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Spark Foundry · 2 days ago

Executive Vice President, Advanced Analytics (Data Science)

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$241K/yr - $326K/yr

15+ years exp

Spark Foundry is a global media agency focused on enhancing brand engagement through innovative media strategies. The EVP of Data Science will lead the agency's data science vision, overseeing the development of advanced analytics and AI-powered solutions to improve media planning and campaign optimization.

AdvertisingMarketing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Define and execute Spark Foundry’s data science roadmap aligned with agency and client growth objectives

Champion the integration of AI/ML into media planning, measurement, and optimization processes

Lead the creation of proprietary data science tools and platforms to deliver automation, business impact, and competitive advantage

Identify emerging technologies and trends to keep Spark Foundry at the forefront of data-driven marketing

Partner with senior client stakeholders to translate complex data insights into actionable strategies

Develop advanced analytics solutions for attribution, forecasting, and ROI measurement

Build and mentor an innovative data science team, fostering collaboration across analytics, engineering, and data strategy

Promote diversity of thought and continuous learning within the organization

Work closely with Publicis Groupe data and technology leadership to ensure alignment and scalability

Collaborate with Strategy, Planning, Investment, and Analytics teams to embed data science into every stage of the agency process

Qualification

Data ScienceMachine LearningPredictive ModelingBig Data TechnologiesCloud PlatformsStatistical AnalysisSQLPythonBusiness AcumenTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Required

Advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field

15+ years in data science leadership roles, preferably within media, advertising, or technology sectors

Proven record of building and scaling data science capabilities in a matrixed organization

Experience using predictive analytics on large consumer-level data assets (e.g., Epsilon, Merkle, Acxiom) and marketer first-party data to drive marketing outcomes

Advanced knowledge of machine learning, AI, predictive modeling, and big data technologies

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and modern data engineering practices

Firsthand experience working with advanced statistical modeling and other forms of quantitative analysis, as well as knowledge of database structure and functionality

Hands-on experience with data manipulation and statistical/analytical software packages (e.g., R, MATLAB, S-Plus, Stata, SAS, SPSS, SQL), coding / programming languages (e.g., SQL, Python, JAVA, C++), data clean room platforms (e.g., LiveRamp SafeHaven, Epsilon PeopleCloud, Amazon Marketing Cloud)

Exceptional ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex concepts clearly

Strong business acumen with a passion for innovation and measurable impact

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental

Vision

Disability

401K

Parental and family care leave

Family forming assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Company

Spark Foundry

Glassdoor3.9

Spark Foundry is one of six global media agency brands within Publicis Media.

Founded in 2016

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.sparkfoundryww.com/

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