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Quigley-Simpson · 10 hours ago

Associate Media Director, Strategy & Planning

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$115K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Quigley-Simpson is seeking an Associate Media Director to lead media strategy, client service, and team leadership. The role involves acting as the primary client relationship manager, developing digital media strategies, and mentoring team members.

AdvertisingConsultingInternetMarketingProfessional ServicesWeb DesignWeb Development

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

A storyteller who leads cross-channel performance digital strategies and recommendations for media campaigns

Lead digital strategic planning initiatives, including copy writing, budget and channel allocation, and audience development

Work collaboratively across teams to integrate linear and digital strategies, amplifying brand impact and performance across channels

Act as a client relationship manager, building trust and positive rapport with client, and understanding client’s marketing objectives and goals

Own internal communication, vendor relationships, and the overall media execution process

With support of executive leadership, lead the development of key client deliverables, inclusive of QBRs, marketplace white papers, and bi-annual presentations to clients

Proactive and responsive client communication

Directly manage, mentor, and direct the Media Supervisor, Media Planner, and Associate Media Planner

Manage an interdisciplinary team, by client/project, that adheres to the Strategy and Planning goals

Work with Activation, Analytics, and Ad Ops teams to ensure that highest quality thinking, measurement, and reporting are executed against campaign KPIs

Support finance in the prompt and accurate distribution of client invoices and reconciliation of client budgets

Participate in professional growth and development initiatives (POV, white papers, committees, etc.), and share expertise and knowledge with the agency

Contribute to the professional growth and development of your team members

Initiate and review reports, trends, and results, interpreting data to make proactive strategic recommendations that advance business initiatives

Serve as a role model with a positive attitude, and facilitate a healthy team environment

Qualification

Media strategyClient relationship managementDigital media planningPerformance-driven digital mediaAnalytical skillsTeam leadershipCuriosity/Desire to LearnPresentation skillsWritten communicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of media agency experience with client service, media planning, buying, and reporting

Strong background in performance-driven digital media, with advanced knowledge across Search, Social, and Programmatic platforms

Understanding of digital ad trafficking processes and platforms (DV360, Innovid, etc.)

Analytical ability to distill data into actionable insights

Ability to collaborate and communicate with clients to strengthen relationships

Proven ability to manage multiple team members

Must be capable of creating solutions and proactively resolving issues

Ability to deliver on deadlines and prioritize tasks

Polished presentation skills, as well as excellent written communication skills with the ability to convey complex strategies concisely

Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills

Ability to work well independently as well as within a team with a positive attitude

Ability to work with different workstyles and contribute to the core values and culture Quigley-Simpson upholds

Preferred

Prior exposure to the media planning process or media resources, such as DCM, Innovid, comScore, Prisma/Mediaocean, eTelmar (MRI), Media Tools, Mediaocean OX, Commspoint, MOAT, IAS, a plus

Curiosity/Desire to Learn–the digital media landscape is constantly changing, challenging you to continue to be knowledgeable in the space (Programmatic, Augmented Reality, etc.)

Have fun! Don't be afraid to take risks. Quigley-Simpson's goal is for you to grow in what brings you joy in your responsibilities, and it fosters that momentum