Associate Director, Media Strategy & Planning
About the role
In the Associate Director, Media Strategy & Planning position, you will help to shape and execute a marketing strategy, ensure technical excellence in execution, and foster skillset development for Planners and Buyers supporting the business. This role will support one of our major technology clients, and will partner with cross-functional teams to infuse AI-power solutions into the workflow.
Our ideal candidate has a strong background in execution (Social, Search, or Programmatic) and is excited about translating the media’s impact to results for a client. The role requires understanding the importance of technical nuance and the ability to simplify the complexities of media for non-media clients.
At this time, Monks offers a hybrid in-office / remote policy dependent on the candidate’s proximity to an office, team, and other business needs. General health and safety considerations are under constant review, with individual cases addressed as they arise.
What you’ll do:
Strategically lead media programs for a global client portfolio, managing in-market activity, delivering insightful recommendations, and actioning optimizations discovered through testing
Manage a team of global Planners and Buyers in the execution of paid media campaigns
Execute media plans across Google Ads, Social channels (Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.), and Video / Display
Lead reporting, including analysis, presentation and own the Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) for client stakeholders
Mentor & develop a team across hard and soft skills, focusing on growth through execution of critical workstreams and business impact
What we need of you:
5+ years of digital marketing experience with deep expertise in Google Ads and Social Media campaign management
The ability to think strategically about complex issues, leading to thoughtful recommendations, action plans, and campaigns that drive high ROI
History of end-to-end management of digital media campaigns, from recommendation to wrap report
Exceptional presentation skills, comfortable speaking about and presenting data to clients
Proactive, disciplined, organized, self-starter and highly motivated, comfortable managing uncertainty and working independently
Excellent leadership, management and organization skills
Exceptional ability to communicate cross-functionally within a highly energetic team
Plus:
Bachelor’s degree required with strong performance in undergraduate coursework and demonstrated analytical success
Platform Certifications
Subject matter expert on programmatic media and strong knowledge of ad tech platforms (DMP, SSPs, Ad Servers)
At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission.
This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time.
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What We Offer
Benefits
Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance - more about our coverage here!
Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays
401k with company contribution
Paid parental leave
Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being
Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network
A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more!
Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. (Why Sir Martin Sorrell signed The Climate Pledge here!)
This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time.
Monks has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Monks may pay for the position at the time of posting. Monks may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on job-related factors, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Salary Range:
$90,000—$103,000 USD