Digital Investment Director

4 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Kelly Scott Madison Full time
About Kelly Scott Madison

Kelly Scott Madison is a leading, independent media and advertising agency that futureproofs brands and fuels business growth. Our team of strategists, solutionists, technologists, and data analysts work united alongside incredible brand partners, helping them connect with customers in more meaningful ways today and positioning them to move with the customers of tomorrow.

Job Opportunity

We're looking for an Associate Director to lead a cross-channel team. You'll lead the development of digital strategies and develop POVs. You'll ensure the integrity of our investment from inception through execution. And you'll play a key role in organic and new client growth. Your ability to coach, motivate and unify people will pay dividends in the team's output.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build innovative media strategies that exceed client's expectations
  • Understand the wholistic digital ecosystem to recommend strategic buying approaches across programmatic search and social
  • Spearhead the Programmatic function. Shepherd best practices and protocols for optimal effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity
  • Manage and negotiate programmatic partnerships across DSPs, data providers, inventory sources
  • Develop programs and partnerships that optimize new-to-market opportunities, custom executions, and/or optimal added value elements
  • Work in collaboration with cross-channel digital team to ensure media buys are being properly measured to deliver rich insights to our clients
  • Manage team's work-rate to optimize output and product quality
  • Inspire and develop junior team members through training and coaching, while continuously raising the bar
  • Partner with Directors and Discipline Leads on client team assignments and workload, alternative revenue streams, new business pitches, and partner relationships
  • Spearhead internal and external industry thought leadership. Have an impactful presence in the ad community to elevate KSM to prospective employees and clients
  • Maintain a pulse on ever-changing industry trends, programmatic solutions, and emerging technology opportunities to develop POVs and new ways of working to stay ahead of the marketplace
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience in digital media investment; programmatic experience desired; search & social knowledge a plus; experience with Retail Media Networks a plus
  • 3+ years of management/supervisory experience
  • Experience within media buying systems such as: The Trade Desk, Google Ads, CM360, Meta, etc.
  • Strong mathematical and organizational aptitude
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Benefits
  • Talent Enablement: Career pathing, integrated learning ecosystem, mentorship, and employee recognition
  • Financial: Competitive compensation,401(k) with company match, profit sharing subject to company performance, pre-tax programs, referral rewards, and a remote work reimbursement
  • Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, pet, and life), onsite fitness center covered 100%, discounted membership rates at partner gyms and access to virtual fitness classes, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and curated opportunities to nurture your breaktime
  • Balance: Personalized Paid Time Off (i.e., "Unlimited PTO"), remote work flexibility, paid parental leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption), and a variety of Employee Resource Groups
  • Giving Back: Volunteer opportunities and corporate donation matching through KSM Cares Outreach, our Corporate Social Responsibility program


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