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Senior Director, Client Strategy (Senior Media Director)

twentysix · Multiple locations ·

Job type:
Full Time

You Will Be

  • Developing cohesive, multi-channel media plans and go-to-market strategies.
  • Translating client KPIs into budget allocations across Social, YouTube, and Programmatic (Display, Video, CTV, DOOH).
  • Serving as the lead point of contact for client leadership.
  • Commanding the boardroom during weekly status calls, QBRs, and high-stakes strategy sessions.
  • Deeply understanding client unit economics and industry competition to identify "same-store growth" opportunities and assist the sales team in pitching new business.
  • Understanding client SOWs and be able to make internal recommendations for how to best service the account.
  • Responsible for quality control of all deliverables, providing structured mentorship, and managing the team’s career progression.
  • Partnering with Analytics and Creative teams to interpret results through the lens of Multi‑Touch Attribution (MTA) and Media Mix Modeling (MMM), ensuring insights are distilled into actionable business narratives.
  • Driving campaign progression through rigorous testing frameworks and proactive exploration of new partners, emerging channels, and creative technology.

You Must Have

  • 10+ years of experience in media across search (paid and organic), social, programmatic, and video.
  • Proven success managing multiple clients simultaneously.
  • Ability to produce complex go-to-market strategies and media plans ranging from full funnel to performance-based brands.
  • Experience working directly with creative and development teams to produce, iterate, and optimize digital assets for media performance.
  • Deep familiarity with standard strategic marketing skills (competitive assessment, SWOT, industry analysis) and the ability to work with analytics teams on granular program tracking.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with a proven ability to lead a "team structure," prioritize high-pressure tasks, and navigate sensitive client dynamics autonomously.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Nice to Have

  • ISP and/or App experience.

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