Associate Director, Planning
Core
Day-to-day steward of media issues for assigned brands, ensuring accurate budget control and flow of online media activity.
Role type
Senior IC media planning and buying manager
Builds
Media recommendations and cross-channel media strategies
Domain
Digital advertising and media buying
Required skills
Cross-channel planning, digital media buying, team management, client relationship management, strategic thinking, vendor management, project management, critical thinking, presentation skills
Preferred skills
Experience with digital gadgets and social networks, innovation in media strategies
Technologies
Digital media platforms, social networks, instant messaging, apps, blogs
Responsibilities
Manage timelines, projects, and personnel within a direct report team; develop and maintain strong knowledge of clients' business; lead in-person meetings with key clients; negotiate with vendors and reps; oversee day-to-day operations of the team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities