Associate Media Director

About Carat

Carat, part of the dentsu network, is the world's first media agencyand today partners with some of the most storied and innovative brands globally. Built on the principle of Designing for People, Carat uses deep human understanding, data, and creativity to craft media strategies that drive both connection and growth.

At Carat, people are encouraged to challenge conventions and harness creativity while shaping the future of media for leading brands worldwide.

About the Role

We are looking for an Associate Media Director to lead strategic media planning and oversee the delivery of integrated, insight-driven media solutions across key client portfolios. This role combines strategic thinking, analytical depth, and cross-channel expertise to drive measurable business growth. You will act as a senior client partner, lead multi-disciplinary collaboration, and elevate the quality of media planning across your team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead media strategy development and ensure alignment with client business objectives.
• Oversee multi-channel planning, activation, and performance optimization across digital and offline media.
• Collaborate with strategy, analytics, and creative teams to deliver integrated communication solutions.
• Build and manage senior client relationships and operate as a trusted strategic advisor.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop media planners and managers, ensuring operational excellence and high-quality output.
• Contribute to new business pitches, internal initiatives, and thought leadership development.
• Analyze market trends, category dynamics, and audience insights to inform planning and strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• 1012 years of experience in media planning, strategy, or integrated communications (agency experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of cross-channel media ecosystems, measurement methodologies, and planning frameworks.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing large clients and multi-market portfolios.
• Strong analytical and strategic storytelling skills with the ability to simplify complex insights.
• Proficiency in media planning tools, analytics platforms, and data visualization solutions.
• Excellent communication, client management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Working with us

Joining dentsu international, you'll join a team of 70,000 people. It's an opportunity to produce career-defining work. Along the way, you'll team up with inspiring colleagues and encounter a richness of clients, cultures and experiences. We offer exciting challenges, memorable experiences and opportunities to shape your future.

Inclusion and Diversity

We're proud to be different and that starts with our people. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We won't define people by their race, gender, sexual-orientation, age or disability. Individuality is what makes us great, we want everyone to bring their full self to work and create something amazing. That's what we care about.

So, whether you're joining us, or looking to move to a different part of the business, we work hard to make sure we create equal opportunities for everyone.

We're looking for curious minds and bold thinkers who are ready to grow and make a difference. If that's you, apply now and let's shape the future together at dentsu.