Vice President/Group Director - Media

We’re searching for a Vice President/Group Director of Media who’s an expert in pioneering media solutions, takes ownership for leadership within the Media group and acts on a sense of creative collaboration.  Cross-channel planning background with in-depth expertise in social channels.

Tasks and responsibilities include:

• Assume a leadership role on a large Integrated Agency Team with direct oversight over paid social, collaborating on overarching media strategy and delivery and establishing new growth lanes
• Actively engage with the regional and national media leadership teams to drive agency initiatives forward and contribute to new business opportunities
• Establish long-term trust with clients
• Oversee development of program strategies across different teams
• Maintain senior level relationship with publishers and engage public relations within the Media field
• Represent the agency within industry organizations
• Support relevant training sessions
• Develop and support growth of direct reports

To qualify, you’ll need:

• Four year degree (Master’s degree preferred)
• 8-12 years of Advertising and Marketing industry experience
• 3 years of staff management and team leadership
• Expertise in the digital world
• Thorough knowledge and expertise in different types of Media. In particular cross-channel planning and in-depth experience in paid social
• Proven leadership ability and previous client relationship experience that has translated into measurable growth
• Superior interpersonal and presentation skills and ability to navigate complex organizational structures
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and problem solving skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MRI, and CMR
• Track record of successful problem-solving skills
• Candidate must be open to travel as needed

Got what it takes? We’d love to hear from you.

Digitas is an equal opportunity employer.

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

About Digitas

Digitas is the Connected Marketing agency, built on the principle that there are better ways for brands to connect with people. We leverage comprehensive data, technology, creative, media and strategy capabilities to deliver Media-Fueled Creativity via connected Solutions that include Connected Campaigns, Social Marketing, Brand Experience, CRM & Loyalty, and Marketing Transformation. A Leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Global Marketing Agencies for six consecutive years, Digitas serves the world’s leading brands through a global network comprised of more than 4,000 employees across over 30 countries and 50 offices. For more information visit www.digitas.com.