*This position will be in Hollywood, CA*

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, Operations is an integral role within the Spark Foundry team, responsible for monitoring and building internal operational processes throughout the account. The Associate Director, Operations will also be responsible for monitoring and enhancing a new reporting tool used heavily throughout the account. Data integrity is of upmost importance for the success of this new tool and client relations so a keen eye for detail and forward thinking are the key attributes required for this role.

Responsibilities 
• Leads large-scale projects and cross-functional teams, including projects outside of assigned responsibilities
• Oversee monthly client billing for national and local media along with budget management for all brands
• Accurately track large volumes of data with a high level of detail and coordination
• Manages timely status updates with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Prepares regular status reports and distributes internally and externally if necessary
• Provides feedback for process improvement and lessons learned as related to assigned task
• Create training materials to document processes and instill best practices
• Champion team-wide rollout and compliance of any process changes
• Detail orientations with strong independent project management and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to navigate technology platforms in digital media
• Oversee an Operations Manager
• Outstanding drive for precision and attention to detail
• Work alongside operations practice lead on agency-wide projects and initiatives

• BA/BS degree Preferred in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications/Advertising
• Strong Analytical skills with a foundation in strategic business management
• Experience implementing a practical and redundant set of double checks and balances team wide to consistently strive for flawless execution in all operational areas
• Extensive experience using MediaTools and Excel
• Great written and communication skills, strong critical thinking and creative problem solving skills

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 unrivalled 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. To learn more, visit www.sparkfoundryww.com
 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.