Media Director (Contract - 4 months) - 0225

Exverus Media is the data-driven media agency for culture creating, growth-stage brands. Based in Los Angeles (and remote!), we’ve repeatedly won accolades including Small Agency of the Year: Media from AdWeek and Media Plan of the Year multiple times. Our workplace consistently ranks as one of the “LA Times Top Companies to Work For”!

Located in the heart of Hollywood, we foster a vibrant workplace culture that emphasizes work/life balance with unlimited vacation and a supportive environment for creativity and collaboration. Our notable clients include Premier Nutrition, New Belgium / Bell’s Brewery, Honey Stinger, The Chosen, and many more!

We are analytical, creative, and prioritize human connections in our work. If you embody these values and are ready to lead in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

The Media Director will play a pivotal role in both strategic and operational leadership at Exverus Media. This individual will be responsible for developing holistic media strategies that drive results for clients while leading and mentoring a team of media planners and buyers. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in both digital and traditional media, a proven ability to generate actionable insights from data, and a passion for innovation and media planning.

This role is specifically for a short-term contract position spanning 4 months, leading the Planning team for an alcohol client.

• 8+ years of experience in media planning or strategy with a recognized media agency or in-house
• Proven track record of leading or mentoring teams
• Extensive digital and traditional media expertise, including negotiation and execution
• Emphasis on CTV (programmatic and direct), Social (Meta, TikTok, Snapchat), and YouTube
• Exceptional client management and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Expert knowledge of media research tools (like MRI, ComScore, etc.)
• Proficiency in developing effective presentations that communicate complex ideas clearly
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects
• Comfortable making data-driven decisions and recommendations
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of media strategy and execution for client accounts
• Develop and present comprehensive media plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives
• Lead a team of media planners and buyers, fostering professional development and collaboration
• Manage key client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact
• Utilize data analytics to measure campaign performance and derive actionable insights
• Stay abreast of emerging media trends and technologies to foster innovation
• Provide leadership in strategic discussions and agency-wide initiatives

What We Value

• Professionalism and integrity in all interactions
• A collaborative spirit that embraces diverse perspectives
• A commitment to continuous improvement and excellence
• Creativity and innovation in problem-solving

When You Meet Us:

We will talk about your direct experience leading a client’s media strategy from strategy to reporting, your experience providing new ideas and fresh thinking, and your desire to work in a dynamic, award-winning environment with world class brands and people

We look forward to meeting you!