Media Director

Media Director Company description Hi there! We're Razorfish. We've been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What's different? It all starts with people. Weird, wonderful, complex people - with diverse backgrounds in strategy, creative and technology. But no matter how different we are, we all have one thing in common. We believe our differences are our strength. So we push for inclusion, challenge convention and bring in new perspectives, to inspire new ideas. Because when we connect by understanding what makes people different, we can create unforgettable experiences that enrich lives. Join us at razorfish.com.
Overview The Media Director is a leader who contributes to brand strategy and planning, builds solid relationships with clients across all levels and functions, and is able to manage, lead, and develop their internal strategy team while also playing an active "hands-on" role in the deployment of strategic plans. They should also be fiscally accountable to Razorfish ensuring proper budget management and identifying upside revenue potential for the agency.
Responsibilities
Strong leadership presence and client management skills
Leads thinking to inspire innovative solutions, creativity and a proactive approach
Digital mindset/fluency and an insatiable curiosity
Flexibility and agility to manage complex processes
Embodies Spark Foundry's values and cultivates them among team members
Ensure the team delivers sound strategic plan recommendations based on clear understanding of client objectives
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of client businesses with a focus on upstream initiatives
Expert command of Media Research resources, capabilities and limitations
Exemplify collaboration by building and maintaining productive relationships across all communications areas (internal teams and agency partners)
Ability to think beyond "media" as an active collaborator in the Integrated Marketing Communications process
Thorough knowledge of marketing and communications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; solid presentation skills
Authoritative, leadership presence
Ability to prioritize and organize issues/projects for self and staff
Moderate travel
Qualifications
8+ years of Digital Media Planning, Buying, and Management experience in progressive levels of responsibility
Demonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services profession
Strategic thinker, seeing the bigger picture, with ability to analyze everything and think critically when solving problems to come up with unconventional solutions
Ability to establish and manage P&L statement
Previous leadership and team management
Ability to build great relationships with clients, vendors, and reps
History of negotiating to get the job done right and track record of success in Media
Additional information The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include:
Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility
Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance
Tuition Assistance
Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more
Matching Gifts programs
Flexible working arrangements 'Work Your World' Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere
Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances
The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents. Razorfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Range: $121,315 - $166,000. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.