Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. DSPolitical is a digital media agency that specializes in integrating data and technology to support Democratic and progressive candidates. The Associate Director, Media Buying will manage media buying teams, shape departmental strategy, and ensure campaign excellence while mentoring future leaders.
Responsibilities
- Oversee Managers and Senior Managers responsible for media buying teams
- Create a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration
- Set departmental goals and ensure alignment with company objectives
- Provide oversight on campaign profitability, client satisfaction, and process innovation
- Lead development and implementation of best practices across media buying operations
- Collaborate with cross-departmental leaders to improve integration of services
- Serve as an escalation point for high-level client or campaign issues
- Support vendor negotiations and technology adoption alongside senior leadership
- Own buying platform updates and capability dissemination for media buying and other relevant departments
- Mentor and develop staff for advancement to Director-level roles
- Complete expense reports accurately and on time
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Hands-on management of either search/social or programmatic platforms is required
- Demonstrated success managing Managers and Senior Managers
- Expertise in campaign profitability, strategy, and technology integration
- Advanced Excel, analytics, and reporting capabilities
- 7+ years of experience in digital advertising or public affairs preferred
- Hands-on management of either search/social or programmatic platforms is preferred
- Advanced degree or specialization in business, management, or digital media preferred
Benefits
- Open leave (paid time off)
- Paid Leave for new parents
- Health insurance (including dental and vision)
- Flex Spending Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K with company matching
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Mobile phone & internet reimbursement and much more!
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