Company description Hi there! We’re Razorfish. We’ve been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What’s different It all starts with people. Weird, wonderful, complex people - with diverse backgrounds in strategy, creative and technology. But no matter how different we are, we all have one thing in common. We believe our differences are our strength. So we push for inclusion, challenge convention and bring in new perspectives, to inspire new ideas. Because when we connect by understanding what makes people different, we can create unforgettable experiences that enrich lives. Join us at razorfish.com. Overview The Media Director, Strategy and Planning leads functional management and leadership for a team of Media Planners and career management to a smaller group of direct reports. They serve as a cross-functional contributor who works closely with Account Directors to drive growth opportunities within current clients and foster media innovation across the agency. This role is especially intriguing as it will serve a luxury and retail client across multiple brands that are planned individually in a larger media strategy, so ideal candidate must be able to manage multiple workstreams at once. With a range of brand client teams and different brand identities, it’s an opportunity to holistically manage a large brand portfolio. Responsibilities Maintain an in-depth knowledge of current media industry news and brand business (current and historical perspectives) with a focus on upstream initiatives Ensure the team delivers sound strategic media recommendations based on a clear understanding of brand objectives Lead the team and day-to-day client interaction and build, maintain, and grow client relationships and client business Apply their experience to elevate strategic thinking across the portfolio and set appropriate learning agenda elements Write and deliver strategies and POV’s as well as oversee the translation of these strategies into the final audience recommendations/plans Analyze client’s audience strategies and work with internal groups to lead business case development Facilitate team building through collaboration, open communication, and focused project management to assure that assignments are executed in a timely manner Provide vision, direction, management and support to individuals within the team to ensure their work aligns with our mission and goals Demonstrate a deep technical understanding as well as problem solving and intervention when necessary Qualifications 7-10 years of multi-channel media experience, with an emphasis on digital media 5 years of management experience Ability to strategically plan campaigns from audience determination, ability to best flight and execute campaigns to align with client's strategic goals and KPIs Strong understanding of analytics to inform and validate planning and strategy History of identifying media opportunities, presenting them to clients, and executing Experience monitoring and recommending improvements to the entire media planning process Ensuring people are adopting the best in class tools, techniques, systems to deliver effective media processes Portfolio management of paid media for a large brand Excellent communication (written and verbal along with visual storytelling), diplomacy, and relationship building and decision making skills with the ability to think creatively. Additional information The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include: Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance Tuition Assistance Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more Matching Gifts programs Flexible working arrangements ‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility) Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents. Razorfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Range: $97,375 - $185,920. 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 7/15/26.

The Media Director, Strategy and Planning leads functional management and leadership for a team of Media Planners and career management to a smaller group of direct reports. They serve as a cross-functional contributor who works closely with Account Directors to drive growth opportunities within current clients and foster media innovation across the agency. This role is especially intriguing as it will serve a luxury and retail client across multiple brands that are planned individually in a larger media strategy, so ideal candidate must be able to manage multiple workstreams at once. With a range of brand client teams and different brand identities, it’s an opportunity to holistically manage a large brand portfolio. Responsibilities Maintain an in-depth knowledge of current media industry news and brand business (current and historical perspectives) with a focus on upstream initiatives Ensure the team delivers sound strategic media recommendations based on a clear understanding of brand objectives Lead the team and day-to-day client interaction and build, maintain, and grow client relationships and client business Apply their experience to elevate strategic thinking across the portfolio and set appropriate learning agenda elements Write and deliver strategies and POV’s as well as oversee the translation of these strategies into the final audience recommendations/plans Analyze client’s audience strategies and work with internal groups to lead business case development Facilitate team building through collaboration, open communication, and focused project management to assure that assignments are executed in a timely manner Provide vision, direction, management and support to individuals within the team to ensure their work aligns with our mission and goals Demonstrate a deep technical understanding as well as problem solving and intervention when necessary Qualifications 7-10 years of multi-channel media experience, with an emphasis on digital media 5 years of management experience Ability to strategically plan campaigns from audience determination, ability to best flight and execute campaigns to align with client's strategic goals and KPIs Strong understanding of analytics to inform and validate planning and strategy History of identifying media opportunities, presenting them to clients, and executing Experience monitoring and recommending improvements to the entire media planning process Ensuring people are adopting the best in class tools, techniques, systems to deliver effective media processes Portfolio management of paid media for a large brand Excellent communication (written and verbal along with visual storytelling), diplomacy, and relationship building and decision making skills with the ability to think creatively.

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