Strategic Media Communications Director

7 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Initiative Full time
Unlock Business Growth as a Strategic Media Communications Director

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Media Communications Director to join our team. This role requires delivering strategic, integrated media communication recommendations for a diverse group of clients and leading an inspiring team of planning professionals.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work with the integrated media planning team to ensure seamless execution
  • Cultivate and strengthen client, agency, and media partner relationships at the senior level
  • Develop and deliver inspiring presentations that bring creative ideas to life
  • Effectively communicate agency goals, manage workloads, provide ongoing performance feedback, support professional development goals, and inspire great results
Requirements:
  • Executive-level related media, advertising, brand, or marketing strategy/planning experience
  • Previous experience managing a portfolio of clients or total ownership of one large complex account with multiple lines of business
  • Ability to manage complexity across multiple groups, clients, and interagency partners
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively apply knowledge and insights gained from research and reporting resources to media planning
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
What We Offer:
  • A flexible hybrid work model that works for you
  • A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities, including mental health training and inclusion education for everyone
  • A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies
  • The opportunity to contribute to our company culture by joining one of our many community-based employee groups
About Us:

We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand's entire consumer experience. Our goal is to unlock business growth for the world's most ambitious brands. With a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, we strive to create a welcoming environment where all talent feels seen, heard, and valued.

Our team has received numerous awards, including being named the North American Network of the Year by the Festival of Media and Global Network of the Year by both Ad Age and Ad Week.

As a Strategic Media Communications Director at Initiative, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and make a real impact on the industry.



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