Associate Media Manager

We are looking for an Associate Media Director to join our growing media team. This role is ideal for a strong paid media leader who can manage client relationships, guide omnichannel strategy, oversee day‑to‑day account performance, and help lead a team in a fast‑moving agency environment. The right candidate is both strategic and hands‑on. They know how to lead client conversations, manage account priorities, review performance against business goals, and keep work moving across internal teams. This person should be comfortable owning multiple accounts, working across channels, and stepping into a leadership role with minimal oversight. Responsibilities Lead day‑to‑day client communication across multiple accounts Run client meetings and present performance, insights, and recommendations with confidence Oversee campaign performance and ensure accounts are pacing toward goals such as ROAS, CPA, and spend growth Manage and prioritize incoming client requests while keeping teams aligned on deliverables and timelines Guide strategy and execution across omnichannel paid media programs, including Google Ads, Meta Ads, Reddit Ads, and programmatic media Review reporting and identify opportunities to improve performance, scale spend, and address risks proactively Help manage team workflow, delegate tasks, and support junior team members as needed Contribute to new business opportunities, including pitches, media strategy, and recommendation development Support a growing media practice by helping improve account operations, communication, and overall performance management Qualifications 5+ years of paid media experience, ideally within an agency environment Strong hands‑on experience with Google Ads, Meta Ads, Reddit Ads, and programmatic platforms Proven client‑facing experience, including leading meetings and presenting results and recommendations Strong understanding of performance marketing metrics such as ROAS, CPA, budget pacing, and account scaling Experience managing multiple accounts and priorities in a fast‑paced environment Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on account leadership Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills Comfortable working independently and taking ownership with minimal oversight Nice to Have Experience with Funnel.io Familiarity with Notion Experience working across omnichannel media programs Experience contributing to new business pitches and agency growth efforts What Success Looks Like Quickly becomes a trusted lead on client accounts Takes ownership of day‑to‑day account management with minimal senior oversight Helps scale spend while maintaining performance efficiency Keeps client work organized, proactive, and on track Strengthens internal team workflow and helps create a more scalable account management structure Who You Are Entrepreneurial and proactive Social, easy to work with, and confident with clients Strategic, but willing to stay close to the work Process‑driven, organized, and dependable Collaborative and comfortable in a fast‑moving environment Calm under pressure and able to make decisions without paralysis Why Join Us This is an opportunity to join a growing team and take on meaningful ownership across a diverse set of paid media programs. You will work closely with senior leaders, support a range of clients, and play a key role in shaping how the team grows. It is a strong fit for someone who wants broader responsibility, omnichannel exposure, and the chance to make a real impact within a full‑service agency environment. Role Details Title: Associate Media Director Type: Full‑time Location: Remote, with most of the team based in Chicago Salary Range: $90,000–$100,000 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 19 April. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so early application is encouraged. ABOUT MCD PARTNERS ABOUT M+C SAATCHI GROUP M+C Saatchi Group has pledged its commitment to create a company that values difference, with an inclusive culture. As part of this M+C Saatchi Group continues to be an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not and shall not discriminate, celebrates diversity and bases all hiring and promotion decisions solely on merit, without regard for any personal characteristics. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please make us aware as part of your application. All employee information is kept confidential according to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). #J-18808-Ljbffr