Darkroom logo
    D

    Managing Director, Paid Media

    Darkroom
    New York
    Remote
    Director
    Full Time
    about 1 month ago
    paid mediaDTCeCommerceMeta expertgrowth marketingleadershipNew York

    Requirements

    • 10+ years in paid media and growth marketing with 7+ years in DTC/eCommerce
    • Proven Meta expert managing $10M+ monthly spend and scaling eCommerce brands across Beauty, CPG, Apparel, and Skincare
    • Deep understanding of media measurement, MMM/MTA, and latest Meta and platform updates
    • Prior experience leading media teams within top-tier agencies or scaling internal brand media functions
    • Mastery of the DTC P&L, contribution margin, and how traffic, CPM, CVR, and AOV interact to drive growth
    • Strategic yet deeply operational capable of designing a growth playbook and managing execution down to the platform level
    • Strong understanding of creative strategy and testing within Meta and how creative and media integrate for compounding performance
    • High EQ, low ego leader who thrives in fast-paced, client-facing, data-driven environments
    • Based in New York City with deep relationships and network within the digital performance ecosystem
    • U.S. work authorization

    What You'll Do

    • Own media strategy across Meta, Google, TikTok, AppLovin, and emerging platforms with deep expertise in Meta performance, creative strategy, and measurement
    • Build and scale client P&Ls for DTC and omni-channel brands; model pro forma revenue, margin, and contribution scenarios
    • Develop innovative full-funnel growth strategies grounded in data, creative diversity, and performance insights
    • Partner with data and analytics teams to implement MMM, MTA, and in-platform attribution models; communicate insights clearly to clients and executives
    • Oversee client onboarding and ongoing strategy audits; ensure media plans ladder to profitable growth and scalable CAC/LTV dynamics
    • Lead monthly executive reviews with client leadership to assess performance, forecast growth, and ensure alignment across marketing and finance teams
    • Serve as the primary escalation point for client and internal challenges; operate as the accountable owner of performance and client satisfaction
    • Lead and scale a best-in-class Paid Media Department including Media Directors, Strategists, and Paid Social/Search Managers
    • Establish operational frameworks, workflows, and training systems to standardize excellence across all client accounts
    • Directly manage 10+ team members ensuring strong KPI accountability, time allocation, and client success metrics
    • Partner with Recruiting to hire elite media talent with a DTC and Meta-first mindset
    • Conduct quarterly reviews and establish growth plans that align with both individual and departmental goals
    • Build a culture of curiosity, testing, and accountability that attracts the most capable paid media minds in the industry
    • Oversee department-wide budgets, staffing, and financial performance ensuring efficient resource allocation and sustainable margins
    • Partner with Finance to own ad spend reporting, forecasting, and revenue contribution models
    • Collaborate with the CEO to refine service models, improve margin, and reduce churn through operational excellence and client success
    • Lead the creation of a unified reporting and mission control dashboard that visualizes performance, health, and growth across all client accounts

    Benefits

    • Generous paid time off policy for work-life balance
    • Remote-first culture with hubs in Bay Area, New York, Philly, Lisbon, Sao Paulo, and Barcelona
    • Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits
    • Generous quarterly bonuses customized to role
    • Robust 401k program with company match, equity incentives, and profit-sharing after one year
    • Endless opportunities for growth through interdisciplinary approach and cross-functional collaboration
    • Flexible parental leave benefits

    About Darkroom

    Darkroom is a vertically integrated digital agency pioneering the next generation of consumer-facing brands.

    Los Angeles, CA, US
    10 - 50
    Advertising & Marketing