Associate Director, Media

At Razorfish, we’re leaders in what's next. Since the dawn of the internet, we’ve helped brands move first through every era of transformation, defining what digital means for business and now leading brands into the age of AI. Everyone has a prediction. Razorfish has a track record. Named a Most Innovative Agency three years running (2024–2026) by Campaign US, our work reflects a proven ability not just to anticipate what’s coming, but to help our clients actively shape the future. We bring together curious, driven, and diverse thinkers who challenge convention, push boundaries, and hold a high bar for creative excellence.

About the role

The Associate Director, Media Strategy & Planning is a hybrid project manager and strategic leader responsible for driving media planning excellence of a complex media account. They serve as a cross-functional partner, working closely with client leadership, account teams, and internal media disciplines to deliver innovative media solutions that meet client business objectives. This role ensures flawless execution of media campaigns by coordinating across internal teams including: Media, National Video, Social, Programmatic, and Data & Analytics, and managing operational processes such as billing, timelines, and deliverables. Success in this role requires a blend of critical thinking, operational excellence, and client-facing finesse. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can successfully manage multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Drive the entire process of media plan implementation from initiation to completion and analysis; ensuring achievements, deliverables, and budgets are met.
• Provide expertise in digital, national video and traditional media planning, helping clients navigate evolving consumer and media landscapes.
• Facilitate communication across internal and external teams across media channels to maintain alignment on timelines, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and help implement scalable solutions that enhance operational workflow.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, optimization, and account growth across brands.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, providing coaching, guidance, and support for career growth.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across the planning team while helping drive best practices and process improvements.
• Contribute to new business opportunities and agency thought leadership initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in digital media planning, buying, and management with progressive levels of responsibility.
• Strong cross-channel planning and buying skills, particularly in digital and national video channels.
• Proven ability to build strong, collaborative client relationships, instilling trust and authority on behalf of the agency.
• Experience managing timelines, projects, and personnel within direct report teams and across cross-functional teams.
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly-evolving environment, including managing multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Strong foundation in strategic and critical thinking, with a focus on innovation and collaboration to improve outputs.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing junior talent.
• Proactive, adaptable team player who can balance hands-on execution with strategic leadership.

Benefits

• Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more.
• Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy, and Fertility.
• Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption.
• Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Paid time off including Flexible Time off, Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more.
• Matching Gifts programs.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• ‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility).
• Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances.

Pay

Compensation Range: USD $97,375.00 - USD $133,300.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position.