Manager, Video Partnerships Job at IPG Mediabrands in Los Angeles

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialty business units Healix, Kinesso, MAGNA, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com. Position Overview The Manager, Video Partnerships is a base-level management role on the Video Partnerships team, responsible for managing all national video buying activity, negotiating buys, checking preliminary and final post-buy delivery, and tracking performance. Managers assist with developing and evaluating their team’s growth. The Manager will develop and maintain strong client relationships, drive the team to explore and identify non-traditional partnership opportunities, and identify partnership opportunities that can exist outside of the standard paid media environments. Responsibilities Serve as a backup to the Associate Director for client relationships Collaborate with internal teams to align with and deliver against client KPIs Update status documents for client meetings, prepare email recommendations, and buy presentations Write POVs for targeted opportunities to drive client business Stay knowledgeable about the client’s business and competitors to determine advertising and media needs Direct and provide guidance to the team, ensuring superior negotiations for maximum value and efficiency Oversee media negotiations for various channels and collaborate with partners for promotional opportunities Maintain up-to-date knowledge of programming trends, marketplace conditions, and train negotiators Required Skills and Experience Experience buying network, cable and syndication with media company or experience within the media industry Experience in negotiating upfront, scatter and opportunistic buys Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Desktop software, specifically Excel and Word, PowerPoint preferred Proficient with MBox or equivalent inventory management system Experience across a variety of media channels Desired Skills and Experience Working knowledge of third party internet marketing research: comScore Media Metrix, Nielsen NetView, @Plan, NetRatings, and others Demonstrated ability to think and execute “out of the box” ideas Strong developed relationships with the networks 4+ years of local senior buying/supervising or related industry experience Proven leadership ability and/or prior experience in supervising a team Ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure We See You At IPG Mediabrands, we are unified behind a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Together, we shine through a set of shared values and behaviors. We take pride in our responsibility to our clients, communities, and to each other. We embrace differences and recognize the unique value that each of us brings to our community. We encourage you to apply, as unique backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are welcomed. We See You at IPG Mediabrands. Wage and Benefits We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. You will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days. We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award. The salary range for this position is $90,000—$100,000 USD. Employment Transparency It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic Group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For applicants to jobs in the United States: If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email accommodation@mbww.com. Location: Los Angeles, CA #J-18808-Ljbffr