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Associate Director, Media Strategy
The Associate Director of Media Strategy leads key strategy and planning workstreams on one of Monks' most important client relationships. The role owns deliverables end‑to‑end and serves as a trusted day‑to‑day client contact.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead day‑to‑day point of contact with media client stakeholders.

Develop go‑to‑market strategies and integrated, full‑funnel media plans informed by consumer and industry insights with a laser focus on outcomes.

Lead briefings, brainstorms, presentations and reporting calls to represent and support the team.

Prepare executive‑level deliverables on performance, strategic POVs and competitive analysis.

Analyze data, craft insights and make recommendations internally and externally in deck form.

Use AI‑enabled tools to accelerate research, insight generation, plan development and reporting.

Maintain executional and performance excellence through ongoing collaboration with Activation, Investment and Data & Measurement teams.

Establish relationships with platform partners to stay current on offerings and maximize media value.

Track and manage the client scorecard to ensure the team is set up to hit performance goals.





Lead and manage 1–3 direct reports; regularly meet to establish priorities and offer guidance and feedback.

Qualifications

7+ years of industry experience focused on media strategy, planning and client service.

Proficient in media strategy across digital direct, programmatic, social, search and brand/offline channels.

Ability to craft compelling, data‑driven narratives for client deliverables.

Experience with syndicated planning and competitive insight tools (e.g., Comscore, GWI, Pathmatics, Nielsen).

Comfortable adopting AI‑enabled tools and helping the team work smarter.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; desire to grow as a leader and mentor.

BA or equivalent with emphasis on marketing, advertising or business.

About You
Eager to forge long‑term client partnerships built on mutual trust and fueled by ongoing performance.

Work Workplace & Benefits
This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance from one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week, in accordance with company policy.

Salary Range: $137,000—$167,000 CAD.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people, embracing diversity in all respects.

At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where diverse perspectives can thrive. We proactively design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion, and we welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

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📌 Associate Director, Media Strategy (British Columbia)
🏢 Monks
📍 British Columbia