Media Director

SOLVE(D); New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Solve(D) is seeking a Media Director to lead multiple accounts and drive holistic integration across disciplines, with a focus on digital media. You will guide media planning, review briefs, and deliver strategic excellence while mentoring staff to build a high-performing team.

The role requires 8+ years in media, including pharma exposure, strong MS Office and media tools proficiency, and the ability to present to clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of related media work experience, with at least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel functions (charts, graphs, pivot tables, VLookUps) and competency in Word and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in media applications, including MediaTools, KANTAR, and Prisma.
• Strategic thinking with ability to lead client presentations and discussions.
• Excellent relationship-building skills across internal, external, and client teams.
• Ability to adapt communication style and content depth to audiences, and present ideas clearly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple accounts and drive holistic integration across disciplines.
• Lead end-to-end media planning and execution with a data-driven approach.
• Review briefs and challenge teams on strategic outputs.
• Collaborate with internal and external groups to deliver strategic excellence.
• Maintain vendor relationships and stay updated on industry trends.
• Identify growth opportunities with existing and prospective clients.
• Build trusting relationships with stakeholders and mentor teams.

Skills

Media leadership

Client presentations

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MediaTools

KANTAR

Prisma

Job description

As a Media Director, you will lead multiple accounts and drive holistic integration across disciplines, leveraging expertise in all media channels, especially digital. You'll deliver end-to-end marketing perspectives, identify business opportunities, and sell innovative solutions to grow client business and agency revenue. With a focus on strategy, integration, and team management, you will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of work, while mentoring and managing staff to build a high-performing team. You'll also maintain strong client relationships, staying up-to-date on industry trends and client needs to drive success.

A Day in the Life:

• Oversee media planning and execution to ensure high-quality work products.
• Review briefs and challenge teams on strategic outputs using data-driven approaches.
• Collaborate with internal and external groups to deliver strategic excellence.
• Maintain vendor relationships and stay updated on industry trends.
• Identify business growth opportunities with existing and prospective clients.
• Build trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to media planning teams.
• Mentor and develop team members to ensure accurate and timely performance.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred).
• 8+ years of related media work experience, with at least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Microsoft Excel functions (charts, graphs, pivot tables, VLookUp) and competency in Word and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in media applications, including MediaTools, KANTAR, and Prisma.
• Strategic thinking skills with ability to lead client presentations and discussions.
• Excellent relationship building skills, with ability to establish and maintain strong relationships across internal, external, and client teams.
• Ability to adapt communication style and depth of content to relevant audiences, and present ideas clearly and professionally.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to plan ahead, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently.

$130,000 - $170,000 annually.

The salary range for this position is noted within this job posting. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

About Solve(d)

https://solved.health

SOLVE(D) was born from creative agency DNA and built on the premise of using the right combination of data, analytics, technology, and media to help deliver personalized, relevant omnichannel experiences across touchpoints that drive meaningful connections between brands and audiences (HCPs, Patients, Payers). SOLVE(D) is a multifaceted solutions partner - part consultancy, part data, part advanced analytics, part marketing technology company, part media agency - that fosters speed, precision, and growth. SOLVE(D)’s diverse team of consultants, specialists and practitioners apply their collective strength, leveraging the right mix of human and technical enablers, to empower brands to make confident decisions that accelerate business impact and growth.