Director, AI

INTERACTIVE ADVERTISING BUREAU, INC.•New York, NY

About The Position

Interactive Advertising Bureau is seeking a Director, AI with a focus on executing frameworks, managing cross-industry collaboration, and supporting the strategic development of AI governance, transparency, and use case guidance for the advertising industry. AI is transforming every aspect of advertising, from creative production and personalization to measurement, transparency, and ethical deployment. This role is designed for someone who can translate strategic vision into operational execution, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-quality work products that advance industry adoption of responsible AI practices. If you're equally comfortable managing working groups, drafting governance frameworks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and translating complex AI concepts into actionable guidance for the advertising industry, this role offers the opportunity to shape how the industry adopts and governs AI.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in AI strategy, marketing technology, digital advertising, or adjacent fields. Experience with AI implementation, strategy, or product development strongly preferred.
Strong AI fluency - comfortable with generative AI, machine learning applications, and responsible AI practices.
Analytical and strategic - able to translate complex AI concepts into clear, actionable guidance for marketing and advertising professionals.
Excellent project management skills - proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, deadlines, and deliverables simultaneously.
Strong communicator - exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to senior executives and facilitating group discussions.
Collaborative and diplomatic - able to build consensus among diverse stakeholders with competing priorities.
Detail-oriented with strategic thinking - can manage operational execution while understanding the bigger picture.
Self-starter - comfortable working independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative and diplomatic - able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience at a brand, agency, publisher, ad tech platform, or industry organization working on AI initiatives.
Prior work developing industry standards, frameworks, or best practices.
Familiarity with AI governance, ethics frameworks, transparency standards, or regulatory compliance (EU AI Act, state-level AI laws).
Experience managing committees, working groups, or cross-industry collaboration initiatives.
Public speaking experience or thought leadership publication history.
Technical background or hands-on experience with AI tools and platforms.