McCann Manchester Limited is hiring : Media Planning Director in New York

Overview At MRM New York, we bring together data, strategy, creativity, and media to deliver connected experiences that drive meaningful results. As a globally recognized media marketing and advertising agency, we partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to craft campaigns that move people and grow business. We believe in collaboration, innovation, and empowering emerging talent to make an impact from day one.

MRM Media requires a blend of creativity, science, psychology, technology, and innovation. This role will allow you to apply your industry knowledge, passion, negotiation and relationship skills to build a unique approach to how our clients go to market, delivering best in class opportunities while maximizing value.

Responsibilities MRM is seeking an experienced and strategic Media Planning Director to lead integrated media planning and buying across a portfolio of key client accounts. This role will oversee full-funnel media strategies—spanning digital, social, programmatic, and traditional channels—and provide thought leadership, team guidance, and direct client counsel.

As a Media Planning Director, you will play a critical leadership role in connecting business goals to media outcomes, driving innovation in campaign execution, and mentoring a team of planners and supervisors. The ideal candidate brings deep channel expertise, strong client management skills, and a passion for delivering media that makes an impact.

In This Role, You Will :

Lead the development of holistic, data-informed media strategies aligned with client business objectives

Oversee media planning and execution across all channels, including digital, social, video, programmatic, and traditional media

Manage senior-level client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and strategic lead

Supervise and mentor a team of Media Supervisors, Planners, and Assistant Planners, ensuring high-quality work and team development

Collaborate closely with Strategy, Creative, Data, and Analytics teams to ensure integrated campaign delivery

Guide media budgeting, forecasting, pacing, and performance analysis across campaigns

Drive innovation through testing new media platforms, technologies, and partnership opportunities

Ensure flawless execution, accountability, and optimization of all media campaigns

Represent MRM in senior-level client meetings, internal reviews, and industry events

What We Are Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, Media, Communications, or related field

8+ years of experience in media strategy, planning, and buying, preferably within an agency environment

Deep knowledge of media channels, including digital, social, programmatic, and traditional formats

Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and mentoring talent

Exceptional client management and presentation skills; confident in high-stakes meetings

Proficient in media systems such as Prisma, MediaOcean, Google Ads, DSPs, and analytics platforms

Skilled in data-driven planning, forecasting, and performance evaluation

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and evolving agency environment

A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for media innovation and cultural relevance

About MRM MRM is a modern relationship marketing agency dedicated to building enduring brand relationships. MRM's specialized capabilities drive relationship lifetime value and span CRM, Customer Experience, and Commerce with Data and Martech at the core. MRM operates in a borderless, integrated way to enable greater collaboration, creativity, and true speed to market. MRM is part of McCann Worldgroup and the Interpublic Group of companies, with 35 offices across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.mrm.com.

At MRM, we value a culture in which all people are treated with dignity, fairness and respect. We’re committed to fostering a positive environment free from harassment and discrimination. We empower individuals to take action and be creative when solving problems. And we expect self-awareness and accountability from team members at all levels of the organization. This is much more than a statement – it’s in the act of living our daily lives.

The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $185,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current / former employees in the subject position; the associated discipline; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s / applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

At MRM, we help businesses grow meaningful relationships with people through the power of data, strategy, creativity, and technology.

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