Media Director

Job Description:Job Title: Media DirectorCompany: Spark (formally called StarLink) CommunicationsCompany Information: Everything begins with a spark, whether insight, technology or consumer trend. Spark Communications, a full-service media agency with a digital core, serves some of the world's most prominent and transformative brands. Spark Communications orchestrates dynamic connections that link people to brands. As part of Starcom MediaVest Group (www.smvgroup.com), Spark leverages the vast resources of one of the largest marketing organizations in the world at the speed of today's digital environment. Reports to: Group Media DirectorPosition Summary:The Media Director is the central contact for all media activities on an account. To that end the Media Director is the key Media Strategist and guides the planning team in strategy development and overall administration of client media needs. Must establish themselves as a true partner in client's business having a firm grasp of client's business needs, issues, etc.Specific Responsibilities:- Lead the development of sound strategic Communication Plans based on clear understanding of client objectives and thorough quantitative analysis of client lead data- Clearly identify, understand and deliver against key success metrics, providing accountability throughout communications development (ROI, etc)- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of client businesses, both from a current situation perspective, as well as a historical perspective.- Lead collaborative working relationships across all communications areas (implementation teams, client, agency partners, media vendors) to achieve integrated communications solutions- Evaluates client problems with an innovative eye, developing creative, accountable solutions- Manage all media planning and buying processes, ensuring maximum accuracy- Identify and facilitate implementation (when possible) of opportunities to improve best practices and product- Effectively manage Billing and Income and Direct Client Cost process across all assigned brands (depending on client group)- Demonstrate strong command of Media Research resources, capabilities- Participate in the overall management of departmental operations- Coach Supervisor(s) and Planner(s), by inspiring creativity, empowering pro-activity, rewarding teamwork and consistently demonstrating SMG values - Manage staff and work closely with Group Media Director- Facilitate the cascading of goals amongst team- Complete thorough and constructive performance evaluations via Performance Management Process (PMP) for assigned staff membersRequired Skills: (the "technical" stuff)- A minimum of nine years of media planning experience- Strong quantitative skills, including analytical abilities and math proficiency- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- Ability to prioritize and organize open items for self and staff - Able to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure- Demonstrates critical thinking and problem solving skills- Ability to effectively utilize media research and reporting resources- Technical proficiency, particularly with media systems and MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint- Demonstrates leadership skills- Direct response media expertise a plusContact Information: In exchange for your contributions, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a casual work environment. For consideration, you must apply online at http://www.starcomworldwide.com/careers/careers.php and click on "Apply Now". Phone calls or emails will NOT be accepted. EOE M/F/D/V



Minimum Education Required: BachelorYears of Experience Required: More than 5 yearsThis company may offer relocation assistance.