Director, Media Planning

Wavemaker; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic media professional to drive innovative communication plans and enhance client partnerships. This role involves advising on media strategies, mentoring team members, and ensuring quality control in stewardship activities. With a focus on leadership and client service, you will leverage your expertise to foster a culture of growth and innovation within the media group. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusivity, and be part of an organization dedicated to pushing boundaries in media and technology.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in media/communication planning with leadership experience.
• Strong leadership, delegation, and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on all Communications matters within the agency's scope.
• Lead integration of Client’s media efforts and oversee implementations.

Skills

Media Planning

Leadership

Client Service

Mentorship

Strategic Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Syndicated Tools (DDS, Prisma, DCM, DBM, Vividata)

Job description

About the Role:

In this role, you will be a key business partner for our Client, responsible for helping them meet their business goals. You will provide strategic guidance within the media group to develop innovative Communications Plans, support staff career development, and uphold Wavemaker values daily.

You will leverage your experience and skills to foster innovative thinking, set challenging goals, and balance client, company, and team needs.

Your Impact:

• Advise on all Communications matters within the agency's scope
• Oversee and approve Communications strategies for client businesses
• Ensure recommendations align with client marketing and advertising objectives
• Lead integration of Client’s media efforts
• Take ultimate responsibility for all media implementations
• Manage responses to requests and complex issues requiring senior attention
• Decide on new media opportunities' appropriateness and soundness
• Offer counsel to media and product groups
• Ensure quality control of stewardship activities
• Oversee media financial management and profitability
• Guide planning staff with strategic insights
• Manage internal resources effectively
• Build and maintain senior-level client partnerships
• Support media staff training and career development
• Mentor team members in media, marketing, and leadership skills
• Stay informed on market events impacting the client
• Keep abreast of media trends and educate the team
• Participate in networking, hiring, training, and evaluating staff

Your Qualifications:

• 7+ years in media/communication planning with leadership experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or MBA preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience in direct client service
• Strong leadership, delegation, and mentorship skills
• Knowledge of syndicated tools (DDS, Prisma, DCM, DBM, Vividata, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

About You:

• Deep understanding of business challenges and strategic objectives
• Ability to deliver impactful technical communications to senior stakeholders
• Skilled in managing multiple projects and stakeholder priorities

About Wavemaker:

Wavemaker believes in continuous growth and positive provocation to help clients succeed through innovative media, content, and technology. With 7,200 employees across 88 markets, we challenge ourselves and our clients to go further and faster, driven by consumer data and a commitment to diversity and inclusivity. We are part of GroupM, WPP's global media investment management company.