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Spark Foundry · 18 hours ago

Senior Vice President

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$177K/yr - $264K/yr

10+ years exp

Spark Foundry is a global media agency focused on enhancing brand engagement and driving transactions. The SVP, Performance Media Lead will oversee client investment strategies, negotiate with media partners, and lead a team to ensure excellence in media buying across various channels.

AdvertisingMarketing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead specific client investment strategy across all channels, setting annual marketplace goals and value frameworks

Own senior-level negotiations with major media partners (broadcast, CTV/streaming, social platforms, programmatic supply, publishers)

Cultivate relationships with publishers, platforms, and ad-tech partners to secure premium access and innovative opportunities

Shape client investment strategies including channel mix, rate guidance, risk mitigation, and yield optimization

Present annual investment POVs, quarterly marketplace updates, and thought leadership insights

Partner with account and strategy leads to connect investment moves to brand and business outcomes

Build and refine investment processes that ensure transparency, compliance, brand safety, and data-driven accountability

Oversee investment forecasting, tracking, and stewardship to ensure delivery against client commitments

Lead a team of VPs/Directors across video, digital, programmatic, and social channels

Establish clear performance standards and development plans for investment talent

Foster a culture of curiosity, negotiation excellence, and marketplace innovation

Identify emerging channels, formats, and commercial models that unlock future value for clients

Qualification

Media buying experienceNegotiation skillsTeam management experienceStrategic thinkingProject managementCommunicationProblem-solvingSelf-starter

Required

10-12+ years of media buying experience, with progressive levels of responsibility, across all platforms

Media agency experience

Previous team management experience

Excellent negotiation skills and understanding of how to add incremental value without compromising communication needs

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to package, merchandise, and sell in concepts and new opportunities

Strategic thinking, ability to see the bigger picture

Problem-solver with strong project management experience

Self-starter with ability to work independently and in a collaborative team setting

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental

Vision

Disability

401K

Parental and family care leave

Family forming assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Company

Spark Foundry

Glassdoor3.9

Spark Foundry is one of six global media agency brands within Publicis Media.

Founded in 2016

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.sparkfoundryww.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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