Responsibilities

• Negotiate and place video buys that deliver on the goals of the media plan.
• Prepare and present client buy overviews.
• Assist with agency Upfront and Scatter negotiations.
• Stay current on Video marketplace trends, including innovation, and be able to provide the integrated agency team with recommendations for campaign planning.
• Train and manage Associate level team members ensuring campaigns are executed and monitored flawlessly.
• Partner with integrated media team to report on campaign performance not only against deal terms but also client-specific KPIs and objectives.
• Build and keep collaborative relationships with media partners.
• Remain in constant communication with agency team members and clients, as needed, to share status of campaigns, bring forward new opportunities, or raise awareness of any unexpected issues.
• Assist with development of industry POVs and thought leadership.
• Lead in collaboration with finance team members to resolve media billing issues.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in media planning/buying, with at least 5 years of direct experience in video investment (including Linear TV, CTV, and Digital Video). Agency experience is strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and developing a team of media professionals.
• Exceptional negotiation skills with a history of securing favorable terms and building strong partner relationships.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency with media research and buying tools (e.g., Nielsen, Comscore, Mediaocean, Video ad-serving platforms).
• Comfortable working within a fully integrated agency team collaborating with internal teams and business groups, including Creative, Account Management, Finance and Project Management.
• Capable of thriving within a fast-paced environment with ability to multi-task, manage/meet deadlines and be comfortable making decisions.

Benefits

• multiple health insurance options, flexible PTO, life insurance, and 401K