Media Director Job at Noble People in New York

Media Director (Product Lead)

Noble People is a modern creative media agency that develops original, bold and provocative media ideas for some of the most exciting brands in the world. We do communications strategy, media planning and buying, and reporting and optimization – with a lens that respects creativity and without the nonsense that comes along with most media agencies. We are passionate, transparent, and values‑driven, stripping out the old rules and taking a modern, innovative approach to media through a creative lens.

The Product Lead reports to the Head of Planning. The role partners directly with Client Leads, is coached by discipline leads (Strategy, Creative, Analytics, Activation, etc.), and is responsible for “The Strategy” and “The Plan” on pitch and client assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads by example with a growth mindset; seeks feedback and drives continuous improvement.
• Mentors team members, fostering bold, data‑informed thinking grounded in No‑Bull principles.
• Enhances agency standards, processes, and operational efficiency.
• Sets weekly priorities, assesses talent, and develops growth plans.
• Empowers team members to deliver high‑quality, strategic, and creative work.
• Translates data and research into actionable media strategies and activations.
• Leads communications and planning strategy across assigned accounts.
• Oversees annual, channel, and tactical plans, ensuring alignment with goals and KPIs.
• Owns buy recommendations, go‑to‑market, learning, and reporting plans.
• Defines deliverables, manages timelines, and drives work that’s Honest, Bold, and Original.
• Serves as primary client contact, ensuring timely, precise delivery from strategy through execution.
• Oversees flawless planning, activation, measurement, and financial operations.
• Contributes to new business growth and partnership expansion.
• Communicates effectively with executive and tactical stakeholders.
• Maintains deep understanding of client business and competitive landscape.
• Develops standardized processes, templates, and deliverables for consistent excellence.

Requirements

• 6–8 years of experience as a media leader with a proven ability to translate vision into strategic insights and effective media solutions that drive client success.
• 4–5 years of experience managing and developing teams across multiple levels.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to craft clear, compelling media presentations and present confidently to clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated creative, strategic, and analytical thinking, with a record of delivering bold, innovative ideas.
• Strong relationship builder with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Deep understanding of media research tools, their capabilities, and limitations.
• Strong command of media strategy, consumer insights, and media math.
• Skilled, fair negotiator with sharp analytical and detail‑oriented skills.
• Willingness to travel and work occasional after‑hours as needed.

Benefits

• Generous time‑off package: 15 PTO days per annum, safe & sick days, personal and birthday PTO, summer Fridays, mental health & wellness days, and a sabbatical program after 7 years.
• Comprehensive healthcare plan for eligible employees and families (medical with telehealth/virtual care options, dental, vision, 401K, STD, LTD, life insurance).
• Cell phone reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, flexible spending account, daily snacks, and much more.
• Salary range: (phone number removed) USD per year.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Noble People, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best possible talent. Our diversity of experiences, backgrounds, locations, viewpoints and ideas is what makes us a great place to work and differentiate us as an employer of choice.

At Noble People we are a qualified employer and are committed to expanding opportunities for all employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, sexual identity, disability or any other characteristic. Each person is valued for his or her talents, expertise, experience and perspective.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer.