Director, Data & Platforms — Audience & Ad Tech Leader

UNAVAILABLE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 132,715 - 190,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Parental care leave

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Job summary

Spark Foundry is seeking a Director to lead the Audience Design team in Chicago. This role will require driving ad and marketing technology integration, guiding the use of audience data for media strategies, and managing a team of specialists. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in digital media, strong technical skills, and the ability to articulate strategies effectively. A robust benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in digital media and ad technology.
• 3+ years team managing 2+ direct reports.
• In-depth technical knowledge of ad and marketing technology.
• Strong understanding of digital media planning and management processes.
• Expert knowledge with Identity Solution tools.
• Understanding and usage of CDP.

Responsibilities

• Be an expert on audience and data-led digital advertising.
• Guide the use of audience data for media strategies.
• Explain technical concepts in ordinary terms.
• Identify opportunities and educate clients.
• Develop personalization strategy across all channels.
• Oversee relationships with CDP and data technology solutions.

Skills

Experience in digital media

Team management

Technical knowledge of ad technology

Understanding of digital media planning

Articulation of vision to clients

Expert knowledge of Identity Solution tools

Expert understanding of CDP

Data flow understanding

Job description

Spark Foundry is seeking a Director to lead the Audience Design team in Chicago. This role will require driving ad and marketing technology integration, guiding the use of audience data for media strategies, and managing a team of specialists. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in digital media, strong technical skills, and the ability to articulate strategies effectively. A robust benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and flexible time off.