Senior Media Director: Lead Multi‑Channel Growth

Gainor Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing independent media agency is seeking a Senior Media Director to drive multi-channel media strategy and optimize high-profile campaigns while managing substantial budgets. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in media planning and agency work, strong negotiation and analytics skills, and a proven track record in leadership. This role offers a hybrid working environment in New York with a competitive salary range of $140,000–160,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years in end-to-end media planning/buying, including 3+ years in leadership.
• Proven media agency experience with direct involvement in planning and optimization.
• Knowledge of DTC, OTC, CPG, retail media, CTV, audio streaming, social commerce, CRM, and telehealth is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop holistic media strategies connecting brand objectives to performance.
• Lead planning and execution across multiple media channels.
• Present recommendations to C-level stakeholders.

Skills

Media planning experience

Negotiation skills

Analytics skills

Communication skills

Leadership capabilities

Tools

Google Ads

Meta

The Trade Desk

Job description

A growing independent media agency is seeking a Senior Media Director to drive multi-channel media strategy and optimize high-profile campaigns while managing substantial budgets. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in media planning and agency work, strong negotiation and analytics skills, and a proven track record in leadership. This role offers a hybrid working environment in New York with a competitive salary range of $140,000–160,000 annually.