Who we are:

The Ad Council convenes creative storytellers to educate, unite and uplift audiences by opening hearts, inspiring action and accelerating change around the most pressing issues in America. Since the non-profit’s founding, the organization and its partners in advertising, media, marketing and tech have been behind some of the country’s most iconic social impact campaigns – Smokey Bear, A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Waste, Love Has No Labels, Tear the Paper Ceiling and many more. With a current focus on mental health, gun violence prevention, the opioid epidemic, skill-based hiring and other critical issues, the Ad Council’s national campaigns encompass advertising and media content, ground game and community efforts, trusted messenger and influencer engagement, and employer programs, among other innovative strategies to move the needle on the most important issues of the day.

Job Summary:

The Ad Council’s Media Team is looking for a Manager, Emerging Media & Technology (EMT), reporting to the VP, Emerging Media & Technology, who will play a key role in supporting the team’s emerging media & technology center of excellence. The Ad Council’s EMT team is focused on growing the Ad Council’s reach, brand relevance, and credibility in emerging spaces by experimenting with verticals including but not limited to Artificial Intelligence (AI), Immersive 3D Experiences, Blockchain/Web3, Robotics and other nascent media and technologies. The Manager, EMT will activate pre-vetted EMT projects to ensure Ad Council campaigns are driving the most impact in new and disruptive verticals. To help in these efforts, you will leverage the Ad Council’s external Emerging Media & Technology Committee, a collective of industry thought leaders across the industry who are pioneering innovation at their respective companies and help the Ad Council navigate these new frontiers.  This fast-paced position is perfect for a skilled project manager who is comfortable managing multiple projects at once, and has strong organizational instincts, written and oral communication skills.

The compensation for this position is within the range of $75,000 – $80,000 annually (based on experience level). The compensation package also includes an annual incentive, comprehensive benefit offerings, and generous paid time off.

What You’ll Do:

  • With direction and oversight from the VP, EMT, foster and cultivate deep, long-term relationships with emerging media and technology partners.
  • Plan and launch pre-vetted test & learn partnerships across viable verticals in the EMT ecosystem.
  • Provide post-activation reports to demonstrate the success of projects, which could include a public facing case study to be hosted in the EMT section of Ad Council’s partnership toolkit.
  • Provide research and landscape reviews to educate the EMT group about viable verticals or specific platform product offerings where partnerships can be implemented.
  • Assist with the management of the Ad Council’s Emerging Media & Technology Committee and its activities.
  • Participate in internal Ad Council taskforces and thought leadership focused on EMT topics and verticals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure visibility, transferability, and measurability of EMT activations.
    • Insights & Analytics for measurement to ensure all partnership data is inputted and tracked
    • Media Strategy & Engagement for partner handoff when scalable.
    • Manage operational duties for the team, consisting of but not limited to: managing calendars and scheduling meetings, setting meeting agendas, active listening and contributing, note-taking and email follow-up to partners, and participating in team brainstorm/ideation sessions
  • Develop materials and presentations for key partner meetings or internal purposes
  • Collaborate with campaign teams to deliver digital creative assets; this could include requesting asset resizes and getting approvals from sponsors and media partners
  • Occasionally attend EMT industry conferences and submit applications for industry awards

What you bring:

  • 3+ years of digital marketing experience at media or creative agencies
  • Familiarity of the media landscape and some experience in emerging media platforms and technologies such as immersive 3D spaces, Generative AI, Web3, Blockchain, spatial computing, robotics, etc.
  • Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally with colleagues within and outside AC’s Media department.
  • Skilled at project management; organized and detail-oriented with a capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously while thriving in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment.
  • Proactive and adept at taking ownership of projects with manager’s oversight.
  • Ability to multitask and successfully deliver simultaneous projects on-time and within budget.
  • Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and a positive attitude.
  • A genuine interest and passion for social causes, volunteering and/or philanthropy

Qualities of a standout candidate:

  • Self-driven
  • A strong enthusiasm for technology and innovation, and an eagerness to stay up to date on the latest trends.
  • Passion for social causes and/or philanthropy
  • Proficiency in working with tools like Salesforce, Smartsheet, Tableau, Microsoft Office, Box and Google Workspace
  • Exercise good judgment, operate with warmth, and have a ‘can do’ solution-oriented mindset.

What you’ll get:

All full-time Ad Council employees are eligible for:

  • Full remote work arrangements; Robust and flexible time off; Parental/Caregiver leave; “Health” days.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans; Health and Flexible Savings benefit; Reimbursement toward health and wellness expenses; Additional insurances for your spouse/children/pets.
  • Participation in the Ad Council 403(b) Retirement Plan with generous annual company contributions.
  • Professional and skill-based development opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement.

 

What we’re committed to:

At the Ad Council, we value and celebrate the unique characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. Diversity is the foundation of our work and allows us to reimagine how we reach our audiences. It is not simply our belief, but our duty, to cultivate a team that is representative of the American people. Only then can we drive true, measurable, and life-changing impact on the most important issues facing our country today.

The Ad Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected status.

The Ad Council invites all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below.

How to reach us:

To apply online: https://www.adcouncil.org/join-our-team

Email: (careers@adcouncil.org)

Fax (212) 922-1676

or

Ad Council

Attn: People Operations Team

815 2nd Avenue, 9th Floor

New York, NY 10017

 

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