Group Media Director Job at Elevation Talent Group in Chicago

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for media innovation and client success? Our client is seeking a Group Media Director to oversee Paid Media programs for industry-leading Technology, Tourism, and Consumer brands. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role is pivotal in driving results through innovative media strategies, flawless execution, and a collaborative, team-first approach.

You’ll be part of a dynamic team of experts in Strategy, Client Service, Creative, SEO, Technology, and Analytics. As the agency’s go-to media expert, you’ll take center stage in client engagements while providing hands-on mentorship and strategic leadership backstage.

Why This Role Is Unique

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of media strategies that make a tangible impact on client business outcomes.
• Shape the future of their Media practice by identifying and implementing cutting-edge trends and technologies, including AI-driven solutions.
• Work alongside a team of talented professionals committed to excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and deliver actionable media strategies across Paid Search, Programmatic, and Social Media platforms to drive measurable client success.
• Operational Oversight: Manage team utilization, resource allocation, account assignments, and priorities to ensure seamless execution across multiple initiatives.
• Client Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, proactively identifying opportunities to optimize investments and achieve objectives.
• Innovation: Partner with internal teams to evolve our media product roadmap, ensuring offerings are aligned with client needs and industry trends.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Collaborate with Analytics to simplify insights, develop testing strategies, and continuously improve program performance.
• Hands-On Expertise: Engage in platform-level reviews, audits, and technical tasks to support your team and deliver exceptional results.

What You Bring

• 8-12+ years of experience in agency, marketing technology, or consultancy environments with a proven track record across diverse clients.
• Hands-on expertise with platforms like Paid Search, Programmatic, and Paid Social, plus familiarity with CRMs, Google Analytics, SEMRush, aHrefs, and similar tools.
• Integrated media planning and measurement experience across B2B demand generation, eCommerce, and offline channels.
• Proven ability to manage multi-channel programs including SEM, programmatic, paid social, influencer, email, and more.
• Strong business acumen, testing strategies knowledge, and a results-driven mindset.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a passion for mentoring and guiding teams to success.

Our client offers a collaborative culture, exciting challenges, and the opportunity to work with some of the most innovative brands in the market.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for driving results and mentoring teams, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Like what you see but feel you’re either too qualified or not qualified enough? We’d still love to hear from you! Please get in touch with us to learn about how Elevation Talent Group can help propel your career forward. We’d love to learn about your background and help match you with future opportunities with our wonderful client partners!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, marital status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.