Job description
About FINN Partners:
FINN Partners is a fast-growing, independent marketing agency recognized for bold ideas and a collaborative spirit. Our Media team sits at the intersection of creativity, strategy, and performance — leading clients to growth with precision, passion, and purpose.
We bring together the best of media strategy, channel expertise, and data fluency to drive results that matter. And we’re growing. That’s where you come in.
The Opportunity:
As an Associate Media Director, you’ll lead media strategies across multiple accounts, mentor a high-performing team, and guide clients toward smarter, sharper, and effective marketing decisions.
You’ll play a pivotal role in developing integrated, full-funnel marketing solutions — bringing together channels, data, and insights to deliver meaningful business impact. You’ll also help connect the dots across disciplines, working closely with Account, Strategy, and Creative teams to bring big ideas to life.
Remote (U.S. based applicants preferred) - must be available to work EST hours; candidates no further west than Central time zone preferred
Where will you work?
Wherever you are. And in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays…if you want.
We’re a remote workplace (with optional in-office days). We have offices in Boston, Nashville, New York, Portland, DC and London.
Responsibilities:
- Lead media strategy and planning across multiple accounts, delivering integrated, full-funnel solutions that ladder up to client business goals
- Own the development and presentation of media plans — across digital and offline channels — ensuring consistency, rigor, and innovation in every deliverable
- Act as a strategic media leader in client meetings and new business pitches
- Drive collaboration across departments (account, strategy, creative) to ensure alignment and cohesion
- Champion a performance-first culture that rallies around maximizing results and exceeding client expectations
- Mentor and manage a growing team; inspire and guide junior staff across projects and professional development
- Manage performance reviews, coaching to maximize success, setting goals for career development
- Ensure all deliverables are on-brand, on-strategy, and on-time
- Stay ahead of media and consumer trends, bringing new ideas and fresh thinking to clients and internal teams
- Assist in new business ideation, scoping, presentation development, etc.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 7–10 years of media or advertising agency experience
- Proven experience developing and executing integrated, cross-channel media strategies
- A sharp understanding of the entire marketing funnel, and how to guide consumers through it
- Leadership skills that inspire collaboration, trust, and excellence
- Fluency in analytics and media measurement, with a track record of using data to drive optimization
- Comfort with self-serve platforms (Meta, LinkedIn, Google Ads, etc.)
- Experience using GPT/AI to improve quality, accuracy, and speed of work
- Excellent presentation and communication skills — verbal, visual, and written
- A curiosity and excitement for where media is going next
Requirements:
- G Suite (sheets, docs, slides), Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Knowledge of media tools and research providers (comScore, GWI, Nielsen, MNI, MRI, Mintel, etc.)
- Google Marketing platform (Campaign Manager, Google Analytics, Google Data Studio)
- Demonstrates an ability to leverage 0P, 1P, 2P, and 3P data to drive decision making
- Experience with account-based marketing (ABM): Proven experience in implementing ABM strategies, focusing on targeting key accounts with personalized marketing campaigns.
- Ability to rally team members around a new solution
- Ability to conduct critical analysis and identify key insights
- Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Solid project management and organizational skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Experience overseeing the full suite of media channels into a single mix
- Excellent presentation skills
- Resourceful, with proven problem-solving skills
Why Join FINN Partners?
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment at the intersection of digital marketing and data science.
- Access to state-of-the-art tools and technologies for advanced analytics and data science projects.
- Competitive salary, benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance.
- A culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and collaboration.
- Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing company.
Anticipated Salary: $85,000-95,000
Commensurate with experience and depending upon the workplace.
How to Apply:
Send your resume and a brief cover letter to [insert email/link]. If available, we welcome examples of media plans or case studies you’re proud of.
Subject line: “Associate Media Director Application – [Your Name]”
FINN Partners is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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