Media Agency
UA have embedded themselves throughout the years in media agency recruitment helping agencies from the large scale networks all the way through to the up and coming growth focused independent agencies. No matter the location, we work on local, regional and global level.
If you're looking for a role, or looking to grow your team, the consultants here work closely with their network to identify the right opportunities.
WHERE CAN WE HELP?
Planning | Media Planning , Communications Planning & Media Strategy
Buying | Media Buying, Activation, Implementation & Reporting
Digital | Digital Performance, Display, Programmatic Buying & Video
Biddable | Paid Search (PPC), Paid Media, SEO & Content
Social | Content Strategy, Content Creation, Organic Social & Paid Social
Traditional | TV, Radio, OOH, Press & VoD
If you're looking for talent in any of these sectors whether it be agency leadership, client leadership, media planning or media buying, get in touch with a member of the team below for more detail.
SENIOR LEADERSHIP
Alex Swain | Juan Diego | Katie Holmes
MEDIA PLANNING & BUYING, COMMS PLANNING & STRATEGY
UK | Anastassia James, Emily Brown & Sam Tooke
USA | Rhydian Fairfax
APAC | Shanniz Irmana
Jobs in Media Agency
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Client Manager
Singapore
The Client Our client is a leading global Media Agency. Their strategy is driven by their unique culture with one vision, one set of values and a unique operating model which drives collaboration, client focus and attention. The RoleWe are looking for a future-proof Client Manager for one of the agencies's key accounts. It’s an exciting time as the business is venturing into new consumer segments and emerging markets. Looking to drive change across the region, over the past year we have been championing repeatable models, best practices and executing e-commerce related sprints. Created alongside the Digital Lead and Strategy Director, this implementation planner will take the lead in managing these digital-savvy projects across 8 markets. Beyond digital implementation, the implementation planner will also be supporting the Strategy Director on both annual and campaign recommendations. Experience and Qualifications Essential SkillsIn terms of experience, the main thing will be solid digital implementation skills (e.g. tagging, creating audiences on platforms) and an optimistic, determined attitude.
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International Sales Manager
Singapore
Ultimate Asset is working with a leading technology media company focusing mainly on media, marketing, and data services. With a wide range of product and services, they provide quality content and information to help audiences around the world make the best technology purchasing decisions!With a growing team in place, they are now on the lookout for an exceptional International Sales Director to drive revenue growth covering their integrated solutions and propositions such as content, digital, data and demand generation to clients direct in Asia.The role will also give you the opportunity to be involved in developing commercial strategy and identifying opportunities to further boost revenue and overall business and product growth within the company. A modern and progressive management team will ensure success is focused on client and staff success.Responsibilities: Grow digital media and services revenue by generating new business, working on in-bound leads and grow existing accounts within the regionConduct thought-leadership presentationsIdentify and close strategic up-selling opportunities by understanding core client business needs Requirements: 3 to 5 years of business development or sales experience in a B2B environment within the media and marketing industryProven stellar record of achieving sales targets and objectivesA strong network of connections with direct clients across Asia regionStrong understanding of the media landscape and a strong interest in technology If you have what it takes like the above-mentioned and would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, go ahead and click apply now!
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Media Sales Manager
New York City
THE COMPANYMy client is the one longest standing companies in the industry when it comes to Fashion, Food, and Celebrity Gossip. Originally a Magazine published that started in the Flash Mag Era, they have committed to Digital transformation over the last five years to service a new era in the audience over Display, Facebook, Instagram, and Mobile web consumers.My client has been bought on to run the US version, with over 100,000 monthly unique in the US alone, they are ready to have a team on the ground the monetize the advertising by partnering with agencies and brands.With a huge team in Europe, you will be reporting into the head of digital, selling Branded Content, Social, Display, and Programmatic solutions into the major media Agencies, and SSP's/Networks. With a fantastic tech stack in place, they are ready to replicate the success they had in Europe, here in NYC.That's correct:Tech stack sorted across Display, Social, Mobile, and Programmatic100,000 strong audience per month already existsGlobal brand deals to leverage as you sell.Ambitions to grow the team and have Ad ops, Account Managers, Campaign Managers, and further Salespeople in year 1.Keen to apply? thought so... if you want to know what experience we are after, KEEP READING! The Right Fit Minimum 4-6 years of proven experience in Media Sales in a Publishing, Adtech, or Media Agency Planner looking to switch.A good understanding of selling Branded Content, Social, Mobile, Display, or Programmatic is key to succeeding in this role!Experience in growing and leading Agency Sales Execs and Account ManagersIdeally, someone who has demonstrated successfully, the ability to grow or launch a Media company in the USA (Display and Social Advertising Preferred, not essential) A track record of signing new Media Agencies, Independent Agencies, and Trading Desk across the East and West Coast.A great network of contacts across Retail, Travel, and Finance, Ideally with the major Digital planning agencies and client-side marketing teams.Be a self-motivated and savvy tech bug, always in search of savvy solutions and ideas to improve our relationship with our clients.
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Monetization Policy Specialist
Singapore
My client is a leading social mobile platform that's gaining a major following worldwide! They are building out their Monetization Integrity team out here in APAC, with Singapore as the hub. This team will play a critical role in ensuring that safety for the brand and their user community. It will also be key in driving initiatives to mitigate risks relating to issues involving Ads and commerce and to enable advertiser quality on the platform.Job Description: Keep up-to-date with the current and latest advertising integrity system of the APAC region;Maintain close cooperation with Legal affairs, PR, GR, User community, etc.Formulate and update ads safety policies in different countries;Work closely with monetization product team, support launching and updating of products and ads safety policy;Establish best practices for ads safety procedure by updating, releasing, and managing ads safety policy;Work closely with ads integrity execution team and training team, ensure policy changes are conveyed and implemented timely.Job Requirements:3 to 5 years' experience in ads safety, understanding the formulation of ads safety policy, having working experience in well-known ads safety platform or outsourcing ads integrity team, and having background of legal affairs, advertising, or media is preferred;Excellent skills of communication, coordination, intercultural understanding, cross-team cooperation, and team management;Detail-oriented, patient and rigorous, principled and able to think in big-picture;Ability to travel for work
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Monetization Policy Lead, APAC
Singapore
My client is a leading social mobile platform that's gaining a major following worldwide! They are building out their Monetization Integrity team out here in APAC, with Singapore as the hub. This team will play a critical role in ensuring that safety for the brand and their user community. It will also be key in driving initiatives to mitigate risks relating to issues involving Ads and commerce and to enable advertiser quality on the platform. Your job will be to lead this team!Job Description: Localize market policies to align global policy framework with international guidelinesDevelop new advertising policies and enforcement criteria with cross-functional teams including Policy leaders, Sales, Product and LegalIdentify gaps and problem areas in policies and propose revisionsManage, mentor and develop the Monetization Integrity Hub across AsiaSupport advertising brand safety team by delivering training and conducting quality analysis to improve accuracy and efficiencyPartner with regional sellers directly to support campaigns from inception to conclusionEstablish early warning, prevention and control of advertising business and industry risks based on the brand safety requirements.Job Requirements: Bachelors degree in public policy, law or related fields5-8 years of experience in policy, policy enforcement, specifically regarding media/content monetization or equivalent professional experienceProven success in past leadership experience; good track record of building, leading a happy and performing teamPrevious experience working across multi-marketsStrong experience in online advertising regulations policies and risk managementGood relationship with regulation experts/regional government/ relative NGODeep understanding of the digital landscape and passionate about the product
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Head of Business Integrity, SEA
Singapore
My client is a leading social mobile platform that's gaining a major following worldwide!ResponsibilitiesBuild, develop and lead a regional team within the Monetization Integrity hubs in Asia;Own the strategic and operational relationships internally and with external partners;Define, launch and manage cross functional projects to ensure continued operational excellence;Working closely with Compliance, Legal, Product, Operations to understand the regional business environment and be the single point of contact for all monetization integrity related matters of the region;Act as a regional escalation aligning with all stakeholders to respond to emergency cases and provide suitable follow-up reports (root cause analysis and action plan);Drive Monetization Integrity programs to ensure applicable regional regulatory requirements are being met comprehensively;Monitor industry developments, and maintain advanced knowledge of new and amendments to laws and regulations, and ensure processes are in place to keep the business updated on such developments. Skills/RequirementsExperience crafting internal Ads policies or implementing safety features/products;Experience leading crisis management local government;Eager to shape a new space within a rapidly growing and changing tech company;Respect for other cultures and deep empathy for advertisers and users;Experience growing teams from scratch;7+ years in Monetization Integrity or Monetization management leadership position in a top technology firm or equivalent;Deep insights of product development workflows;High comfort with data analysis, capable of in-depth interpretation and insights extraction.
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Commercial Director
Yangon Region
My client is a leading digital marketing platform based out of Yangon, Myanmar, who helps drive results for both agencies and brands.They're currently looking for a Commercial Director to drive both direct and agency relationships, new and existing. This role will directly manage their current sales team, and report into the CEO. This is a unique and fun opportunity for anyone based anywhere in APAC, who's looking to bring their digital and sales expertise into a new market, and experiencing an exciting, brand-new up and coming market!ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain active relationships with stakeholders across mid-senior to senior levelsDevelop a strategic plan to achieve and exceed revenue targetsBe an advisor to clients across social media, programmatic, influencers, mobile and other digital marketing channelsManage and grow the sales team, looking after the team's revenue targetsMake recommendations around new tech products for partnerships, investment or developmentsReporting into senior management and ownership of P&LRequirementsExperience in digital marketingAgency contacts across the regionProven sales track recordEnthusiasm in trying out and succeeding in a new market!
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Digital Planning Supervisor
New York City
An international independent performance agency who continues to grow in the US are looking at adding a Supervisor to focus on Digital Planning.You will work alongside the Planning Director to develop and manage strategic performance campaigns for a variety of key clients.The team see themselves as an extension of the clients’ marketing team. You will be tasked to deliver on business growth for them and the agency by having in depth knowledge of the clients’ business challenges.Your profile:You will have 4-5 years’ media planning experience across digital channels (including mobile) within an media agenecy.Up-to-date and maintained knowledge of the ever-evolving digital media landscapeProven track record delivering on clients’ KPIsIn-depth understanding of digital strategy and how it is executed across display, search, social, mobile and growing channels such as connected TV.If you want to influence clients’ digital media strategy and communicate and manage relationships with media partners, then please apply online.
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Digital Buying Supervisor
New York City
An international independent performance agency who continues to grow in the US are looking at adding a Supervisor to focus on Digital Buying.You will work alongside the Buying Director to deliver scalable results for a mix of clients through an in-depth understanding of the digital media market.You will be responsible to exceeding campaigns goals, managing all stages of the media buying process from campaign set up to reporting and post campaign analysis.Your profile:4 years digital performance media experience at a media agencyProven and indepth understanding of the digital investment and how it is executed working with teams across programmatic, search and socialExperience with data visualization platforms such as Datorama or Libring a pluExperience with trafficking through Doubleclick Manager, or with any Mobile Measurement Platform.If you are curious and enthusiastic, with a passion for digital innovation, advertising, data and technology then please apply now demonstrating your experience and how your profile matches the above requirements.
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Senior Agency Sales Manager
San Francisco
THE COMPANY I am working with a business, Originally founded/Headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Their Misson? Very simple, They wanted to humanize the way in which brands communicated and collected data from their customer and then be able to transform the way the marketing teams used the data, once collected. Normally there is a trade-off between the two, but this Martech platform as experienced exponential growth and round of funding because they have been able to solve a pain point of the industry! They are a team of over 200 people representing 30 countries, with the ambition to become the largest customer data collection platform in the world. It's not often you get an opportunity to join a company that is out of the start-up phase, in the growth phase but needing your help! THE OPPORTUNITY AS a Senior Agency Sales Manager, You will be working with the Channel alliances partners to help with the Reseller model. The platform allows companies, marketing agencies, creative agencies, and organizations of all sizes, to white label the technology to collect data, feedback, and insights internally and externally. THE ROLE Present our client's solutions to key decision-makers within agencies and brands in order to increase the use of their services for both new and existing clients.Partner with internal support teams to ensure maximum levels of client-facing customer serviceBreak into new accounts and delve deeper within the existing client baseAttend industry events and follow-up with leads generated.You are a stellar sales performer through resourceful execution.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/WHO YOU ARE:Excellent understanding of agency dynamics, how they operate and how/what campaign buying and planning entailsMust have extensive contacts at top interactive agencies/brand advertisers (including media, operations, analytics) and have a strong knowledge of accounts, planning teams, and planning cyclesMust show accountability/ownership through every stage of client business: prospecting, presenting, negotiating, must have a real knack for customer serviceThe ability to create partnerships based on value and a talent for consultative selling is requiredStrong knowledge of online marketing techniques and technologies (platforms, DSPs, exchanges ect.)Proven ability to manage a pipeline and accurately forecast revenueAble to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to analyze and articulate data into a sales proposition a plusCollaborate with multiple internal support teams for smooth campaign executionExcellent presentation and communication skills, both in-person and over the phoneBachelors, or Master’s degree3-5+ years’ experience in internet media/technology salesProficient in MS Office and SalesforceThis role is only for the ambitious, unique and independent! If you want to build something - it's best to get in on the ground floor!
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Sales Manager
Ho Chi Minh City
Incredible opportunity to join a hot, up and coming mobile social media platform!My client, a video creation and sharing platform, are looking for a Sales Lead to join their brand new ad sales team in Ho Chi Minh City. You will be looking after the entire sales activities in Vietnam, reporting into the SEA Head of Sales based in Singapore. The role Manage the agency portfolio within the VN marketMaintain a sales pipeline for the business and drive revenue through new and existing relationships with media agenciesHelp clients achieve the best possible performance metricsAssess and build performance media approaches for each client, to fully leverage their ad solutions, creative approaches, and ad tech infrastructureRun accurate forecasting and client analysis for sales planningBuild attractive sales decks based on market trends and case studiesAttend weekly meetings/presentations with agencies to discuss client schedules Achieve/exceed individual as well as team sales goalsWork closely with product teams and all cross-functional teams to tailor solutions to clients needsSkillsExcellent track record of prospecting and selling advertising solutions in the digital media landscapeMinimum 5 years sales experience in online media Strong network within all the major advertising agencies Great knowledge of everything digital and have an understanding of online video University degree Experience in programmatic Fluent in English, Vietnamese a plus
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Sales Manager
Bangkok
Incredible opportunity to join a hot, up and coming mobile social media platform!My client, a video creation and sharing platform, are looking for a Sales Lead to join their brand new ad sales team in Thailand. You will be looking after the entire sales activities in Thailand, reporting into the SEA Head of Sales based in Singapore. The roleManage the agency portfolio within the Thailand marketMaintain a sales pipeline for the business and drive revenue through new and existing relationships with media agenciesHelp clients achieve the best possible performance metricsAssess and build performance media approaches for each client, to fully leverage their ad solutions, creative approaches, and ad tech infrastructureRun accurate forecasting and client analysis for sales planningBuild attractive sales decks based on market trends and case studiesAttend weekly meetings/presentations with agencies to discuss client schedules Achieve/exceed individual as well as team sales goalsWork closely with product teams and all cross-functional teams to tailor solutions to clients needsSkillsExcellent track record of prospecting and selling advertising solutions in the digital media landscapeMinimum 5 years sales experience in online media Strong network within all the major advertising agencies Great knowledge of everything digital and have an understanding of online video University degree Experience in programmatic Fluent Thai speaker
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SEA Agency Sales Director
Singapore
Incredible opportunity to join a hot, up and coming mobile social media platform!My client, a video creation and sharing platform, are looking for a Sales Director to join their brand new ad sales team in Singapore. You will be looking after the entire sales activities in SEA, with direct reports in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia.You will develop new relationships with media agencies and play a crucial role in bringing in revenue through new business.ResponsibilitiesDrive revenue through new and existing relationships with media agenciesHelp clients achieve the best possible performance metricsAssess and build performance media approaches for each client, to fully leverage their ad solutions, creative approaches, and ad tech infrastructureRun accurate forecasting and client analysis for sales planningBuild attractive sales decks based on market trends and case studiesAchieve/exceed individual as well as team sales goalsWork closely with product teams and all cross-functional teams to tailor solutions to clients needsRequirementsBA/BS degree10+ years of proven ad sales track recordExcellent understanding of digital media platforms and key metricsTeam management experienceStrong command English and local language communication skills, Chinese as a plusAbility to travel for business (post Corona, of course!)
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Senior Sales Manager
Singapore
I'm looking for an Account Manager for one of the fastest growing global DSPs! This role will look after the media agencies in Indonesia of all sizes, as well as direct e-commerce clients, out of their APAC HQ right here in Singapore.What you will do: Identify new sales opportunities and convert them into new accountsGenerate sales by handling all aspects of sales cycle from prospecting to closePartner with technical and sales teamsExecute customer communications via telephone or email, in line with standards and processesElevate client relationships at all business levelsCreate formal offers and present them to potential customersDeliver high levels of customer relationship management, satisfaction and interactionReport on the status of sales processes regarding both existing and potential customersDevelop professional and technical knowledge by attending training sessions Requirements:Fluent EnglishA minimum of 1 year sales or account management experience in a B2B settingStrong influence with exceptional negotiation and communication skillsUnderstanding of the online advertising industry, affiliate marketing and RTB model will be an asset
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Design Director - Global Boutique Branding Agency
Singapore
THE CLIENT The Client is a Global Boutique Branding Agency that stands for Best in class work and that has a proven track record of success across the globe.JOB DESCRIPTIONThe DD will create a proactive, actionable vision that can inspire & direct excellent creative execution. He or she is the connector between strategy and tactile execution from brief to project completion.RESPONSIBILITIESPartner with ECD in developing appropriate project plan, process and tools Know when to drive vision, while being flexible enough to recognize and elevate new ideas Deep understanding of all strategic tools and partners with the CS on consumer insights, competitive landscapes, IDC development, brand architectureBe a multi-category thought leaderLeads client-facing idea building sessions & demonstrate design leadership in collaborative brainstorms (e.g. ideas, sketches, positive team encouragement) in partnership with CS Leads the development of a new brand positioning (with all required components) & as well as the creation of new brand identity systems Confidently prepare & deliver brand, initiative or pitch presentations Brand ownership at a team and client level: responsible for all key decisions, ongoing brand development and all brand level conversations Provide inspiration and direction to encourage quality ideas and execution that delivers on brief objectives Encourages & demonstrates problem solving & design thinking to deliver quality solutions every time
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Digital Graphic Designer
Singapore
A European adtech company that focuses on delivering top-tier performance-based brand ad experiences are looking for their first Digital Graphic Designer to be based in their Singapore office.Being an integral role for the business, you sit within the creative team and will be responsible for the development of new formats and to create eye-catching visuals for their clients.This role has a regional scope and will work closely with the marketing team. You will have passion and enthusiasm for design, with a creative flair!Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design/Design and Visual Communications or come with creative backgroundMinimum 1 year of graphic design experienceExperienced in Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, AfterEffect…)Knowledge of web design, HTML, CSS and JavaScript
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Vice President Sales
New York City
Our client is one of the fastest growing Adtech companies and is rapidly expanding across America.Following their recent growth, they are now looking for a VP of Sales for the East Coast. You will focus selling to clients direct (therefore proven relationships is a must) whilst leading a team and helping the business to achieve their impressive growth targets. The role is based in their Manhattan office and they are also open to candidates who live elsewhere on the East Coast that can travel into the office regularly.You will lead a high performing team based across the East Coast. There is a strong expectation to meet and exceed your own targets whilst working with global stakeholders to help the business continue its expansion and winning well known large clients.ResponsibilitiesLead a team of dedicated salespeople; carry out detailed reporting and forecastingContribute to the creation and delivery of the sales strategy focused on winning new clients from key areas – E-commerce, retailMeet revenue targets through new business and regularly engage with senior stakeholders on overall progressOversee the creation and management of all sales supporting frameworks, operations and materialsStrategic account management – responsible for strategy around key accountsOversee the organization of sales team presence at worthwhile events and conferencesSupport sales team member’s projects when needed and build lasting relationships with senior stakeholders ExperienceA strong track record of extensive experience in direct sales of advertising solutions for eCommerce clientsExperienced across a wide variety of different sales methodologiesManaged high performing teams and successfully mentored individuals to successWell networked with large clients at a senior levelChampioned a consultative and strategic approach and sharing this ethos across your teamWorked in a client facing environment leading sales meetings and devising targeting strategiesAble to present and speak with media when neededAble to travel when needed – mostly US
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Media Planner/Buyer
Sydney
We are on the hunt for an experienced and passionate Planner Buyer Manager to join a leading agency working across one major banking client. This role will work across all offline channels with a focus on audience analysis, implementation planning and trading.THE COMPANYThe agency is the dedicated media community for a major Banking group. With collaboration at the heart of everything they do, they have developed a shared vision with the Banks marketing team.With a team of 50 specialists working across all paid, owned and earned channels using science & creativity to drive compelling, end to end media connections across the full ecosystem of channels.The agency is part of a major Global media group which offers endless career opportunities.THE OPPORTUNITYReporting to the Head of Trading. You will have a team of executives and coordinators reporting to you.The Planner Buyer Manager is the lead for offline planning and buying across their business unit, as well as managing the implementation of campaigns to market through their well-resourced team. The role has exposure to all aspects of offline media, including Television, Radio, Out of Home, and Cinema.It’s the perfect role for someone looking to develop their planning skillset, but who’s not prepared to let go of the dynamic world of investment. Additionally, the role offers plenty of client exposure, and is perfect for someone who wants to either maintain or improve their client facing skills. Our close working relationship with the Banks team also offers exposure to business units across the entire organisation, not just media.You will be completely dedicated to one client, meaning there are great opportunities to develop client relationships, as well as gaining exposure to their business beyond media. It’s a great agency to work! We are very well resourced, and they all have a very positive work-life balanceWHAT YOU HAVE NOW3+ years (local) experience who is keen to teach, train, nurture and can work in a dynamic environmentA passion for the media industry and a strong understanding of the media landscapeA keen interest in driving performance of your client’s businessA preference to collaboration and team-based workingKnowledge and use of media planning and implementation toolsGood relationships within the marketplace
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Global Operations Director
Portland
This is a role unlike any other. It’s the first of its kind for this media agency, for this client but also for this location. New York is the North American hub, and in some cases the global hub for many clients, however with this particular client (one of the biggest sports brands in the world) they’ve had their own agency team located near their global HQ on the west coast. They’re looking to add Global Operations Director to join this elite media team. This role requires an ambition to mobilize best practice, platform excellence and a global learning agenda. In addition, the role requires the ability to manage global partnerships; to push for innovation and ensure campaign activation is reflective of partner solutions on behalf of the client. This role places you at the heart of the action when it comes to data and operational excellence. You will need to have a vision for how to future proof the brand with regards to testing, tracking, measurement and general operations. You will need to be a connector of people, a collaborator and tenacious in your desire to do great work and with a positive attitude. You will be a world-class media agency professional, ideally with a record of success working on very innovative brands. If you feel this sounds like you and are keen to find out more than please reach out to discuss.
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Media Business Director
Dubai
THE CLIENT The Client is a Global Media Agency that stands for innovation and that has a proven track record of success across the globe. JOB DESCRIPTION We’re looking for a Media Business Director that will be capable of providing insights-driven media and measurement strategies, strengthening client & partner agency relationships and collaborating with cross-departmental teams. This is a role to work across the MENA region. RESPONSIBILITIES Leading by example in terms of attention to detail, general work ethic, empathy and internal/external professionalism Collaborate across disciplines, specifically planning and analytics, to craft best-in-class, holistic omnichannel media strategies rooted in driving tangible business outcomes for large brands Develop and deliver sophisticated media investment strategies to clients, derived from industry insights and best-in-class expertise and thought leadership Provide clear delegation of responsibilities across your organization and making expectations for success clear and concise Demonstrate the ability to navigate a portfolio of brands within a larger conglomerate or business group and gain a deep understanding of their unique company architectures to ultimately build the strongest holistic relationship possible EXPERIENCE Deeply familiar with the the Digital Performance Landscape Proven output rooted in highly strategic thinking that leveraged unique insights to drive success Examples of leaning into new/emerging platform opportunities to drive media innovation
