Manager, Media

DAC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits

Generous PTO and parental leave

Retirement saving plans

Opportunities for continued learning

Job summary

DAC is seeking a Manager, Media in Chicago to oversee the creation and execution of integrated advertising programs for key clients. This role emphasizes leading cross-channel media campaigns and optimizing performance to drive growth.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of digital media experience, managing substantial budgets and engaging with major digital platforms. You will join a collaborative culture that promotes professional growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of digital media experience, focusing on paid search, social, and display.
• Managed media campaigns with large budgets.
• Strong expertise in various digital media platforms and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute integrated advertising programs for key clients.
• Lead integrated media campaigns across channels.
• Provide ongoing analysis of campaigns and reporting.

Skills

Digital media experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Expertise in Google Ads

Expertise in Meta Business Manager

Expertise in analytics tools

Bid management platforms knowledge

Job description

Move Your Career Forward with DAC as a Manager, Media

Who We Are

We are DAC—a global full-funnel performance media agency dedicated to delivering transformative results. With expertise spanning SEO, paid media, creative production, analytics, and local optimization, we combine the brightest minds with innovative technology to deliver seamless, forward-thinking strategies. Powered by AI, data, and creative ingenuity, we deliver integrated campaigns that engage customers at every touchpoint—from global audiences to individual store locations.

Position Summary

The Manager, Media is responsible for the creation and execution of integrated advertising programs for key DAC clients. This individual will be responsible for delivering core client programs that include a focus on paid search, programmatic and paid social and may include offline marketing channels—and work closely with clients to continually optimize performance and drive growth.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with account service teams to consistently exceed client expectations.
• Serve as a client-facing media authority on key programs.
• Coach members of the media team as assigned, providing guidance and learning opportunities.
• Lead the building and management of integrated media campaigns across multiple channels.
• Monitor and manage multiple client programs as they relate to program goals and objectives.
• Proactively expand and improve media efforts based on performance and client business needs.
• Provide ongoing analysis of campaigns, as well as regular and ad‑hoc reporting on campaign status to management and account service teams.
• Support account team on client calls with technical campaign information and strategic insights.
• Document agency "Point of View" for campaigns and digital media opportunities.

What You Bring

• A seasoned pro with 5+ years of digital media experience (paid search, social, and display in particular), exceptional communication skills, and impeccable attention to detail.
• Someone who has previously managed media campaigns with large budgets.
• A tech‑savvy thinker who has strong expertise in digital media platforms (Google Ads, Meta Business Manager, DV360, Campaign Manager 360), analytics tools (Google Analytics), and bid management platforms (SA360). Certifications would be even better!

What You’ll Get

• Professional Growth: Work with top-tier clients and cutting‑edge tools in the performance marketing industry.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a global organization that values curiosity, transparency, and innovation.
• Competitive Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
  • Generous PTO, wellness initiatives and parental leave.
  • Retirement saving plans.
  • Opportunities for continued learning and professional development.
  • A supportive, collaborative, and casual work environment.

How We Work

This role requires three in‑office days per week. Remote work is not available for this position.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

DAC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, state, or municipal law.

If you require an accommodation in any aspect of the selection process, please reach out to [e-mail].

At DAC we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, vision, dental, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and employee assistance support. Full‑time employees are eligible to participate in the DAC benefit programs.

Salary at DAC is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of DAC’s total compensation package for employees.