Associate Media Buyer, National Investment – Auto Job at Canvas Construction in

Canvas Worldwide dares to be the challenger the ad industry needs. Do you "Challenge the Comfortable?" Then you'll fit right in here at Canvas.

Recognized as one of Ad Age's "Best Places to Work" for three consecutive years, Canvas Worldwide is an independent media agency committed to providing creative solutions for brands that challenge the status quo. Our clients include Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, MGM, Zillow and McDonald’s (to name a few…).

Our agency cultivates an environment where all are welcome to push outside their comfort zones to solve problems in new ways. We encourage the team to be its best by creating the most positive workplace experience for all. For instance, we outpace the industry on diversity and inclusion and offer continuous training and workshops for career development. So, if you dare to challenge the comfortable… then keep reading.

The Associate Buyer is responsible for day-to-day maintenance of Video Media schedules.

As an Associate Buyer, you will receive hands‑on training that will prepare you for a career in multimedia buying. You will learn the tools, terminology and decision‑making needed to be successful in planning and managing media investments.

You will develop a complete understanding of the life of a commercial unit (i.e., buying, tracking, billing, and posting), and are expected to establish strong relationships with both the outside vendors and the internal teams to ensure that all media buys are well‑executed.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Train and master all investment systems and tools of buying

Work with managers to develop buying and negotiation skills

Develop a working knowledge of your client’s goals, guidelines and strategies

Set‑up and maintain any required reports as directed by managers

Deliver post‑buy reports to clients with the support of managers

Stay current with all department tools and research, and work with managers to apply to stewardship and planning

Perform basic buying and stewardship functions as instructed by managers

Provide admin/systems support to the buying teams under assigned clients and agency at large

Maintain good relationships with network partners to perform responsibilities efficiently

Qualifications

Basic computer literacy and familiarity with MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Solution‑oriented with the ability to multi‑task

Collaborative team player who can work independently and as part of a matrix structure

Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present in a clear and actionable way

Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills are a must

Passionate about generating groundbreaking ideas and infusing our team with a fresh perspective to drive creativity

Positive attitude and energy

Experience & Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred

Current or previous internship within a media/marketing services company a plus

Strong interest in media strategy/marketing communication

Salary and Benefits
Actual base salary is determined upon factors such as experience, qualifications, training, certifications, and internal equity. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Base salary is part of a total rewards package that includes highly competitive benefits like generous medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, commuter benefits, disability and life insurance coverage, 401(k) matching, up to 14 holidays per year, a Do Good Day, and unlimited PTO.

Additional perks include employee social and wellness events, a DEI Council, auto purchase rebate program and monthly wellness allowance.

In‑Office Work Schedule
This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 2 days in‑office per week.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Canvas Worldwide is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. CA Applicants: Canvas Worldwide practices Fair Chance Hiring.

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