Programmatic Strategy Director

UNAVAILABLE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 121,315 - 174,300; Full time

Job summary

Spark Foundry in Chicago seeks a Director to lead the strategic development and execution of programmatic campaigns across Display, Social, Mobile, Search, and Video channels. You will plan large spend campaigns, deliver client-ready decks, and drive insights across the client’s activities.

You will manage a team of associates and managers, partnering with agency colleagues to optimize performance and discovery of new solutions. The role emphasizes leadership and deep programmatic expertise.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Search, Display, Video, Social, and/or Mobile programmatic media buying.
• 4+ years of increasing levels of responsibility within an agency or media company.
• 4+ years of people management experience (3-5 reports) within an account management/client services team.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the daily workflow of all programmatic campaigns, including proposal development and post-buy recaps.
• Interface with agency media teams to respond to RFPs and deliver strategic campaign plans.
• Review client deliverables for quality and viability of recommendations.
• Own development of strategic proposals across programmatic teams.
• Accountability for programmatic campaign execution for assigned client accounts.
• Communicate programmatic value proposition, technology, and processes to growth of accounts.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance and forecast for senior management.
• Mentor and develop team members; share best practices across the group.

Skills

Programmatic media buying

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Agency experience

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Spark Foundry in Chicago seeks a Director to lead the strategic development and execution of programmatic campaigns across Display, Social, Mobile, Search, and Video channels. You will plan large spend campaigns, deliver client-ready decks, and drive insights across the client’s activities.

You will manage a team of associates and managers, partnering with agency colleagues to optimize performance and discovery of new solutions. The role emphasizes leadership and deep programmatic expertise.