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EssenceMediacom

Director Media (Mensch)

Location: Dusseldorf, Germany · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Director · Posted: October 23, 2026 · Verified: Oct 24, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This Director Media role takes strategic and operational responsibility for a major client account, leading a team of approximately 8 employees. The director drives media innovation in AI, data, and consumer experience, manages stakeholder relationships across Germany and Europe, and contributes to agency processes and culture. The role requires 6-8+ years of media strategy experience, strong leadership skills, and fluency in German and English.
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EssenceMediacom

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Global media agency for planning, buying, analytics and commerce.

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