Associate Media Director

Envisionit, an award-winning digital marketing agency based in Chicago, is on the lookout for a talented and hands‑on Associate Media Director to join our growing team. Our clients span a number of industries, including CPG, Emerging Tech and Travel, and our teams boast a wide range of talents across the digital spectrum. Come work alongside a tight‑knit bunch of seriously skilled people who genuinely like each other, have fun and work hard for the collective success! We are headquartered in Chicago and have a beautiful office overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan, operating under a hybrid work model (in‑office Mondays/Wednesdays). The Associate Media Director role will take full ownership of our Paid Search and Paid Social channels. This is an individual contributor role designed for a senior‑level practitioner who loves getting under the hood of campaigns while simultaneously leading high‑level strategy and client relationships. The ideal candidate is an expert in the search and social landscapes, possesses a sharp eye for financial stewardship, and thrives on executing flawless campaigns from setup to optimization. Experience navigating the nuances of mobile app marketing (acquisition, tracking, and retention) is a massive plus. As an Associate Media Director, you will bridge the gap between high‑level client vision and day‑to‑day execution, ensuring our campaigns push boundaries while maintaining operational excellence. Key Functions Own end‑to‑end management of paid search and paid social channels (primarily Google, Apple Search Ads, Bing, Snapchat, Reddit, and Twitter) Lead daily pacing, budget allocation, and in‑flight optimizations Execute & iterate on audience strategies & segmentation, creative testing, and campaign structure and scaling approaches Identify performance trends and proactively adjust strategy to maximize ROAS Develop and lead structured test & learn roadmaps Formulate and execute cutting‑edge channel and optimization strategies tailored directly to the client business goals. Partner with stakeholders to align performance insights with broader business goals Develop full‑funnel strategies across paid search, paid social, retail media, and emerging channels Identify and evaluate new media opportunities with AI‑driven platforms, Beta opportunities, and new ad formats. Collaborate with analytics, strategy, and client teams to ensure alignment. Ensure reports move beyond vanity metrics, translating complex platform data into a cohesive, strategic narrative that proves ROI and outlines clear next steps. What we’re looking for 6+ years in digital media management (agency experience preferred) with a proven track record of managing and scaling complex accounts independently Advanced hands‑on mastery of Paid Search (Google Ads, Bing, Apple Search Ads) and Paid Social (Snapchat, Reddit, X) Strong analytical mindset with experience translating data into insightsExperience building and presenting client‑facing reports and decks Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously Strong understanding of: test & learn methodologies, creative performance drivers, full‑funnel media strategy Hands‑on experience running app install and engagement campaigns is a huge plus Perks, Salary & Benefits The salary range for this position is $110,000 - 130,000 USD. This is a good‑faith estimate of the base pay scale for this position and any potential offers will ultimately be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and performance in the interview process. Our benefits include: A hybrid office model, with the option to WFH 2‑3 days/week A minimum of 20 days off yearly + 12 company holidays + summer hours Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance Employer‑matched 401k Transit benefits, corporate discount programs, free fitness center membership Career pathing, dedicated budget towards opportunities for professional growth A culture focused on collaboration, curiosity & support, with regular events, volunteerism, and an employee‑led recognition program Due to the high volume of applicants, we are not currently accepting phone calls about employment opportunities or application status. In addition, we cannot pay for relocation expenses or act as an immigration sponsor at this time. Please peruse our website and socials to learn more about us: At this time, we can only consider candidates from the following US states: FL, GA, IL, IN, MI, MN, NV, OH, SD, TN, WI. Envisionit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with diverse strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for the work we do. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one's identity. All of our employee's points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Envisionit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact HR Manager, Ali Aguilar at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Envisionit. Enjoy your agency™ #J-18808-Ljbffr