Digital Associate Director

Digital Associate Director, Carat

Carat, part of the dentsu network, is the world's first media agency-and 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.

Job Summary

The Digital Associate Director will oversee digital media strategy, ensuring that campaigns connect data, technology, and creativity to deliver meaningful performance results. You'll lead cross-platform teams to design digital ecosystems that engage audiences and drive growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee digital strategies across paid, owned, and earned channels.
• Lead a team of digital specialists across search, social, and programmatic.
• Ensure performance frameworks and optimization processes are data-driven.
• Partner with analytics and creative teams to deliver cohesive digital experiences.
• Manage senior client relationships and present data-led strategic recommendations.
• Stay ahead of digital innovations, platform updates, and measurement models.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in digital media strategy or performance marketing.
• Proven leadership experience managing cross-disciplinary digital teams.
• Deep knowledge of paid social, programmatic, and search platforms.
• Strong data interpretation and presentation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and commercial acumen.

Additional information

Dentsu is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, gender identity, race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disabilities, or any other protected basis because we believe the best and brightest come from all walks of life. We aspire to foster a community in which diversity is valued in both our employees and our ideas.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology and Marketing

Industries: Advertising Services, Technology, Information and Media, and Design Services