Director, Digital

At Cossette Media, bright people shine their brightest. Because we get to work with iconic brands. On projects that always reflect our biggest strengths. And give us a chance to be in the spotlight, here and abroad. Plus, we’re surrounded by brilliant colleagues who ignite our passion daily. Working here is plugging into a collective energy like no other. And giving your skill set and talent a huge spark.

Transparency Matters to Us

For this role, you can expect a salary between $95,000-$115,000 annually, depending on experience. This is for a new vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain senior client and stakeholder relationships through effective communication and touchpoint strategies
• Design world class performance media strategies (social, search and programmatic) for top tier clients
• Proactively exceed performance targets through effective activation strategies, annual roadmaps, test and learn, and measurement frameworks
• Manage, train and develop a team of high‑performing individuals
• Co‑create, develop and iterate our National performance product partners effectively
• Seamless collaboration across cross‑functional teams
• Provide thought leadership on latest trends and media landscape
• Support on new business pitches and presentations

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading a team in a strategic and executional digital media environment, paid search, social and programmatic
• Strong understanding of digital privacy landscape, solutions and technology providers
• Experience working on national, large scale performance‑driven clients
• Experience working in regulated industries is an asset.
• Proven advanced understanding of SA360 / Google Ads, Bing, social platforms and their APIs, DSP and SSPs
• Experience working with Verification Partners (Viewability, Brand Safety etc)
• Experience working with Audience Data Strategies for clients
• Experience with Google suite, Google BigQuery, Google Cloud Platform, GA4
• Experience working with AI tools and technology
• Understanding of the role of SEO and AEO
• Strong understanding project management platforms such as Monday, Asana, Airtable
• Strong understanding of performance digital media workflows and processes
• Strong presentation skills required
• Driven by a curiosity of leveraging AI tools to advance our clients work and objectives.

What’s In It For You

• An innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individuality - with the best of colleagues, and the best of clients
• Hybrid work models and flexible hours, plus a work from anywhere policy for short‑term stays in other regions
• Generous Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 1 extra week over the holidays
• Agency summer days (exact policy differs per campus and agency)
• Modern, open co‑working spaces with coffee & snack bars, located in great city neighborhoods, close to shops and restaurants and easy access to public transport
• Dogs allowed, dedicated Play Room to support families and Private wellness room (in select offices)
• Team social events - holiday parties, seasonal gatherings, weekly happy hours, inspiring speakers and more!

We Value The ‘whole You’

• In‑house learning & development sessions and annual career and growth conversations’
• Access to internal network of opportunities across all agencies
• Internal EDI group(s), programs & initiatives across Plus Company and opportunities to be involved in employee resource group(s)

We are Obsessed with Learning and Being Better Humans

• In‑house learning & development sessions and annual career and growth conversations’
• Access to internal network of opportunities across all agencies
• Internal EDI group(s), programs & initiatives across Plus Company and opportunities to be involved in employee resource group(s)

We Invest in Your Health and Wellness

• Flexible benefits to support your individual lifestyle and life stage – with access to a personal wellness spending account you can use for a wide range of wellness expenses, including gym membership fees, pet care, education expenses, and much more!
• Comprehensive mental health support including access to a virtual mental health therapy clinic providing you with personalized therapist guided iCBT programs and live therapy, access to health clinicians 24/7, and a holistic array of other health and wellness resources to support you and your family.
• Dedicated play rooms for days you need to bring the kids and health and wellness rooms when you need a place to get grounded.
• A responsible sick & personal absence days policy designed so you don't have to worry the moment a personal obligation or emergency arises.
• Maternity leave top up program.

Creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Not only are these provisions protected by provincial and federal law, embracing difference is what makes Cossette Media what it is—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We pride ourselves in our inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the interview process to make it work for you, let us know.

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