Experienced Media Buyer/Planner

Motivated Marketing is a full-service advertising agency seeking an experienced Media Buyer/Planner to join our team. This position is ideal for a media professional who enjoys strategy, negotiation, analytics, and building strong relationships with media partners.
Our media team plans and executes advertising campaigns across television, radio, digital, print, outdoor, and emerging media channels. We're looking for someone who can think strategically, negotiate effectively, and manage multiple campaigns while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Primary Responsibilities

Develop and execute media plans that align with client objectives and budgets
Negotiate and place television, radio, digital, print, and outdoor advertising campaigns
Build and maintain strong relationships with media vendors and representatives
Monitor campaign performance and provide optimization recommendations
Prepare media recommendations, presentations, and post-buy analyses
Steward media schedules from planning through completion to ensure accurate execution
Review, reconcile, and resolve invoice discrepancies in coordination with the billing team
Conduct market, audience, and competitive research to support planning initiatives
Research, write, and present media points of view (POVs) and recommendations
Collaborate with account management, creative, and leadership teams to deliver successful campaigns
Qualifications

2+ years of experience in television and radio media buying
Experience in Strata is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of traditional and digital media channels
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience with media buying, planning, and reporting platforms
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic and sense of accountability
Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred
What We Offer

Opportunity to work on a wide variety of local, regional, and national advertising campaigns
Collaborative team environment with experienced media professionals
Professional growth and development opportunities
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about marketing, energized by client success, and ready to grow your career with a dynamic agency, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your resume and cover letter on our website to apply.
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