Job Description

Who We Are  

Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client serviceRenowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune,AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging.

At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed,safeand empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspectiveallowsus to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.

Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.

WhatYou’llDo
The VP,Integrated Investmentis an expert in digital marketing andbuying across all digital channels and is a thought leader on emerging practices.   They should be highly visibleand a representation (both internally and externally) of the best HMI has to offer,providingagencyPOVsand providing clients with thought leadership onthe latest, most relevant topicsThe VP’s core responsibility is to ensure excellent relationships aremaintainedbetween clients, internal agency contacts, and external agency partnersThey also lead departmental projectsandrepresent the agency at industry events, providing learningsand actionabletakeaways back tothe agencyIn this role, you mustmaintainbalanced work structures and staff resources while building a high-performing team.The VPisexpected to lean-in to new businessandparticipatein RFI submissions and pitch work.

AccountManagement- 60%

• Maintain a positive and efficient relationship with clients, internal agency contacts, and external agency partners

• A thorough understanding of theintegratedmedia landscape;linear,video, audio, social, SEM, SEO, mobile, programmatic, connected TV, gaming, augmented reality, Affiliate, Influencer, and Analytics

• Management of multiple accounts/ teams.  Strong skills as a manager with the ability to mentor, coach, and support.  Encourage an environment of collaboration and entrepreneurship

• Guide clients and internal teams in education of evolving concepts andintegratedexecutions within the industry, acting as trusted and sought out resource for clients and agency team members

• Lead Performance Coach process byidentifyingoverall team goals and ensuring individual team goals cascade.  Optimizeresource management

• Track and ensure ALL client savings goals are achieved

Department Responsibilities- 25%

• Advocate for HMI initiatives/ resourcesi.e.Analytics team, HX, Where/Why teams, etc.

• Lead departmental projects,which include but are not limitedtoagency deals, POVs, process creation, etc.

• Support fellow HMI digital leadership by sharingknowledgei.e.case studies, process, etc.

• Participation/ attendance at industry conferences, speaking events, and committees

• Lead submission for awards

New Business- 15%

• Actively involved in written RFI responses and case studies

• Lead/participatein new business pitches

Who You Are 

• A strong writer,presenterand communicator, who can communicate complex ideas with ease

• A strong teamleader with people management skills

• A self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively to bring ideas to completion

• A calculated risk taker with the foresight to understand implications

• Innately curious, with a hunger for proactive and creative problem solving

• Comfortable providing and receiving constructive feedback and opportunities for growth

• Confident in navigating conversations with senior leadership internally and externally

• Nimble and flexible with ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment

• Proficient with marketing principles, problem solving, data and analytics

• Well versed in communicating with and presenting to clients regularly

• Able to thrive under pressure, driving success in deadline driven environments

• Process and detail orientedwith theability to pivot and embrace change

• Fluentin thebenefits of leading tech and data stack offerings

• Well versed in brand safety across all platforms

• An advocate for and supporter of Diversity,Equityand Inclusion

Preferred Skills & Experience 

• 10+ years of experience developing strategic media recommendations and stewarding digital media account projects, acting as a client contact

• Clear understanding of building brands and driving acquisition, and how they connect

• Extensive experience leadingdirect client interactionand relationships

• Previousexperience working in a cross-functionalcapacity, liaising with Account Management leadership

• Experienced buyer oflinear television and CTV

• Well-versed in today’s privacy landscape, includingthe use of established and emergingcookielesssolutions to reach consumers

• Knowledgeable inDMPCDPs; experience working withagency data platforms

• Expert in negotiating and constructing digital media plans, with understanding of planning,buyingand activation

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; able to confidently present and “sell through” ideas

• Strong experience and principles navigating cross-department relationships

• Leadership and supervisory experience in terms of developing media professionals, including strategic and people managementskills

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations 
There are no requirements for certificates,licensesand registrations

Physical Activity and Work Environment

There are no requirements for physical activity and work environment

The statementshereinare intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skillsrequired ofpersonnel so classified. Furthermore, they do notestablisha contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Salary Range

$165,000.00 - $220,000.00

A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual’s skill sets, experience, training, education, licensure/certifications, and qualifications for the role. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach.We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.