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Wavemaker

Associate Account Director

Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Director · Posted: June 23, 2026 · Verified: Nov 2, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This role develops and leads innovative, cost-effective communication strategies that align with client objectives and ensure account profitability. The Associate Director combines strategic vision with operational leadership, fostering collaboration across teams, mentoring Account Managers and Executives, and building strong client relationships. Requires 5+ years of media planning or marketing strategy experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role, with strong knowledge of digital platforms like Meta Ads Manager and Google Ads.
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Global media agency for planning, buying and optimisation.

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