Our SEATTLE OFFICE is currently seeking and Associate Media Director. The Associate Director will report to a Senior Partner and work closely with a team of Media Supervisors, Planners, and Jr. Planners. This individual will work as one of the key client contacts, and assume responsibility for making the client(s) meet their business goals. The Associate Media Director will be responsible for running all aspects of client businesses as well as ensuring a profitable, growing department and Company.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading media objective and strategy development
- Presenting innovative, business building media recommendations
- Going beyond a media focus to develop programs that encompass all Client business goals
- Providing solutions to clients by utilizing MEC Interaction and WPP resources
- Involved in financial aspects of the account budget, staffing, projections, etc.
- Keeping abreast of project progress both internally and with Client
- Maintaining strong working relationships with both internal and external contacts
- Contributing to agency revenue growth through existing account opportunities as well as new business
- Maintaining strong relationships with staff and growing the team as necessary
- Reviewing accounts to ensure that they are operating profitably and efficiently
- Assisting with the update of department revenue and staffing charts
- Will be responsible for all aspects related to staff such as hiring, reviews, etc.
- Provide direction for developmental success and contribution to the success of the team
Essentials qualifications for the position: candidates must possess excellent management, analytical, multi- tasking and decision making abilities, as well as a seasoned knowledge of all media disciplines. In addition, ideal candidates will have:
- 7+ years media planning experience w/ a strong emphasis on digital/online media
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional strategic leadership abilities
- A significant amount of client contact experience
- Traditional media background is a plus!