Director, Media Engagement (Independent Contractor)

Ad Council; Georgia (VT); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director of Media Engagement to lead media efforts for a vital Mental Health initiative in Georgia. This role involves collaborating with local media outlets to enhance visibility and impact. Ideal candidates will have extensive media buying experience and a strong understanding of Georgia's media landscape. You will be the primary contact for regional media executives, ensuring effective outreach and support. Join a mission-driven organization that values creativity and social impact, and help shape meaningful change in your community.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in sales, marketing, or media management.
• Expert knowledge of Georgia's media and advertising landscape.

Responsibilities

• Secure donated media placements for the Mental Health initiative.
• Coordinate with internal teams for local outreach execution.

Skills

Media Buying

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

Job description

Remote - US

Who we are:

The Ad Council convenes creative storytellers to educate, unite and uplift audiences by opening hearts, inspiring action and accelerating change. For more than 80 years, the nonprofit organization and its partners in advertising, media, marketing and tech have been behind some of the country's most iconic social impact campaigns – Smokey Bear, Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk, Tear the Paper Ceiling and many more.

Job summary:

The Ad Council’s Media Team is seeking a Director, Media Engagement (Independent Contractor) to support the Media Strategy & Engagement Center of Excellence by securing donated media placements for our Mental Health initiative in Georgia. As the Ad Council’s ambassador in the state, you’ll work closely with local media outlets—from regional powerhouses to neighborhood affiliates—to promote and drive visibility for this critical effort.

Your deep knowledge of Georgia’s media landscape will help shape an effective local outreach strategy, while ongoing collaboration with the national outreach team will ensure smooth coordination and alignment across all efforts.

This fast-paced role is ideal for someone with a strong media buying background, a proven track record in media sales or partnerships, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for both media innovation and social impact.

Compensation and engagement:

The Ad Council is seeking an experienced independent contractor to work on a contract basis. We presently anticipate the scope and length of the engagement to be approximately 2 months (35 hours per week, Monday through Friday). The compensation for this position is within the range of $9,000 – $10,000 per month. The independent contractor will receive a 1099 for tax reporting purposes. This is a fully remote position.

What you’ll do:

1. Assist the Media Strategy and Engagement Center of Excellence in prospecting donated media support with potential new and existing partners on behalf of our Mental Health initiative in Georgia.
2. Communicate and coordinate with the Ad Council’s internal national outreach team to ensure efficient execution of local outreach.
3. Serve as Ad Council primary contact for senior level regional media executives within the state of Georgia.
4. Manage day-to-day responsibilities of engaging with local media partners, including securing and tracking donated media support.
5. Fulfill key operational responsibilities, including updating Salesforce, tracking donated media support in internal measurement platforms, and consistently submitting timesheets.

What you bring:

1. 7+ years professional sales, marketing, or agency (media or account management) experience.
2. Expert knowledge of Georgia omni-channel media and advertising industries.
3. Stellar communication and presentation skills.
4. Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
5. Excellent project manager: organized and detail-oriented with a capacity to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented, deadline-driven environment; ability to expertly manage multiple projects simultaneously and manage-up to senior leadership.
6. Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM software (Salesforce, Smartsheet).
7. Collaborative thinker, problem solver and team player.
8. Self-motivated and goal oriented.
9. A positive, empathetic mindset and a fearless openness to finding opportunities where others may not.

What we’re committed to:

At the Ad Council, we value and celebrate the unique characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. Fostering a welcoming environment allows us to enhance and reimagine how we reach our audiences. It is not simply our belief, but our duty, to cultivate a team that is representative of the American people. Only then can we drive true, measurable, and life-changing impact on the most important issues facing our country today.

The Ad Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any legally protected status.