Associate Director, Strategy & Activation — Performance Marketing

Keplergroup; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 117,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare/Dental/Vision

Unlimited PTO

401k Contributions

$75/mo Wellness Stipend

$100/mo Mobile Phone Stipend

$50/mo Internet Stipend

$500/yr Annual Learning Stipend

$2,000/yr Annual Tuition Stipend

One‑time $200 New Hire Home Office Equipment Stipend

Parental Leave - 16 week primary caregiver / 6 week secondary caregiver leave

Annual Work From Anywhere 4 weeks per year

Job summary

Keplergroup is seeking an Associate Director, Strategy & Activation in Chicago, Illinois, to lead media strategies and manage key client relationships. You will drive initiatives across digital performance channels and guide a team of 5-10 members.

The ideal candidate will have 5-8+ years of digital media experience, strong activation skills, and the ability to build credibility with clients. The role comes with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including unlimited PTO and annual learning stipends.

Qualifications

• 5‑8+ years of experience in digital media strategy, cross‑channel planning, activation, and performance marketing.
• Strong ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into strategic recommendations.
• Proven ability to lead strategic conversations with clients and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior strategic lead across digital performance channels.
• Lead integrated cross‑channel media strategy and planning initiatives.
• Act as a point of contact for assigned clients and build trusted relationships.

Skills

5‑8+ years of experience in digital media strategy

Strong hands‑on activation experience across Paid Search

Strong understanding of performance KPIs

Strong analytical skills

Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills

Tools

Google Ads

Meta Ads Manager

TikTok Ads

DV360

The Trade Desk

Job description

Keplergroup is seeking an Associate Director, Strategy & Activation in Chicago, Illinois, to lead media strategies and manage key client relationships. You will drive initiatives across digital performance channels and guide a team of 5-10 members.

The ideal candidate will have 5-8+ years of digital media experience, strong activation skills, and the ability to build credibility with clients. The role comes with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including unlimited PTO and annual learning stipends.