Media Supervisor, Planning

  • Full-time

Company Description

Starcom USA (http://www.starcomww.com/markets/united-states/) is a world-renowned media communications agency that architects connected human experiences in the one-to-one era of marketing. With more than 1,300 employees in the U.S., Starcom gets the right consumers’ attention and delivers brand-building results in partnership with the world's leading marketers and new establishment brands, including Airbnb, Allstate, Bank of America, Kellogg Company, Kraft Heinz, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Samsung, Visa and more. Starcom USA is part of Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris: FR0000130577], one of the world’s leading communications groups.
 
We value you and the work you do. We work hard, but also enjoy scores of perks rooted in our legacy of having one of the strongest agency cultures. Our top-notch health insurance plans and very generous paid time off allow you much-needed time to recharge and achieve the work-life balance you need to bring your absolute best self to work.

Job Description

The Media Supervisor, of Media Planning will focus on managing investment and planning initiatives across both digital and offline channels for a top, forward-thinking pharmaceuticals client.  The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is proactive, organized, accurate and able to problem solve.  Must haves include a minimum of 3 years relevant media planning and/or strategy experience with at least one full year of experience within digital  and a proven track record of building strong working relationships with internal teams as well as external partners (clients, agencies, vendors etc.).  This is part of a fun, collaborative team that values career development and excellence.  

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILTIES 

  • Lead cross channel media planning and buying initiatives including audience and platform recommendations, campaign stewardship and reporting across digital and offline channels including: digital, display, online and offline video. 
  • Analyze data to inform future platform, post type and audience recommendations 
  • Lead strategic planning initiatives including deck writing, budget and channel allocation and audience development
  • Oversee day-to-day campaign execution and is responsible for ensuring campaigns deliver on KPIs 
  • Acts as channel expert for the team, having heavy communication with the marketplace and developing POVs
  • Serve as lead on larger monthly and quarterly reporting deliverables
  • Support development of strategic approach for social by delivering channel ideas and providing the link to reality of historical performance and in-market opportunities
  • Responsible for management and development of Associates

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, applied mathematics, consumer insights or related field required
  • 3+ years of directly related experience in media
  • 1+ year of digital investment experience across multiple channels (social, programmatic, display, online video etc.) 
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to detect and translate a story behind numbers/data
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to translate and present complicated ideas in a simple, and easy to understand yet inspirational /creative style
  • Willingness to learn and create solutions that challenge the status quo
  • Exceptional critical thinking and problem solving abilities with the ability to think unconventionally in proposing solutions
  • Negotiation and influence skills – steeped in required industry, brand, and competitive knowledge
  • A proven ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects effectively and work well under pressure to deliver high quality work within tight deadlines
  • Strong process development skills
  • An intrinsic passion for new technology/digital gadgets; and utilization of social media tools to engage and inspire new solutions for clients
  • Proven experience in effectively coaching and developing others 

Additional Information

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