Senior Media Planner/Buyer
Commit Agency, Chandler, AZ, United States
Commit Agency is seeking an experienced, strategic, and detail-oriented Senior Media Planner/Buyer to join our team full-time. We are looking for candidates proficient in traditional media with an understanding of digital media and capable of collaborating with team members to develop integrated media plans for our clients.
The ideal candidate will be accurate, proactive, and deadline-oriented, managing multiple projects with varying complexity and budgets. While focusing primarily on traditional media, this planner/buyer will also be adept at digital and innovative non-traditional approaches. They should have an investigative spirit, always seeking the best ideas that drive results. This position reports to the Media Director.
Commit Agency serves clients from diverse industries, both large and small, local and national. If you are a team player with a proactive attitude, thrive in a fast-paced agency environment, and have a constant curiosity to learn, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted media advisor to external clients and the internal account team
Analyze media options to allocate budgets effectively and confidently present and defend your plans
Understand demographic data and consumer profiles to identify target audiences, including lifestyles and psychographics
Manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines with excellent multitasking skills
Seek out new media opportunities that will further build awareness for our clients
Strategically negotiate, build and place buys for linear tv and radio using Strata; reconcile and post to evaluate performance.
Negotiate with media vendors to secure optimal rates, added value opportunities and favorable terms
Partner with media representatives to resolve discrepancies, including billing issues and performance concerns
Manage and optimize media plans, making in-flight adjustments as needed
Handle BO’s/IO’s, invoicing and billing through Strata and Workamajig
Qualifications
At least 3 years of experience in media buying and planning
Experience with Strata (or similar software) is a must
Experience with Workamajig is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Proven success in a full-service agency environment with a track record of building and implementing profitable, results-driven media plans
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel/Google Sheets
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, comfortable working with numbers
Extensive experience in media trend research
Detail-oriented with exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Strong presentation delivery and development skills
Ability to remain optimistic in challenging situations
Ability to work remotely if/when necessary, with a dedicated workspace that ensures focus and productivity
If you meet these qualifications and are excited about joining a dynamic and creative team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Referral program
Unlimited paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chandler, AZ 85225
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The ideal candidate will be accurate, proactive, and deadline-oriented, managing multiple projects with varying complexity and budgets. While focusing primarily on traditional media, this planner/buyer will also be adept at digital and innovative non-traditional approaches. They should have an investigative spirit, always seeking the best ideas that drive results. This position reports to the Media Director.
Commit Agency serves clients from diverse industries, both large and small, local and national. If you are a team player with a proactive attitude, thrive in a fast-paced agency environment, and have a constant curiosity to learn, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted media advisor to external clients and the internal account team
Analyze media options to allocate budgets effectively and confidently present and defend your plans
Understand demographic data and consumer profiles to identify target audiences, including lifestyles and psychographics
Manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines with excellent multitasking skills
Seek out new media opportunities that will further build awareness for our clients
Strategically negotiate, build and place buys for linear tv and radio using Strata; reconcile and post to evaluate performance.
Negotiate with media vendors to secure optimal rates, added value opportunities and favorable terms
Partner with media representatives to resolve discrepancies, including billing issues and performance concerns
Manage and optimize media plans, making in-flight adjustments as needed
Handle BO’s/IO’s, invoicing and billing through Strata and Workamajig
Qualifications
At least 3 years of experience in media buying and planning
Experience with Strata (or similar software) is a must
Experience with Workamajig is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Proven success in a full-service agency environment with a track record of building and implementing profitable, results-driven media plans
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel/Google Sheets
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, comfortable working with numbers
Extensive experience in media trend research
Detail-oriented with exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Strong presentation delivery and development skills
Ability to remain optimistic in challenging situations
Ability to work remotely if/when necessary, with a dedicated workspace that ensures focus and productivity
If you meet these qualifications and are excited about joining a dynamic and creative team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Referral program
Unlimited paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chandler, AZ 85225
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