Job description
Job Description
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 10-12 weeks
Hours: 20-25 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $120-$150, depending on experience and location
Location: Remote (preferred); if located in NY or LA areas you can work in the office if you’d like
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Director, Media Engagement Support to lead a critical client engagement focused on optimizing media agency relationships and performance. This role will drive a comprehensive assessment of our client’s current media agency partnerships against industry best practices, potentially including full agency review processes.
Challenge/Background
Our client seeks to evaluate and enhance their media agency relationships through rigorous benchmarking against best-in-class industry models. This strategic initiative may involve conducting comprehensive industry benchmarking studies or supporting a complete media agency review process. The successful candidate will provide expert guidance to ensure our client maximizes value from their media investments and partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive assessment of client’s current media agency relationships against industry benchmarks
- Conduct thorough analysis of media agency performance, structure, and capabilities
- Support potential media agency review processes, including RFP development and evaluation
- Develop strategic recommendations for optimizing media agency partnerships
- Create and deliver high-quality client presentations and deliverables under VP oversight
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure comprehensive team engagement and input
- Provide expert insights on evolving media landscape and agency best practices
Qualifications
Media Agency Expertise:
- Extensive experience working with media agencies, particularly those within major Holding Companies (WPP, Omnicom, Publicis, IPG, etc.)
- Deep understanding of agency operations, fee structures, and performance metrics
- Proven track record in agency relationship management and optimization
Media Strategy Knowledge:
- Comprehensive understanding of both brand and performance media tactics
- Experience with integrated media planning and buying across all channels
- Knowledge of media measurement, attribution, and optimization methodologies
AI & Technology Transformation:
- Current understanding of how AI is revolutionizing agency models and operations
- Knowledge of AI-driven media planning, buying, and optimization tools
- Insight into how technology is transforming agency staffing and team structures
Leadership & Delivery:
- Proven ability to lead client deliverable creation with senior-level oversight
- Strong project management skills with ability to meet tight deadlines
- Exceptional leadership capabilities ensuring full team engagement and collaboration
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder relationships
Additional Requirements:
- Excellent analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights
- Experience with consulting or advisory roles preferred
Additional Information
We Are Rosie provides strategic consulting and talent solutions for the marketing industry. We partner with more than 200 of the world’s biggest brands and agencies to help them solve unique marketing challenges with the best people, swiftly and at scale. Founded by former advertising executive Stephanie Nadi Olson in 2018, We Are Rosie is on a mission to redefine how marketing works, with an inclusive, human-centric approach that’s better for business and better for marketers. Our company has been recognized as an industry trailblazer and earned many accolades, including being named to the 2023 Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces, the Inc. 5000 2022, and Adweek’s Fastest Growing Agencies in 2021.
We Are Rosie is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
