Paid Media Director
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Posted: February 19, 2026
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At Jellyfish, we believe that our individual differences are our greatest assets. We are passionate about empowering every employee to reach their full potential and contribute their unique perspectives to our collaborative environment.
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Job Description
At Jellyfish we believe that our individual differences are our greatest assets. We are passionate about empowering every employee to reach their full potential and contribute their unique perspectives to our collaborative environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and firmly believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and leads to better solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other personal characteristics that make them who they are.
Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.
Job Description
We are looking for a highly motivated leader to join our global Paid Media team. At Jellyfish, the Paid Media department consists of team members with expertise in executing all forms of Paid Media campaigns including Programmatic, Search, Social, Connected TV (CTV), Digital Out of Home (DOOH), etc.
Responsibilities
• Provide support and collaborate with local and international teams
• Nurture positive, collaborative working relationships with clients, colleagues and third party suppliers
• Oversee a portfolio of digital campaigns and provide guidance and recommendations to paid media practitioners in order to hit and exceed client expectations and KPIs.
• Manage and monitor the production and presentation of client facing reports, studies and presentations to Jellyfish brand standards
• Collaborate with Media Strategy and Client Management teams to drive innovative solutions for our clients
• Achieve continuous improvement by proactively assessing Jellyfish’s working relationships, practices and methods
• Support the company's corporate culture including adhering to established ethical and brand standards
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of Jellyfish’s marketplace and the digital landscape, with particular emphasis on all new and emerging formats, technical solutions, and initiatives.
Qualifications
• Fluency in English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Structured and methodical working habits, with the ability to cope with competing demands and to effectively prioritize tasks
• Leadership of paid media department in conjunction with fellow Directors and VPs, effectively, ensuring that their individual performance is acceptable, and resulting in the achievement of team KPIs
• Taking ownership for the paid media team’s development needs, ensuring that each team member has a training and personal development plan with regular feedback sessions
• Ensuring that the performance and conduct of the paid media team is in line with Jellyfish business processes and procedures.
• Setting a professional example in behavior, attitude and results at all times.
• Upholding the company’s position and integrity at all time, particularly within the realms of confidentiality and discretion.
• An in-depth knowledge of the technologies and processes involved in running paid media campaigns including Demand Side Platforms (DSPs) like Display + Video 360 (DV360) and Google Ads.
• 8+ years’ experience in digital marketing paid media management
• Industry-recognized certifications for Google Ads, Campaign Manager 360, Display + Video 360, Search Ads 360, and Google Analytics
• Experience with Google Suite (Sheets, Slides, Docs)
Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.
Additional Information
Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.
👪 Family Support: We have an extended maternity leave of 6 months in total.
💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days.
📈 Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.
🏥 Health Insurance: We provide a private health insurance policy that includes visual and dental plan coverage.
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