WHY YOU WANT TO WORK AT SPARK FOUNDRY

Let’s be honest – in this industry, sometimes we complicate things that should be simple. Here is the bottom line:  we want YOU to join us if you are truly passionate about guiding marketers on how to best connect their brands with people. It doesn’t get much simpler than that.

At Spark Foundry, we have a unique approach and provide the support to help you do this. In fact, our approach is built on creating the space for ideas that lead to smart work, and Spark Foundry is built to celebrate and develop YOUR ideas.

The Associate Director leads a team of experts across all facets of digital campaign execution in support of client business goals.  Additionally, the AD is responsible for coordinating outputs across several cross-functional teams inclusive of strategy, data architecture, analytics & insights, and operations.  We also expect the AD to lead strategic innovation in the digital and innovation space.
 
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide media expertise, share media knowledge and provide continuous feedback with frequent client interaction
• Develop digital media strategies and oversee tactical digital approach
• Daily management of cross-functional team (media direct reports, analytics, ad operations) and deliverables
• Daily maintenance of assigned accounts (billing issues, budget revisions, etc.)
• Planning, buying, and negotiation of media (desktop, mobile, programmatic, emerging digital platforms)
• Steward campaign pacing and optimization
• Work closely with Supervisor(s) to ensure professional growth
• Craft post campaign reports/decks alongside analytics and insight teams
• Stay apprised of industry standards, new media programs/trends, and competitive landscape
• Provide continuous thought leadership to clients – specifically in the digital, tech, and data spaces

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing or related discipline
• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience as a Media Supervisor or Associate Director with a focus on digital
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Deep working knowledge of third-party ad servers/reporting functions (DoubleClick, Innovid, etc.)
• Working knowledge of the DSP & DMP landscape
• Knowledge of Prisma media management tool
• Solid presentation skills
• Media agency experience
• Experience working on Retail, CPG or Performance driven brands a plus

WHO WE ARE

Throughout our rich history, we’ve taken pride in our ongoing legacy of and commitment to constant evolution. It’s in our DNA to evolve.

By melding the spirit of a startup and the soul of a powerhouse across our business, we aim to bring modern heat to brands – the kind of heat that arises at the intersection of startup and powerhouse; of data and content; of art and science; of old and new.

Energy and innovation fuels our startup spirit, while the unrivaled marketplace clout, exclusive partnerships, and global practice capabilities we have at our disposal as a full-service Publicis Media agency deliver our powerhouse soul for our clients.

We hope you’ll take a few moments to learn more about us, and to begin thinking about how we might put “the power of plus” to work for you (http://www.sparkfoundryww.com/).

Spark Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.