Chicago, Illinois, USA
7 days ago
Associate Content Director
Company description Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris [FR0000130577] and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe’s tools and expertise around the world through the mantra "The Power of One." Overview Publicis is the Networked Experience Agency, built on the vision that we create magnetic experiences that earn the right for brands to exist in human networks. Today, and tomorrow. We deliver Networked Experiences by leveraging comprehensive data, technology, creative, media and strategy capabilities. Publicis delivers ambitious outcomes via unique solutions that include Creative Experiences, Integrated Media, Addressable Relationships, Social Marketing and Total Commerce. Celebrated by Ad Age as Data and Insights Agency of the Year, U.S Campaign’s Brand Experience Agency of the Year, Media Network of the Year and celebrated by Forrester and Gartner, Digitas serves the world’s leading brands through a global network comprised of more than 5,500 employees across over 65 offices in 43 countries. Responsibilities Content Strategy: Translate client objectives into exceptional strategies. Develop programs that effectively communicate a client’s value proposition. Help brands figure out the role of content in the marketing mix and the consumer decision journey, how and why to invest, and how to measure return on investment. Content Origination: Find and develop stories to tell across all media like video, podcasts, articles, infographics. Work with and manage creative/editorial resources to develop original content. Ensure quality and performance of content created by outside partners/people. Manage and/or oversee content program execution. Media Content Co-Creation: Collaborate with Media colleagues to build strategic campaign plans, communicate recommendations, and deliver innovative solutions to client challenges. Lead ideation sessions, manage partner production and execution of content. Partnerships: Develop and nurture key content partnerships throughout the entire value chain of content. Manage the RFP process for brand content programs when required. Program Execution: Manage and/or oversee content program execution, from pitch process to activation to reporting. Talent Strategy: Assist in the creation and execution of talent-driven influencer strategies. Content Analysis: Collaborate with Data & Analytics colleagues to interpret campaign results and highlight key learnings; translate those learnings into actionable recommendations that further improve upon the brand or campaign strategy. Client Relationships: Build trust with clients and further develop the business long-term. You will often be the sole client-facing representative of our practice on an account, serving as a subject matter expert on all things Content. New Business: Serve as a key leader on new business pitches across clients and categories to grow both the Content practice and Publicis at large Organic Business: Spark new content demand with existing lines of business and sell content offering Thought Leadership: Develop and help lead content thought leadership sessions, Share your POVs and perspectives about content to the marketplace, news organizations, trade shows, etc. Qualifications 6+ years of content experience at either an agency (i.e. Branded Entertainment Division), a media company (i.e. Brand Studio or creative shop) or working in a content group at a best-in-class storytelling production company. An understanding of media planning, distribution, and syndication of content. A track record of working on innovative, content-heavy media programs. Experience with brand-building is a plus. Ability and willingness to develop relationships and work with a wide array of external partners in content development, production and measurement, video distribution, seeding, and social media Candidate should have a finger on the pulse of what’s happening in content, what’s winning awards, the trends/best practices we should be implementing. Must be curious about new technologies, new content solutions, changes in the social media landscape, etc. Mastery of research tools that surface audience insights and landscape trends (e.g. GWI, comScore, MRI, Tubular) Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to integrate across cross-functional teams Client-facing track record Committed to flawless execution The ideal candidate also will have: Digital marketing experience with brands in the CPG or retail sectors Sports partnerships and/or sports co-marketing experience Physical production experience Proficiency in Excel, Prisma, comScore, Google Campaign Manager Basic working knowledge of at least one major design/editing tool such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, or Premiere Pro Got what it takes? We’d love to hear from you. Additional information Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Range: $105,165.00 - $151,095.00. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be August 2025.
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