Media Supervisor

DAA Media + Marketing

United States

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An award-winning independent agency in the United States is seeking a Media Supervisor to manage client relationships and develop media strategies. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in media planning, strong leadership skills, and the ability to balance strategy with execution. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

5-7 years of media strategy or planning experience.
Previous account experience supporting large, high-volume, or multi-market accounts.
Familiarity with integrated media planning across traditional and digital channels.
Strong leadership skills and experience mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for local markets.
Lead the development of localized media approaches.
Oversee executional workflows with media and creative teams.
Manage and mentor a team of junior media staff.
Collaborate on process improvements and strategic alignment.

Skills

Media strategy

Account management

Communication skills

Leadership

Digital planning

Tools

Strata

SQAD

DoMedia

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Overview

COO at DAA | Driving Strategy, Team Growth & Operational Excellence at an Award Winning Independent Agency | Houston Chapter Lead at The Media Dinner…

At DAA Media + Marketing, the Strategy & Investment team is where media expertise meets measurable impact. We translate client goals into smart, scalable media strategies — then bring them to life through thoughtful planning, efficient execution, and data-driven decision-making. We thrive on collaboration, precision, and curiosity — whether we’re navigating the latest platform updates, exploring emerging channels, or refining performance insights. If you’re passionate about turning strategy into outcomes and love the balance of structure and creativity, this is where you’ll do your best work.

As a Media Supervisor on a fast-paced QSR account, you’ll serve as a key client partner, helping to translate business needs into strategic, integrated media initiatives. Reporting to the Media Director, you’ll lead a team of associates and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure flawless execution and alignment with client objectives. This role is an exciting opportunity to manage high-profile client relationships, guide campaign development, and drive day-to-day momentum for a fast-growing national brand.

Key Responsibilities:

Client & Market Leadership

Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for a defined group of local markets, building trust with regional client teams and understanding their unique priorities.
Lead the development of localized media approaches grounded in client objectives, audience insights, and market dynamics.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure campaign strategies are aligned, cohesive, and client-ready.
Monitor local competitive activity and share relevant trends and implications with internal and client stakeholders.
Tailor media plans and recommendations to meet client needs, local marketing calendars, and budget allocations.

Campaign Oversight & Communication

Oversee executional workflows in partnership with media, operations, and creative teams — ensuring campaign elements launch accurately and on time.
Provide clear and proactive communication to clients around timelines, deliverables, and performance updates.
Lead the preparation and delivery of reporting materials, recaps, and insights — turning data into actionable next steps.
Review media documentation such as authorizations and insertion orders, ensuring quality and accuracy before client handoff.
Coordinate cross-team efforts to ensure media weight, frequency, and reach goals are delivered as planned.

Team Leadership and Development

Manage and mentor a team of junior media staff, reviewing work and providing regular feedback to support their growth.
Delegate responsibilities thoughtfully, coaching team members through executional processes and decision-making.
Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages ownership, communication, and continuous improvement.
Conduct weekly 1:1s and team syncs to maintain progress, resolve blockers, and recognize achievements.
Help onboard new team members and contribute to the development of documentation, tools, and training resources.

Process Improvement and Internal Collaboration

Collaborate with the Associate Media Director and Media Director on workflow efficiency, resourcing, and strategic alignment.
Contribute to process improvements that increase operational efficiency and enhance team communication.
Identify bottlenecks or recurring issues in planning and trafficking workflows, proposing solutions or documentation updates.
Maintain organized media plans, budgets, and reference files that ensure internal visibility and cross-functional alignment.
Support internal quality assurance efforts to ensure consistency across client deliverables.
Partner with the Client Partnerships and Campaign Operations teams to track deadlines, assets, and approvals.

What You'll Bring

5-7 years of media strategy or planning experience
Previous account experience supporting large, high-volume, or multi-market accounts.
Familiarity with integrated media planning across traditional and digital channels.
Comfort working with franchise models and/or local market nuances.
Strong leadership skills and experience mentoring junior team members.
Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with detailed execution.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift daily
Familiarity with buying tools like Strata, SQAD, DoMedia, and Excel/Google Sheets.

Seniority level