Senior Media Planner Job at Hire Profile, Inc. in Atlanta

Growth Strategist | Executive & Mid-Level Recruiting | Marketing, Digital, Creative CONTRACT SENIOR MEDIA PLANNER REMOTE | OCCASIONAL IN-OFFICE ATLANTA GA | 30-40 HOURS PER WEEK POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a seasoned Senior Media Planner to support a growing independent Atlanta-based agency known for blending data, creativity, strategy, and media expertise to deliver impactful campaigns. The agency works with clients across healthcare, retail, and consumer categories, fostering a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where team members wear multiple hats. This role is ideal for a media professional who thrives in fast-paced agency environments and enjoys balancing big-picture strategy with hands-on execution. You’ll play a critical role in leading campaign development, overseeing media planning and buying across channels, and helping to shape scalable processes as the media team expands. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead media planning and buying across digital, traditional, and social channels. Develop and present media strategies aligned with client objectives and budgets. Build, manage, and optimize campaigns with a focus on performance. Collaborate with account, creative, and analytics teams to deliver integrated programs. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate rates, and evaluate media opportunities. Prepare and deliver reporting with insights and recommendations. Support new business efforts with media strategy input when needed. Mentor and provide guidance to junior media team members QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of media planning and buying experience, with at least 3 years in an agency environment. Proven ability to lead campaign strategy and execution from planning through optimization. Strong knowledge of digital platforms, paid social, and traditional media. Hands-on mentality with high attention to detail and accountability. Ability to work independently in a remote setting and adapt quickly to shifting priorities. Experience in high-volume, entrepreneurial agency environments. Familiarity with Atlanta and Florida media markets is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred. This search is managed by Kat Rutherford Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Project Management, Advertising, and Strategy/Planning Industries Advertising Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Technology, Information and Media Atlanta, GA $75,000.00-$90,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr