The ideal candidate will have an 8+ year background in digital media that includes strategy development, planning, buying, technical implementation, and campaign stewardship with direct media partnerships and with programmatic buying. They bring creativity and innovation to their work. They have experience in National and Local, buying across channels that include Display, Audio, Video, Mobile, Native, and Social. They have deep experience in creating large, custom, integrated programs with publishers and a solid reputation in the industry. They are very knowledgeable on all Google products.
The Director, Performance Marketing (social) is a proven leader, capable of creating and articulating a vision and rallying internal and external partners around it. They have a perspective on where the industry is going, informed by years of experience within it. They lead by example and always do the right thing when interacting with employees, clients, and media partners.
The Director’s responsibilities fall under three core areas:
Client Development
- Serves as the “digital quarterback” across digital efforts within Empower and across multiple client internal teams and external agency partners
- Have the ability to speak to all aspects of Digital from Digital Partnerships, Programmatic, Search, and Social with support of other subject matter experts.
Team Development
- Coaches, mentors, builds a team of Digital Media subject matter experts (SMEs) through on-going training
- As a leader this role will be an important partner in the in the hiring process performance management as it relates to employee evaluations/reviews
- Works with Practice Leader to determine staffing assignments, growth opportunities etc.
Business Development
- Regularly consults with internal client teams to improve their knowledge and confidence in the Digital Media space
- Actively participates in Empower’s platforms, including creating case studies and authoring POVs and thought leadership pieces for the website
- Is active in new business efforts for the agency, both in supporting and lead presentation roles related to new business outreach, response to RFPs, and presentations
Requirements
- Equal willingness to learn and to teach
- Innate curiosity and passion for technology with a strong relationships with media partners
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business etc.
- 8+ years digital media strategy/planning/buying experience
- Current or past familiarity with planning tools (Nielsen, comScore), ad servers (DCM, FlashTalking, etc.), media accounting systems (MediaOcean, Prisma, Adazzle)
- Should have experience in creating, passing, and overseeing successful implementation of tracking pixels
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Job Description:
An ultra-low-budget (ULB) TV movie is seeking dedicated crew members for a 13-day shoot in the metro Atlanta/Marietta, GA area. This is a local hire or work-as-local opportunity, with no lodging or travel provided. We’re looking for passionate professionals ready to bring their expertise to a collaborative environment.
Open Positions:
- Coordinator
- Production Designer & Props
- Costume Designer
- Sound Mixer
- 1st & 2nd Assistant Directors (AD)
- Gaffer & Key Grip
- 1st & 2nd Assistant Camera (AC)
- Hair & Makeup Artists
- Production Assistants (PAs)
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the production team to execute a high-quality TV movie within budget constraints.
- Deliver professional and efficient work in your designated department.
- Maintain a positive and adaptable attitude on set.
- Follow the production schedule and meet all deadlines.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in your respective role is highly preferred.
- Must be local to the metro Atlanta/Marietta area or willing to work as a local.
- Reliable transportation to and from set.
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a team-oriented mindset.
Compensation Details:
- Ultra-low-budget rates in accordance with ULB guidelines. Specific rates will be provided upon offer.