Associate, Integrated Media Planning

Agency:

Omd

Job Function:

Media

Job Subfunction:

Media Planning and Buying

Job Description:

The Associate, Integrated Media Planning assists in the coordination and execution of media plans under the guidance of a Senior Associate. As an entry level role, the Associate is responsible for gathering data to support media recommendations, updating client media activity flowcharts, assisting the team in responding to client needs, preparing purchase authorizations by coordinating input from internal teams, and/or assisting with tracking media expenditures to ensure budget compliance. At an entry-level, the Associate will begin to develop a working knowledge of the media space (all channels) and available media research.

Responsibilities

Support the development of media plans through research, audience analysis, and competitive insights

Own and maintain planning documents, trackers, and flowcharts with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Pull and analyze competitive research

Support budget tracking, pacing, and monthly financial reporting to ensure campaigns are accurately tracked, actualized, and billed

Communicate proactively with team members to flag questions, risks, or discrepancies

Participate in internal, client, and partner meetings, building confidence and presentation skills

Collaborate cross-functionally with strategy, investment, analytics, and operations teams

Demonstrate curiosity and actively build knowledge of the media landscape and CPG space

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a concentration in Advertising, Marketing, Communications or related field 

Knowledge of the principles of advertising, marketing, and media 

Proficiency with Office Suite  

Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

0–1 year of relevant experience (internships included)

Strong interest in media, advertising, consumer behaviors

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Collaborative team player with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Eagerness to learn media tools, platforms, and financial processes

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$34,000 - $60,000

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