Director of Paid Media & Growth

VaynerMedia; New York; Hybrid; GBP 112,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

VaynerMedia is seeking a Media Director, Buying to lead a high-impact team of media buyers and planners. The role focuses on mentoring, client liaison, and developing sophisticated investment strategies across major paid social, SEM, and other biddable platforms.

You will drive omnichannel media plans that deliver tangible business outcomes for large brands. The position is hybrid, with expectations to collaborate across a cross-functional group and maintain strong relationships with clients and

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale digital media programs.
• Ability to mentor and develop teams in a fast-paced agency setting.
• Strong client relationship management and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of media buyers/planners, providing leadership and mentorship.
• Act as the key contact for clients and platform partners.
• Lead check-ins with account and media counterparts to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Develop and deliver sophisticated media investment strategies from insights and QA reporting.
• Create media plans and present reporting guidance to clients.
• Collaborate across disciplines to craft omnichannel strategies.
• Establish internal policies and POVs on agency partnerships and digital media.
• Provide thought leadership on running the unit of business and client expectations.
• Manage up to senior leadership on crucial client matters and opportunities.

Skills

Media planning

Team leadership

Client relations

Digital advertising

Strategic thinking

Job description

VaynerMedia is seeking a Media Director, Buying to lead a high-impact team of media buyers and planners. The role focuses on mentoring, client liaison, and developing sophisticated investment strategies across major paid social, SEM, and other biddable platforms.

You will drive omnichannel media plans that deliver tangible business outcomes for large brands. The position is hybrid, with expectations to collaborate across a cross-functional group and maintain strong relationships with clients and