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Suzie Lopez

Summary

Senior paid media professional with 20+ years of experience driving omnichannel paid media strategies across national brands and public sector initiatives. Proven ability to manage budgets up to $50M+ and lead high-performing teams of 20+. Adept at optimizing cross-channel media—including Google, Social, Steaming Video & Audio, TV/Cable, Radio, OOH, Custom Sponsorships/Events, Professional Sports Partnerships—through rigorous A/B testing and media mix modeling.


Recognized for visionary leadership, building high-performing teams, and managing agency relationships to deliver results at scale. Extensive experience in media strategy, performance marketing, and go-to-market planning. Strong government & public health messaging.



Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Media Director

Rescue Agency
05.2021 - 03.2025
  • Steer high-impact, full-funnel media activations across a $50M+ portfolio, aligning strategy with real-time performance insights.
  • Empower and develop a 20-person integrated media team, fostering a culture of agility, experimentation, and accountability. Responsible for all hiring decisions, evaluating candidates' experience, and leading all job interview processes.
  • Lead innovation through vendor partnerships (Meta, Google, TikTok), deploying alpha/beta tests that elevate brand storytelling.
  • Champion data-driven decision-making with media mix modeling and A/B testing to maximize channel value and audience engagement.
  • Collaborate across finance, analytics, and creative teams to optimize budget pacing, forecast ROI, and exceed growth goals.
  • Oversee media implementation, including planning, negotiating, and buying to ensure effective investment strategies, tactics, and tool utilization as well as overall ROI across the account.
  • Build and foster strategic relationships with partner media agencies. Ensure they understand the Rescue approach and develop campaigns that support behavior change goals.
  • Support media financial operations alongside finance to include billings forecasts, invoicing approach, capacity planning, and management of payment terms and media cash flow.
  • Work directly on the Leadership team to vet new business opportunities and evaluate potential revenue streams.
  • Notable Clients: CDC, First 5 CA, CA DSHS (Dept of State Health Service, CALMHSA (CA Mental Health Service Authority), San Diego DSHS.

Associate Director, Integrated Planning

Kelly, Scott, Madison
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Delivered strategic campaign planning for clients in retail, health, and lifestyle categories.
  • Drove measurable gains in engagement through integrated SEM, social, and traditional media tactics.

Director of Sales

Billups
10.2018 - 08.2019
  • Led strategic OOH media planning and client acquisition, driving awareness and measurable outcomes.
  • Forged strong partnerships with high-profile brands and public institutions to unlock new media opportunities.
  • Notable clients: State of Missouri Tourism, KIPP Texas Schools, Postmates.

Media Director / General Manager

EnviroMedia Social Marketing
06.2014 - 09.2018
  • Provide support to all facets of the department, including: Creative, Finance, and Account Service to ensure the agency's goals are being achieved and met.
  • Develop and foster client relationships across all teams.
  • Ensure all agency and client communications (internal and external) are meeting objectives and being sent with the highest quality assurance.
  • Initiate and lead local new business efforts.
  • Manage and oversee the media department that is responsible for the strategic planning and media buys for all client base.
  • Plan and place multi-platform media campaigns across all mediums, including: broadcast, cable, FM/AM radio, digital radio, print, digital (network, real-time-bidding, direct-to-site, pay-per-click, paid social.)
  • Manage financial aspects of all media billings and invoicing.
  • Notable clients: TX Department of State Health Services, TxDOT, Superior HealthPlan, Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP), Tennessee Highway Safety Office, Tennessee Department of Transportation, Centene Corporation, North Texas Municipal Water District, Center Disease Control and Cancer Prevention Research Institute Texas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Community, Leadership & Development

Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI
05.2005

Skills

  • Core Skills: Integrated Campaign Leadership, Omnichannel Paid Media Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Budget Management & Forecasting ($50M), Strategic Planning & Brand Building, New Business Development, Performance Analytics & Reporting, Long-standing Agency/Vendor Relationships
  • Technical & Media Proficiencies: Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok, Amazon, DV360, YouTube, Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics, Media Mix Modeling, Tableau, Excel (Pivot Tables), Nielsen, Comscore, SEM, Social, Display, CTV/OTT, Audio/Podcast, DOOH, Affiliates, OOH, Print, TV/Radio

Accomplishments

    Recognition from Peers:

  • "Celebrated for empowering, transparent leadership that drives team performance and growth. Valued for cross-functional fluency, blending creativity, analytics, and execution to drive results. Committed to a culture of inclusion, innovation, and continuous learning." - Manager
  • "Suzie's leadership & management style is supportive, empowering, and motivational. She consistently strives to make everyone on our team feel empowered to have a voice and be confident in our abilities, and is always here to help." - Direct Report
  • "I think Suzie goes above and beyond to help her team, she is transparent and always open door policy (virtually), she is always pushing us to be better and not feel overwhelmed when we have too much on our plate, she is the best cheerleader Rescue has." - Direct Report

Timeline

Sr. Media Director

Rescue Agency
05.2021 - 03.2025

Associate Director, Integrated Planning

Kelly, Scott, Madison
08.2019 - 05.2021

Director of Sales

Billups
10.2018 - 08.2019

Media Director / General Manager

EnviroMedia Social Marketing
06.2014 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Community, Leadership & Development

Alverno College
Suzie Lopez