Director, Planning - Temporary Worker

Job Description:

• *TEMP ROLE**

• *ASAP-9/30** • *W2 Dentsu Payroll Only** • *REMOTE** • *Must be US based** Carat, a dentsu company, has 10,000 professionals across 120 offices in 51 markets globally, and partners with some of the world’s most iconic brands, including General Motors, Heineken, Kraft Heinz, Kellogg’s, MasterCard, Vodafone, IKEA, Microsoft, and P&G, among others. Carat pioneers the future of media by focusing on consumer empathy and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, advocating for people, businesses, and society in everything they do. For scaled brands, Carat is the trusted partner to accelerate growth and lead the way in modern media. We are looking for a Temporary, Director, Planning to support one of our largest clients. Reporting to the SVP, Planning, you will be tasked with setting the working style for the group and leading the strategic direction. In this position you will be an expert on the client's business and a leader on the account both internally and to the client. You Will:

• Be accountable for media plan output timeliness, accuracy, and overall excellence
• Play an integral role in the collection and evaluation of syndicated consumer and media consumption information and play a contributing role in the creation of the communications plans
• Serve as the comprehensive specialist in existing and emerging media opportunities (thorough awareness of available media and marketing services suppliers) that would be relevant to the client and ensure that opportunities within them are presented and communicated effectively.
• Oversee the consistent reporting of competitive market/media information, including business insights that can inform media as well as broader marketing actions.
• Serve as a facilitating contact point for client when media issues are discussed
• Lead the process of strategic media planning/execution and serve as a resource for supervisors, planners and assistants for advice and counsel

You Have:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7+ years of communications/media planning experience
• Proven leadership ability – experience managing a team of planners & supervisors
• Exceptional knowledge of digital media

The hourly pay range for this position is $45.19-$73.25. The hourly pay rate for the successful candidate is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. Temporary employees are eligible for paid holidays in accordance with dentsu policy, as well as safe and sick time. This position is not eligible for any other benefits or other compensation. To begin the application process, please click on the "Apply" button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps. Location: USA - Remote - CaliforniaBrand: Carat Time Type: Full timeContract Type: Temporary Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with us, please send an e-mail to [email protected] by clicking on the link to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. We are here to support you. Apply tot his job