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Associate Account Director, Paid Media

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Gupta Media

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United States , Boston

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105000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

An Associate Account Director is at the heart of our Media organization, which is at the heart of our Agency. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about media, marketing and driving growth for our clients’ business. In this role, you will be working to conceive, deliver and measure the impact of advertising campaigns across a variety of industries. In many instances, you will be the most senior part of a project team. Although we're an ad agency, our work product combines strategic consulting, media planning and buying, creativity and advanced analytics. Beyond the client-facing aspects, the Associate Account Director is part of our media management organization. The Associate Account Director is jointly responsible for managing and mentoring our media staff, working with platform partners and participating in new business pitches.

Job Responsibility:

  • Conceive, deliver and measure the impact of advertising campaigns across a variety of industries
  • Be the most senior part of a project team
  • Manage and mentor media staff
  • Work with platform partners
  • Participate in new business pitches

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience with at least 3 years in paid social, including campaign creation, optimization and analysis, preferably in an agency environment
  • Experience with Facebook Ads & Google Ads are required and experience with Snap Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, LinkedIn Campaign Manager preferred
  • Track record of building and growing large paid media accounts
  • Strong analytical skills and technical competency using data and metrics to measure impact and determine improvements
  • Experience managing and mentoring staff
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the US for at least 3 years

Nice to have:

Experience with Snap Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, LinkedIn Campaign Manager

What we offer:
  • Health, dental, vision, and pet insurance
  • Flexible and Dependent Care Savings Accounts
  • 401(k) with up to 5% Safe Harbor contributions
  • Paid time off
  • Paid family leave
  • Commuting and wellness stipends
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • Annual bonus plan based on company performance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 08, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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