Media Director, Influencer

Oxford Road

. Set strategic direction for the YouTube & Social media buying team .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in media buying and planning, with a strong focus on creator media and emerging platforms. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, drive business growth, and optimize campaign performance through data-driven insights.

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Media Buying ExpertiseLeadership in Media PlanningAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Media BuyingMedia PlanningCampaign OptimizationData AnalysisBudget ManagementPerformance MetricsNegotiation FrameworksStrategic Proposal DevelopmentInfluencer Media PlanningClient Portfolio Management

Soft Skills

Outstanding CommunicationStrategic ThinkingTeam LeadershipMentoringProactive Communication

Tools & Technologies

Media Buying PlatformsAnalytics ToolsBuying ToolsWorkflow Management SoftwarePerformance Data Tools

Industry Keywords

Social Media BuyingCreator MediaClient Budget AllocationVendor ManagementCompliance Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set strategic direction for the YouTube & Social media buying team
Drive business growth and ensure excellence in execution across client accounts
Partner with the SVP of Media as the operational right hand
Oversee influencer media planning, buying, and execution
Maintain expertise in buying tools and platforms and improve processes and workflows
Develop buying guides, negotiation frameworks, and standards of practice
Retain select buying responsibilities for high-priority clients
Troubleshoot performance issues and optimize campaigns
Lead new business pitches and build strategic proposals
Oversee client budget allocation, testing roadmaps, and media strategy execution
Lead onboarding of new clients
Evaluate new media opportunities and develop points of view
Build relationships with creators, networks, and agencies
Lead weekly team meetings and mentor senior buyers and the broader team
Hire, train, and develop senior buyers, media buyers, associate buyers, and coordinators
Own workflow, account assignments, and capacity planning with the SVP
Foster accountability, proactive communication, and continuous improvement
Serve as senior point of contact for high-priority clients and vendor partners
Lead preparation for vendor meetings and QBRs
Act as primary escalation point for client, vendor, and compliance issues
Partner with compliance and media operations to enforce agency protocols
Leverage data insights for network-partner strategy and portfolio decision-making
Monitor platform changes, algorithm shifts, monetization formats, AI platforms, and competitive threats
Represent Oxford Road at industry conferences and panels
Contribute to Oxford Road’s newsletter, podcast, and summit as a practitioner voice

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in media buying or media planning
At least 3 years in a senior leadership role
Proven track record of driving business growth, managing large client portfolios, and leading high-performing teams
Deep expertise in creator media buying and a strong understanding of the broader media landscape and emerging platforms
Experience managing multi-level media teams
Negotiation instincts and market relationships to consistently deliver best-in-market rates
Proven ability to lead through change in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical skills and ability to make defensible recommendations from performance data
Expertise in media buying platforms, analytics tools, and relevant software
Outstanding communication, presentation, and strategic thinking abilities
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Must be based in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work in the United States
Willingness to travel up to 25% for industry events, key client meetings, new business pitches, and company-hosted activities