Senior Media Buyer

Richmond, VA (On-site)

$70K/yr – $80K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 12 days ago

Job Summary

Own end-to-end traditional media buying from strategy through optimization, negotiate with media partners, and deliver data-driven post-buy insights.

  • Lead multi-channel media planning and buying
  • Negotiate rates and optimize ROI with vendors
  • Provide post-buy analysis and actionable recommendations

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute media buying strategies across media channels, including broadcast, cable, radio, print, and OOH, ensuring campaigns align with client goals.
  • Negotiate rates, placements, and value-added opportunities with media partners to maximize client return on investment (ROI). Build and maintain strong relationships with media partners to stay updated on market trends and opportunities.
  • Work closely with the 360 Media Planner and other cross-functional teams to ensure media buys are integrated and align with overall campaign strategies.
  • Monitor and track media performance data, optimizing placements based on key performance indicators (KPIs) and campaign objectives.
  • Oversee media budgets, ensuring accuracy in billing, timely reconciliation with media partners and internal billing teams, and adherence to client budgets.
  • Prepare detailed post-buy analyses and reports, offering insights and strategic recommendations for future media campaigns.
  • Participate in meetings with industry vendors and assist in the development of POVs

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in traditional media buying (TV, radio, print, OOH), with a proven ability to develop and execute successful media campaigns.
  • Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing competitive rates and added-value opportunities from media vendors.
  • Proficiency in media buying tools and software. SBMS/Freewheel experience required.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with experience managing relationships with both internal teams and external media partners.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and complex budgets simultaneously.
  • Strong attention to detail in managing media budgets, billing, and vendor contracts.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex media strategies and performance results to clients and internal stakeholders.
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twotango collaborative®

For nearly 40 years we’ve put humans first. Even before brands. Two Tango entwines intelligent media and creative solutions to uncover the deepest connection between your audience and your brand. We like doing fun, innovative things that get big results.

Founded in 1984
Richmond, Virginia, USA
51 employees (21 in marketing)

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$70K/yr – $80K/yr

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Senior Media Buyer

twotango collaborative® · Richmond, VA · On-site