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At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life-threatening illnesses worldwide. Are you a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of media, data, and technology? Join Gilead as Director of Digital Strategy, where you’ll shape personalized engagement for consumers, patients, and HCPs.
As the primary strategic advisor to US brand teams, you’ll serve as the main liaison between brand objectives and digital capabilities—ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment. This role demands exceptional communication, influence, and storytelling skills to translate business goals into impactful digital solutions.
The preferred work location for this position is Foster City, CA, with Parsippany, NJ as an alternative. Candidates residing in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this role and candidates should reside in either Foster City, CA or Parisppany NJ area.
What You Bring
- Passion for creating meaningful, customer-centric digital strategies
- Journey design mindset that has experience stitching together omnichannel experiences
- Deep expertise in media, data, and clean room environments
- Ability to translate ad-tech and platform capabilities (e.g., Salesforce, Sitecore, LiveRamp) into actionable strategies
- Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams, driving measurable impact and optimization Solid understanding of pharma compliance and evolving privacy regulations
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute digital strategies aligned with brand objectives and business goals
- Serve as the primary point of contact for digital planning across media, web, email, and emerging platforms
- Design personalized content strategies to enhance engagement for HCPs and patients
- Embed digital best practices and innovation into brand planning, leveraging success across the organization
- Drive insight development and measurement frameworks (KPIs, learning agendas, reporting tools)
- Identify opportunities for digital health innovation and emerging technologies
- Collaborate with media partners and internal teams to optimize activations and audience targeting
- Provide strategic guidance on digital operations, capability development, and process optimization
- Ensure regulatory alignment and compliance across all digital initiatives Act as a business partner to therapeutic areas, integrating digital strategies into broader commercial plans
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and Twelve Years’ Experience
OR
Masters' Degree and Ten Years’ Experience
OR
PhD and Eight Years’ Experience
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years in digital strategy or omnichannel marketing, with agency experience a plus
- Experience with portfolio and copromotion is important
- Expertise in digital planning, media activation, performance measurement & optimization
- Skilled in audience planning and activation using 1P and 3P datasets
- Proven ability to develop personalized content strategies across channels
- Experience in customer journey mapping and CRM/web journey design
- Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and foster cross-functional collaboration
- Proven strategic thinker with clear, persuasive communication to deliver impactful storytelling and influence decisions.
- Biotech/pharma experience preferred, across broad and rare therapeutic areas
- Familiarity with digital health technologies (telehealth, wearables, digital therapeutics)
- Analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred Ability to travel 20 – 30%
Performance Indicators
- ROI/RX Lift on digital marketing initiatives
- Engagement and conversion rates across channels
- Adoption of personalized content strategies
- Effectiveness of CX journey mapping and pain point resolution Cross-functional alignment and stakeholder satisfaction
People Leader Accountabilities:
- Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modelling inclusion and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
- Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose. Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, organizational objectives and holding to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
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The salary range for this position is: $205,615.00 - $266,090.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
For jobs in the United States:
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex , age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.
Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life-threatening illnesses worldwide. Are you a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of media, data, and technology? Join Gilead as Director of Digital Strategy, where you’ll shape personalized engagement for consumers, patients, and HCPs.
As the primary strategic advisor to US brand teams, you’ll serve as the main liaison between brand objectives and digital capabilities—ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment. This role demands exceptional communication, influence, and storytelling skills to translate business goals into impactful digital solutions.
The preferred work location for this position is Foster City, CA, with Parsippany, NJ as an alternative. Candidates residing in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this role and candidates should reside in either Foster City, CA or Parisppany NJ area.
What You Bring
- Passion for creating meaningful, customer-centric digital strategies
- Journey design mindset that has experience stitching together omnichannel experiences
- Deep expertise in media, data, and clean room environments
- Ability to translate ad-tech and platform capabilities (e.g., Salesforce, Sitecore, LiveRamp) into actionable strategies
- Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams, driving measurable impact and optimization Solid understanding of pharma compliance and evolving privacy regulations
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute digital strategies aligned with brand objectives and business goals
- Serve as the primary point of contact for digital planning across media, web, email, and emerging platforms
- Design personalized content strategies to enhance engagement for HCPs and patients
- Embed digital best practices and innovation into brand planning, leveraging success across the organization
- Drive insight development and measurement frameworks (KPIs, learning agendas, reporting tools)
- Identify opportunities for digital health innovation and emerging technologies
- Collaborate with media partners and internal teams to optimize activations and audience targeting
- Provide strategic guidance on digital operations, capability development, and process optimization
- Ensure regulatory alignment and compliance across all digital initiatives Act as a business partner to therapeutic areas, integrating digital strategies into broader commercial plans
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and Twelve Years’ Experience
OR
Masters' Degree and Ten Years’ Experience
OR
PhD and Eight Years’ Experience
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years in digital strategy or omnichannel marketing, with agency experience a plus
- Experience with portfolio and copromotion is important
- Expertise in digital planning, media activation, performance measurement & optimization
- Skilled in audience planning and activation using 1P and 3P datasets
- Proven ability to develop personalized content strategies across channels
- Experience in customer journey mapping and CRM/web journey design
- Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and foster cross-functional collaboration
- Proven strategic thinker with clear, persuasive communication to deliver impactful storytelling and influence decisions.
- Biotech/pharma experience preferred, across broad and rare therapeutic areas
- Familiarity with digital health technologies (telehealth, wearables, digital therapeutics)
- Analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred Ability to travel 20 – 30%
Performance Indicators
- ROI/RX Lift on digital marketing initiatives
- Engagement and conversion rates across channels
- Adoption of personalized content strategies
- Effectiveness of CX journey mapping and pain point resolution Cross-functional alignment and stakeholder satisfaction
People Leader Accountabilities:
- Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modelling inclusion and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
- Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose. Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, organizational objectives and holding to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
-
The salary range for this position is: $205,615.00 - $266,090.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
For jobs in the United States:
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex , age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.
Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
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Who's Hiring
- Clients Blackbox20
- PMG3
- Epsilon3
- PMG Digital Company2
- HDR1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in media lead jobs.
- Five or more years of experience managing media content, campaigns, or editorial teams
- Proficiency with content management systems and digital publishing workflows
- Experience with paid and organic media planning across multiple channels
- Strong project management skills including deadline tracking and cross-functional coordination
- Demonstrated ability to lead freelancers, agencies, or internal creative teams
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field
Tips for Your Media Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to each channel
Media lead roles vary widely by channel, so a resume built for a digital publishing lead reads differently from one targeting a paid media lead. Rewrite your summary and bullet points to match the specific channel each listing focuses on before you apply.
Show output metrics, not just duties
Hiring managers for media lead roles want to see what your campaigns or editorial decisions actually produced. Replace duty-based bullet points with outcome statements tied to audience growth, engagement rates, or content volume delivered on schedule.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists media lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by the content format you lead
Media lead is a broad title, so search with format modifiers like video, audio, social, or print to surface openings that match your actual expertise. Applying to roles aligned with your strongest format puts you in a much more competitive position.
Prepare a portfolio with process context
A media lead portfolio needs more than final outputs. For each piece, explain what brief you were given, how you directed the team or vendor, and what decisions you made along the way. Interviewers want evidence of leadership, not just taste.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, ask for clarity on team size, approval authority, and budget ownership before focusing on base pay. Ambiguous scope is the most common source of frustration in media lead roles, and it is much easier to define during negotiation than after you start.
Media Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most media leads?
The most active employers for media leads right now are Clients Blackbox, PMG, and Epsilon, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with the highest concentration include digital publishing, advertising agencies, and consumer brands with in-house content studios.
How many media lead jobs are remote?
About 85% of media lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed content and campaign teams. Roles focused on digital content strategy, social media, and editorial management tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring on-site production oversight are more likely to be in person.
How do you become a media lead?
Start by building hands-on experience in a specific media channel, whether editorial, social, video, or paid campaigns, then move into roles where you coordinate across contributors or vendors. Develop skills in content planning, vendor management, and performance analysis. Taking ownership of a full content cycle, from brief to publication to reporting, is what typically positions someone for a lead title.
Can you get hired as a media lead without much experience?
Getting hired as a media lead without formal experience is difficult, but creating your own body of work helps close the gap. Running a niche publication, managing social channels for a nonprofit, or producing a consistent podcast demonstrates the editorial judgment and coordination skills employers look for. Targeting smaller organizations or startups also increases your chances, since they often promote based on results over years on a resume.
What does the media lead interview process look like?
Most media lead interviews begin with a recruiter screen focused on your background and channel expertise, followed by a hiring manager conversation about your editorial or campaign decision-making process. Many employers then assign a take-home exercise, such as a content plan, creative brief, or campaign audit. Final rounds typically involve a presentation to a broader team and questions about how you manage stakeholders, timelines, and feedback.
Where can I find and apply to media lead jobs?
You can find and apply to media lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your background and the channel you specialize in, and apply directly to each listing that matches what you are looking for.
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