Sr. Director of Paid Media
Method Recruiting
Our client is looking for a Sr. Director of Paid Media to lead a high-performing, multi-channel media team at a mid-size performance marketing agency. This is a senior leadership role with hands-on strategy, operational oversight, and senior client-facing responsibilities. You’ll own end-to-end paid media strategy across major accounts, build scalable processes, and drive performance tied to quarterly growth targets. Please Note: Hybrid role — NYC, 2 days/week in office What You’ll Do Lead and manage a 10–12 person Paid Media team (strategy, planning, activation, ad ops; FTE + contractors) Own performance against quarterly growth and acquisition KPIs for major clients Build SOPs, QA processes, and standardized reporting frameworks to scale the team and agency operations Develop multi‑channel media strategy across Paid Search, Paid Social (Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok), Programmatic, and CTV Drive collaboration between Media and Creative teams to optimize testing and performance outcomes Translate complex technical media concepts into actionable recommendations for non-technical and regulated‑industry stakeholders Present strategy, performance reports, and campaign results to senior clients Partner with Finance and leadership to ensure profitability via optimal resourcing, SOWs, and pricing Build hiring plans and team structure aligned to account growth Participate in new business and cross-agency client initiatives What Our Client is Looking For Must‑Haves 8+ years in performance marketing, with 3+ years leading teams Deep expertise across Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic, and CTV Proven success managing $5M–$15M+ annual media budgets tied to growth KPIs Experience building SOPs, reporting frameworks, and scalable media processes Strong senior‑level client presentation and stakeholder management skills Experience guiding teams to meet quarterly growth targets Mid‑size agency experience preferred; large holding company backgrounds less relevant Nice to Have AI workflow integration or experimentation experience Experience managing multi‑market or international campaigns Exposure to creative‑performance collaboration frameworks #J-18808-Ljbffr Method Recruiting
- Our client is looking for a Sr. Director of Paid Media to lead a high-performing, multi-channel media team at a mid-size performance marketing agency. This is a senior leadership role with hands-on strategy, operational oversight, and senior client-facing responsibilities...SeniorFor contractorsWork at office2 days per week
$137.9k - $186.5k
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$81k - $85k
...and diversity and inclusion. Overview of the Role The Sr. Advertising Manager – Retail Media is a senior individual contributor role responsible... ...major retail media networks. Reporting to the Senior Director of Paid Media, this role combines deep platform expertise, analytical...SeniorSummer workLocal areaRemote work- Responsibilities We are looking for a Director of Paid Media to lead a complex and evolving media ecosystem This is not a traditional performance marketing role You will sit at the Oscar Health corporate level and oversee paid media across products including Oscar Health...Temporary workImmediate start
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- ...agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along... ...go hand in hand. Job Description Reporting to the Paid Search Director you will create impact within our Paid Search team and Global...SeniorTemporary workRemote workFlexible hours
$165k - $185k
Avoq is seeking a Senior Paid Media Director t o serve as a senior member of the AIP (Audience Intelligence Performance) team providing leadership and mentorship to growing team of strategists and leading work for clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies and global brands...SeniorWork at officeFlexible hours- ...agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along... ...go hand in hand. Job Description Reporting to the Paid Social Director you will create impact within our Paid Social team and Global...SeniorTemporary workRemote work
$145k - $175k
...committed to providing the most innovative, transparent, and cost-effective ticket marketplace in the industry. We are hiring a Senior Paid Search Manager to own SEM end to end. For at least the first 12 to 18 months you will live in paid search: auditing the account,...SeniorFull timeSeasonal workLive inWork at officeRemote work$110k - $150k
Medium is seeking a dedicated professional to lead paid search strategies and manage complex enterprise accounts in New York. The role... ...to a team of search specialists. Strong analytical skills and background in paid media are essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr MediumSeniorRemote job- Darkroom is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Paid Social in New York. This role centers around leading paid social strategies for... .... The ideal candidate has extensive experience in performance media, particularly with Meta, and is adept at crafting strategies that...SeniorRemote job
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