Job Title: Director of Media Planning

Are you an ambitious professional with a passion for digital paid media? Join our Media Planning team as a Director of Media Planning! In this role, you’ll lead the design, execution, and management of digital paid media campaigns for our largest partners.

About Us

We are at the forefront of integrating data and technology to create persuasive digital advertising campaigns. Our mission is to support Democratic and progressive candidates, causes, and issues with the most efficient and effective digital advertising solutions.

Our award-winning team collaborates to develop cutting-edge solutions tailored to our clients’ needs in both public affairs and political arenas. We value diversity and are committed to recruiting team members from various backgrounds and experiences.

We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from individuals of all races, colors, gender identities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national and ethnic origins, disabilities, marital statuses, veteran statuses, and all backgrounds. Job offers are contingent upon the results of a background check.

If you’re passionate about digital media and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Campaign Management: Implement large-scale media buys for high-profile public affairs accounts, working directly with clients or advertising agencies.
• Media Planning: Design and execute media plans across platforms like YouTube, Hulu, Facebook, and Instagram, as well as core programmatic offerings.
• Research and Testing: Collaborate with clients to create and manage randomized control trials to measure digital advertising effectiveness.
• Industry Trends: Stay updated on advertising technology trends and adjust media strategies accordingly.
• Client Collaboration: Work with client services and business development teams to develop media plans and strategies for new and existing clients.
• Client Interface: Engage with clients to identify target audiences and determine the best media channels.
• Senior Contact: Act as the main point of contact for selected clients and vendors.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and manage media planning talent, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Project Management: Efficiently manage multiple clients through strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Optimization: Provide oversight and recommendations for optimizing paid media campaigns across various channels.
• Documentation: Create and manage internal documentation and processes, training the team on best practices and media buying processes.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in digital paid media strategy and planning, including managing seven-figure electoral and/or public affairs campaigns.
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with search, social, and programmatic buying platforms like Facebook Ads, Google Adwords, and major demand-side platforms.
• Passion: Enthusiastic about planning and managing digital advertising campaigns in fast-paced environments.
• Research Knowledge: Experience with in-field randomized control trials related to digital persuasion, GOTV, or voter registration.
• Proficiency: High level of skill in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with problem-solving abilities.
• Project Management: Relevant experience managing projects, including remote staff and multi-site organizations.

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary: Annual base salary range of $100,000 – $120,000, based on experience, skill level, education, and location.
• Leave: Open paid time off and paid leave for new parents.
• Health: Comprehensive health insurance, including dental and vision.
• Financial: Flex Spending Plan, 401K with company matching, and a Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program, mobile phone, and internet reimbursement.
• Growth: Professional development opportunities and rewards and recognition programs.

Working Hours

This position offers flexibility with the option to work remotely. Our standard office hours are 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today and become part of our innovative team!

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Employment Type: Full-Time