Director, Planning (Hospitality Client)

Company Description Spark Foundry was built during the most transformative time in the history of advertising and marketing. We deliver everything a traditional media agency has to offer and have grown into one of the world’s most successful agencies by helping brands evolve their marketing by leveraging identity, commerce, artificial intelligence, and more to connect with people. Transformation is part of our DNA. Spark Foundry’s start-up spirit delivers high-touch approaches and a never-ending desire to challenge the status quo. Combined with Publicis Media’s powerhouse soul leveraging connected data assets, advanced AI applications, and investment clout, we “Bring HEAT to Brands.” No other agency possesses the expertise that we do to address today’s most pressing challenges to drive business transformation through media. Overview The Director, Strategy manages the strategy and digital planning process for assigned clients. The Director is a leader who contributes to brand strategy, builds solid relationships with clients across all levels and functions, and is able to manage, lead, and develop their internal strategy team while also playing an active “hands-on” role in the deployment of strategic plans. They should also be fiscally accountable to Spark Foundry ensuring proper budget management and identifying upside revenue potential for the agency. Responsibilities Strong leadership presence and client management skillsLeads thinking to inspire innovative solutions, creativity and a proactive approachDigital mindset/fluency and an insatiable curiosityFlexibility and agility to manage complex processesEmbodies Spark Foundry’s values and cultivates them among team membersEnsure the team delivers sound strategic plan recommendations based on clear understanding of client objectivesMaintain an in-depth knowledge of client businesses with a focus on upstream initiativesExpert command of Media Research resources, capabilities and limitationsExemplify collaboration by building and maintaining productive relationships across all communications areas (internal teams and agency partners)Ability to think beyond “media” as an active collaborator in the Integrated Marketing Communications processThorough knowledge of marketing and communicationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; solid presentation skillsAuthoritative, leadership presenceAbility to prioritize and organize issues/projects for self and staffModerate trave Qualifications 8+ years of Digital Media Planning, Buying, and Management experience in progressive levels of responsibilityDemonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services professionStrategic thinker, seeing the bigger picture, with ability to analyze everything and think critically when solvingproblems to come up with unconventional solutionsAbility to establish and manage P&L statementPrevious leadership and team managementAbility to build great relationships with clients, vendors, and repsHistory of negotiating to get the job done right and track record of success in Media Additional Information Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Range: USD $121,315.00 - USD $194,220.00/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, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/15/2026.