Senior Media Strategy Director

Marcus Thomas, LLC; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off (4-6 weeks)

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Medical, dental and vision

Lifestyle stipends

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

Marcus Thomas, LLC is seeking a Media Director to lead major client engagements, shape integrated media strategy and mentor a growing Media team in Cleveland or Cincinnati, OH with a hybrid in-office requirement. The role reports to the Chief Media Officer and collaborates across creative, social, analytics and strategy to deliver connected solutions.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in media planning, 5+ years in management, strong math and presentation skills, plus the ability to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience required.
• 10+ years of media planning experience required.
• 5+ years of management experience required.
• Strong mathematical abilities required.
• Ability to travel every 1 to 2 months for client meetings.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks required.
• Strong presentation skills required.
• Advanced knowledge of media technology partners, self-service platforms, measurement tools, attribution, performance metrics and research resources.
• Practical AI literacy, including understanding AI in media research and planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight for assigned media accounts, including day-to-day execution and KPIs.
• Develop digital-first, data-informed media strategies guided by insights and opportunities.
• Lead strategic conversations, performance discussions and client relationships.
• Partner with creative, social, analytics and strategy teams to connect media to client goals.
• Develop the Media team through coaching and talent development.
• Stay current on industry trends and propose innovative opportunities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Ad tech platforms

Attribution tools

Self-service platforms

Job description

Marcus Thomas, LLC is seeking a Media Director to lead major client engagements, shape integrated media strategy and mentor a growing Media team in Cleveland or Cincinnati, OH with a hybrid in-office requirement. The role reports to the Chief Media Officer and collaborates across creative, social, analytics and strategy to deliver connected solutions.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in media planning, 5+ years in management, strong math and presentation skills, plus the ability to travel