Associate Director, Paid Media

Accelerated Digital Media

Associate Director Paid Media at OuterBox providing leadership in SEM and digital marketing strategies. Managing a team, collaborating with clients, and optimizing paid media initiatives.

Posted 5/7/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all search engine marketing (SEM, paid social, and programmatic) initiatives
Collaborate with innovative & transformative clients, senior management, and cross-functional teams to develop and execute paid media strategies
Manage a team of Media Strategists, optimize campaigns, and stay ahead of industry trends
Develop and communicate the overall paid media strategy, including goals and objectives internally and externally
Collaborate with clients or senior management to align paid media efforts with broader marketing and business objectives
Stay updated on industry trends, algorithm changes, and emerging technologies
Lead and mentor a team of Media Strategists & Sr Strategists, including setting clear performance objectives and providing guidance
Oversee campaign planning, execution, and optimization efforts
Ensure team members are well-equipped to deliver exceptional results
Monitor and analyze campaign performance using analytics tools and performance dashboards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
8+ years of agency or client-side experience in digital strategy
A deep understanding of Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, LinkedIn, Meta & Programmatic
Experiencing managing or leading a team of direct reports
Certification in relevant advertising platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Blueprint) is a plus
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Creative thinking and ability to develop compelling ad content
Proficiency in digital advertising and social media management platforms
Familiarity with SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

High-character, fun, and cohesive work culture
Competitive base salary
PTO that is genuinely encouraged
Affordable, low-deductible health insurance plans
Supplemental benefits, including employer-paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance
401k with company match
Remote work flexibility
Supportive, transparent, and accessible leadership that welcomes ideas, insights & feedback
Professional/individual development stipend

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Hard Skills & Tools

search engine marketingpaid media strategycampaign optimizationdata analysisGoogle AdsMicrosoft AdsLinkedInMetaprogrammatic advertisingSEO

Soft Skills

strategic leadershipteam managementcommunicationpresentation skillscreative thinkingcollaborationmentoringanalytical skillsguidanceperformance management

Certifications

Google Ads certificationFacebook Blueprint certification