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Company description

Digitas is the Networked Experience Agency, built on the vision that we create magnetic experiences that earn the right for brands to exist in human networks. Today, and tomorrow. We deliver Networked Experiences by leveraging comprehensive data, technology, creative, media and strategy capabilities. Digitas delivers ambitious outcomes via unique solutions that include Creative Experiences, Integrated Media, Addressable Relationships, Social Marketing and Total Commerce. Celebrated by AdAge as Data and Insights Agency of the Year, U.S Campaign’s Brand Experience Agency of the Year, Media Network of the Year and celebrated by Forrester and Gartner, Digitas serves the world’s leading brands through a global network comprised of more than 5,500 employees across over 65 offices in 43 countries.

Overview

We’re searching for a Senior Vice President/Group Director, Media who’s a true unicorn to join the team

at Digitas. Someone who can win the hearts of clients, motivate peers and junior staff alike, and skillfully

juggle multiple pieces of business. Someone who will pioneer media solutions on behalf of our clients &

our agency; act as a visionary within our capability; and inspire people through his/her collaboration and

creativity. Sound like you? Read on.

This role offers a unique opportunity to a veteran digital media star to do more than watch industry

trends, but instead be an active participant in making them a reality for some of the largest brands on the

planet.

The SVP, Group Director will lead the troops in driving integrated media solutions across multiple clients,

with direct responsibility for management within the Media group on key accounts and for the team

overall.

Responsibilities

In the role of client lead, this person will:

• Define strategic objectives and strategies to influence consumer behavior and drive business

outcomes for our clients

• Demonstrate practical knowledge of integrated media channel planning including direct and

programmatic/biddable media

• Provide strategic thought leadership on how media fits within a connected marketing world and

collaborate with account, technology, strategy, creative and data & analytics teams to ensure

that media plans are strategically aligned, client needs are met and Digitas’ quality levels are

upheld

• Assume a substantial role on the core client team(s) to identify issues, develop new business

opportunities with existing clients, and assist in the development of new client relationships

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in digital media planning/buying, be fluent in emerging

media platforms and formats (programmatic media, addressable digital, paid social, content, native and

commerce), and be fluent in the latest industry topics such as viewability, data privacy / regulation, ad

verification, and the ad tech/martech landscape. The role requires a balance of strategic & strong

analytical thinking, excellent presentation skills, and experience managing and coaching direct reports in a

rapid growth environment.

Finally, as a Digitas thought leader, the SVP, Group Director must possess a strong inner drive to redesign

the digital landscape, to engage and challenge some of the finest minds in the industry, and to support

the evolution of the Digitas media practice in a way that seamlessly integrates data, technology, creativity

and strategy.

• Four year degree (Master’s degree preferred)

• ~15 years of Advertising and Marketing industry experience with 5+ years of staff management

and team leadership

• Expertise in the digital world

• Thorough knowledge and expertise in different types of Media

• Proven leadership ability and previous client relationship experience

• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills

• Time management and problem solving skills

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MRI, and CMR

• Track record of successful problem-solving skills

• Superior interpersonal and presentation skills

• Candidate must be open to travel as needed

Got what it takes? We’d love to hear from you.

Additional information

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [email protected] .

Compensation Range: $176,700 - $288,765 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 7/1/25.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.