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Media Director

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In-Office or Remote
4 Locations
115K-130K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
4 Locations
115K-130K Annually
Senior level
Lead integrated cross-channel media strategies for global B2B clients, connect media investment to pipeline and revenue outcomes, advise senior stakeholders, oversee optimization and measurement, support account growth and pitches, and mentor media teams. The role also develops agency planning frameworks, best practices, partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration across strategy, creative, analytics, technology, media, and client services.
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Salary range: $115,000 - $130,000

tmp helps B2B marketing leaders create coherence in a chaotic world. We’re looking for obsessively curious people to join us. 

You'll join 300 B2B experts across strategy, data, creative, media, client services, Sales activation, and shared services. Different skills brought together in integrated teams, centred around our clients: the world’s most impactful tech companies. 

So, if you’re interested in what makes the world work, if you find solving complex problems fun, and you love making the answers as simple as possible, then we’d love to hear from you.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced cross-channel media leader who will develop, present, and oversee integrated media strategies for complex global B2B organizations. The Media Director serves as a strategic advisor to clients, leads media planning excellence across a portfolio of accounts, mentors team members, and helps shape the future direction of TMP’s media capabilities. 

What you will do:

Media Strategy and Planning   

  • Lead the development of integrated cross-channel media strategies for complex global B2B clients. 
  • Provide executive-level recommendations that connect media investment to business outcomes. 
  • Oversee optimization of media programs and ensure strategic adjustments are implemented based on performance. 
  • Partner with Strategy, Creative, Analytics and Client Services to develop integrated client solutions. 
  • Own media measurement frameworks that connect channel performance to pipeline, revenue and business impact.  

Client Leadership  

  • Serve as the senior media lead and strategic advisor for assigned clients. 
  • Build trusted relationships with senior marketing, revenue, and business stakeholders. 
  • Lead executive presentations, performance reviews, and strategic planning discussions. 
  • Guide clients through investment decisions, trade-offs, and performance challenges. 

Commercial Growth   

  • Identify opportunities for account growth through expanded media solutions and integrated programs. 
  • Support new business opportunities, pitches, and strategic media recommendations. 
  • Partner with Client Services and leadership on account planning and revenue forecasting. 

Media Leadership & Capability Development

  • Mentor and coach Media Supervisors, Planners, and Specialists. 
  • Develop planning frameworks, POVs, and best practices for the agency. 
  • Help shape the future direction of media capabilities, partnerships, and service offerings. 
  • Foster collaboration across media, creative, analytics and strategy teams. 

Requirements

Who you are:

  • At least 8 years of experience in the field of media, agency experience preferred.
  • A seasoned professional with demonstrated skill sets for client interaction and communication; able to manage client requests with sound rationale.
  • Proven ability to synthesize data & results, identify trends & key findings, and fuel content strategies.
  • Previous managerial experience with solid ability to lead, inspire and rally a team.
  • Experience working collaboratively with internal and external agency partners to set a clear vision and foster strong collaboration and partnership.
  • Ability to quickly identify and resolve challenges in a client-centric environment.  

What you will need:

  • B2B marketing experience, preferably within an agency setting. 
  • Strong track record of developing and overseeing cross-channel media strategies. 
  • Strong commercial understanding, with experience managing media budgets and making strategic investment and optimization decisions 
  • Ability to use data, measurement, and insights to demonstrate media performance and business impact. 
  • Confidence presenting media strategies, recommendations, and performance to senior client stakeholders. 
  • Evidence of working with cross-discipline teams (strategy, creative, technology, media, and project management).  

Benefits

What we offer in return

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance: Health is a priority worth investing in. We empower every employee to take charge of their health by providing comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance so they can perform at their best ability.
  • Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) – healthcare, dependent care, and transit available: We are committed to saving you money as we provide high-quality healthcare that is as flexible and diverse as our team.
  • 4% 401(k) contribution with no vesting period: We are invested in our employees' careers. Each individual has the opportunity to build a future for themselves through a 401(k), and we see that as a success for the company as well.
  • Plentiful paid time off: Each employee has the freedom to choose how long they want to be away from work. We recommend at least 20 days of PTO, so employees can fully rest and avoid burnout.
  • Sick leave (15 days annually): Illnesses are taken seriously at tmp. We provide 15 days of sick leave so employees can take their time to make a full recovery before returning to work.
  • Holiday shutdown (December 26th - 29th): As the whole company shuts down for a few days, you can celebrate the holidays with loved ones.
  • Parental leave:
    • Primary caregiver: 12 weeks full pay and then 12 weeks 50% pay
    • Secondary caregiver: 12 weeks full pay
  • Access to Unmind: Our well-being platform, including access to therapists and coaches
  • Employer-funded life, AD&D & disability insurance: tmp offers all employees life and AD&D insurance and makes sure you and your loved ones are protected in times of need.
  • Company getaways: Whether it is a local office holiday party or a full-blown international trip, we believe in bonding through quality time spent together as a team.

We are currently eligible to hire within these US states:

CA, CO, IL, WA, and TX. 

A note on applying:

Not sure you tick every box? Apply anyway. Research shows some people hold back unless they meet 100% of the requirements. We do not want that to be you. 

At tmp, we hire for potential, mindset, and character as much as experience. If you are excited about the role but your background is not a perfect match, we would still love to hear from you. You might be exactly what we are looking for, either for this role or another. 

Diversity equals increased creativity, which equals better results for all. We’re committed to equality of opportunity and applications from all individuals are encouraged. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

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