Associate Director, Digital Media

Role overview

This opportunity is for an Associate Director, Digital Media with a partner organization that will handle applications and the subsequent hiring stages. The role is based in Saudi Arabia and is designed for a senior digital media leader who can drive performance-led strategy for restaurant and multi-location retail brands.

You will own the direction and execution of paid media across multiple channels, including Meta, Google, TikTok, Connected TV, and programmatic DSPs. The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on oversight, including people management, client collaboration, and data-driven optimization. Success in this position depends on the ability to turn complex campaign data into clear recommendations, persuasive narratives, and measurable business results.

The environment is fast-moving, collaborative, and heavily focused on analytics, experimentation, and continuous improvement. It is a remote-friendly position that suits someone who enjoys autonomy, high ownership, and constant learning.

Key accountabilities

• Direct the planning, launch, and ongoing optimization of multi-channel digital media programs across Meta Ads, Google Ads, TikTok, Connected TV, and programmatic DSP platforms.
• Guide, coach, and manage a team of 2 to 3 digital media buyers, ensuring strong performance and day-to-day support.
• Monitor execution across several client accounts, with close attention to tracking accuracy, budget flow, and optimization at scale.
• Work in partnership with clients, brand managers, analytics specialists, creative teams, and media planners to deliver integrated campaign execution.
• Convert performance data into practical insights, recommendations, and strategic direction for both clients and internal teams.
• Create and present detailed reports and presentations that use data storytelling to explain outcomes and identify growth opportunities.
• Regularly test, refine, and evolve media strategies based on trends, learnings, and platform changes.
• Make sure campaign execution stays aligned with broader business goals and client objectives.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in digital media buying and performance marketing across Meta, Google Ads, and programmatic or CTV platforms such as DV360, The Trade Desk, and Basis.
• Experience handling large monthly media budgets, typically at or above $500K, across multiple brands or accounts.
• Strong working knowledge of tracking and measurement tools, including Google Tag Manager and conversion tracking setups.
• Ability to build dashboards and performance reports using tools such as Google Data Studio or Looker Studio.
• Proven track record of leading and developing media buying or performance marketing teams.
• Excellent analytical ability, with a skill for turning raw data into clear business insights and compelling stories.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, especially in client-facing discussions.
• Self-driven mindset and comfort working independently in a fast-paced remote environment.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage several campaigns and priorities at once.
• Experience in restaurant, hospitality, or multi-location retail marketing will be considered an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive pay that reflects experience and the level of leadership required.
• Fully remote setup with flexibility in where you work.
• Chance to lead large-scale, high-impact digital media campaigns across major platforms.
• A leadership role with direct responsibility for mentoring and developing a media buying team.
• Exposure to a range of fast-growing clients in restaurant and multi-location retail sectors.
• A collaborative culture centered on performance, experimentation, learning, and innovation.
• High autonomy with limited bureaucracy and strong ownership of outcomes.
• Ongoing learning opportunities to deepen expertise in advanced media technologies and platforms.

Additional information

This role is managed through a partner company that oversees applications and all next steps in the hiring process. Selection is supported by an AI-based matching process that helps identify candidates whose profiles align with the role’s core requirements. Shortlisted profiles are shared with the hiring company, while the final hiring decisions, interviews, and assessments are handled internally by their team.

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AI tools may be used during parts of the recruitment process to assist with resume review, response analysis, and consistency checks. These tools support the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment, and all final hiring decisions are made by people. For more information about how your information is handled, you may contact the hiring team directly.