ad+one · 4 days ago
EVP Technology & Innovation (Hybrid)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$300K/yr - $350K/yr
15+ years expad+one is a media agency seeking an EVP of Technology and Innovation to define and execute their technology vision. This role involves leveraging data, AI, and automation to enhance client impact and streamline processes while representing the agency in the marketplace.
AdvertisingDigital MediaMarketing
Hiring Manager
Bettina Thorn (she/her)
Responsibilities
Develop and implement agency’s technology vision and roadmap to facilitate data-informed, outcome based planning with market-leading speed
Ensure technological and product developments align with agency business objectives for growth and brand positioning
Work with discipline leads and internal constituents to ensure the roadmap meets their needs, is understood, and can be effectively communicated to inspire clients
Drive efficiency by streamlining processes, automating tasks, establishing governance, and standardizing the process of plan creation connected to investment across channels, and measurement
Identify areas for improvement and diagnose pain points with a broad perspective that allows for innovative solutions
Spearhead the creation of an integrated campaign planning platform that combines media mix modeling, scenario planning, and audience sizing into a unified interface
Leverage generative AI, predictive analytics, and automation to reduce time-to-plan and increase plan quality, enabling teams to focus more on insights than process
Identify new areas for capability expansion, opportunities for new products, and ways to enhance campaign optimization and performance
Assess new technologies and build solutions that connect one another to scale intelligence, decisioning and speed to market across the agency
Oversee deployment of all technological solutions while ensuring scalability, security, and performance
Qualification
Required
15-20+ years of experience in media, advertising, or martech from a media agency or full-service agency
Proven record of building scalable tech platforms
Experience simplifying complexity and turning strategic vision into measurable results
Leadership experience across technology, product, media strategy, investment, and analytics
Recent experience in an independent agency or startup environment
Proven ability to define strategic vision, identify opportunities, and deliver technology-driven growth
Skilled at simplifying complexity, setting clear priorities, and executing with focus
Strong executive presence and communication skills to influence at all levels
Deep understanding of the media landscape with sharp instincts for emerging trends
Demonstrated success building scalable tech platforms and launching new products
Experience leading cross-functional teams and integrating strategy, analytics, and execution for client success
Benefits
Relocation assistant available
Company
ad+one
Ad+One is a marketing and advertising company specializing in advertising, pr, and digital marketing services.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase