Senior Director, Media Strategy

Epic Search Partners; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Epic Search Partners is seeking a Senior Director, Media Strategy in Dallas. This hybrid role involves leading modern media strategies which are insightful and data-driven, aimed at delivering business results for major brands. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years in media strategy, experience leading teams, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a salary range of $140,000 to $160,000, along with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in media strategy, planning, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years leading teams and managing people.
• Proven ability to develop and lead integrated, cross-channel media strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead culturally relevant, forward-thinking media strategies grounded in data, creativity, and technologies.
• Develop integrated, cross-channel media strategies across linear TV, digital, and OOH.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior clients.

Skills

Media strategy

Team leadership

Data analysis

Cross-channel media strategy

Client leadership

Job description

About the Company

This nationally recognized, independent agency is known for culturally driven marketing, integrated media strategy, and high-profile work for major brands. The agency brings together strategy, storytelling, data, and innovation to create media experiences that connect with audiences and drive business impact.

About the Role

The Senior Director, Media Strategy is a senior leadership role responsible for building modern, insight-driven media strategies that move people and deliver real business results. This is a hybrid role based in Dallas, requiring a few days per week in-office, and offers a salary range of $140,000 to $160,000.

What You’ll Do

• Lead culturally relevant, forward-thinking media strategies grounded in data, creativity, and emerging technologies
• Develop integrated, cross-channel media strategies across linear TV, digital, and OOH
• Partner across brand strategy, data, analytics, and other disciplines to create cohesive audience-first plans
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior clients
• Drive growth across existing and new business through strong strategic thinking
• Oversee the full media lifecycle, including planning, investment, and financial management
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing media team
• Stay current on the evolving media landscape and translate trends into client opportunities

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in media strategy, planning, or related disciplines
• 5+ years leading teams and managing people
• Proven ability to develop and lead integrated, cross-channel media strategies
• Strong experience across linear TV, digital, and OOH
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to translate data into insights
• Strong senior client leadership, presentation, and communication skills
• Experience with upfront negotiations and restricted categories is a plus