All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying. What to Know Lead a team of digital ad experts and contribute to campaigns that drive positive change in the world. You will manage and mentor staff and oversee the development and implementation of paid media strategies across clients ranging from nonprofits to advocacy groups to political campaigns. As a key partner to other business and craft leaders at Blue State, you'll shape the work we do as an agency for our people and our clients. If you want to mentor and grow a team of passionate individuals while contributing to groundbreaking campaigns that inspire and affect change, then this could be the role for you. We'd like to hear from you if you're an experienced manager and team leader with working knowledge of most digital media platforms and a knack for process. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Company Blue State is a purpose-driven agency. We partner with leading causes, brands, and campaigns to create real change. From Google and UNICEF to Amnesty International and Oxfam, we transform how brands and causes raise money, influence policy, build platforms, and grow communities of supporters. Led by creative and analytical minds from the political, nonprofit, and brand worlds, Blue State is an independent agency with 150+ employees in the US and London. A Day in the Life Shape and standardize our offerings across capabilities – fundraising, mobilization, campaigns, and customer engagement. Scale our operation through new talent, infrastructure, and platforms/partners. Set expectations with media and project teams for deliverables, quality, and skill sets required. Guide clients at a high level as they build out their organization and programs for sustainable growth. Oversee a portfolio of key partners with accountability for program performance and client satisfaction. Lead business development opportunities, shaping responses to client challenges, driving upsell opportunities, and differentiating us from other agencies. Identify new markets and experiment with approaches for paid media, especially integrating TV with digital. Oversee, mentor, and train staff to ensure high-quality media program execution. Identify processes, templates, and tools to improve team efficiency and output. Foster collaboration between Media Teams and other departments to strengthen deliverables. Build team culture and camaraderie. Inspire others to do their best work. The Team As a leader of our global Paid Media practice, you'll work closely with colleagues across disciplines to advance agency practices and lead paid media teams across offices. Our team is passionate, geeky, and dedicated to achieving impactful results for causes we believe in. What We Offer Unlimited time-off (sick, personal, vacation) $1,250 annually for professional development Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Inclusive family planning benefits Flexible and health savings accounts 401K with employer match Generous paid holidays 12-week fully-paid parental leave Short- and long-term insurance Pre-tax commuter benefits Remote work flexibility We operate on a hybrid model. US staff near NY or DC are encouraged to work on-site; managers may require in-person attendance as needed. The salary range is $130,000-$150,000, commensurate with experience. Qualifications 8+ years experience Expertise in paid media platforms (Facebook, Google Ads, DSPs, etc.) Experience managing paid media campaigns for acquisition, awareness, persuasion Knowledge of political campaign media, managing multi-million dollar budgets preferred Experience leading media teams of planners and buyers Familiarity with emerging media platforms (TikTok, CTV/OTT, podcasts) Experience with digital research tools (Global Web Index, Statista) Strong audience segmentation and data analysis skills Excellent communication and presentation skills Experience developing and reporting on campaign metrics and KPIs Strategic and tactical thinking Adaptability, problem-solving, teamwork Relationship-building skills Passion for social change and innovation Inclusion and Accessibility We encourage applicants from underrepresented communities. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, contact us at recruiting@bluestate.co with the subject 'Accommodation Request'. Your privacy is important. More information is available in our Privacy Policy for Recruitment.

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