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The Assistant, Planning assists in the planning, implementing and maintaining of media campaigns across multiple channels. As an entry level position, the Assistant position represents the start of a media career and is highly supervised by an Associate, Planning. 

This position is essential in the day-to-day tactical management of the media account and requires an individual that works well in a team-based, fast paced, detail-oriented environment. While advanced Media thinking is not expected, the successful Assistant is resourceful and demonstrates the initiative to participate in advanced projects.

·         Assist with the preparation, development, execution, and monitoring of media plans for selected clients

·         Assist with the maintenance of flowcharts, monthly budgets, authorizations, delivery recaps, competitive analyses, and billing

·         Communicate across teams and able to multitask assisting in project management

·         Utilize syndicated planning tools to run reports and aid in the development of insights

·         Run and maintain competitive spending reports, and execute baseline assessments of data

·         Gather information to be used in developing media plans, such as demographic profiles, media usage habits, and media costs

·         Create and maintain records of plans, insertion orders, schedules, contracts, etc.

·         Reconcile billing discrepancies and process all invoices for payment

·         Field incoming phone calls from sales representatives

• Participate in brainstorms and bring fresh thinking to internal and external teams
• Keep current with market research (industry periodicals, email newsletters, websites)

The Assistant, Planning position is training-intensive. Aptitude for learning new skills (both technical and organic) and procedures is essential. The Assistant is expected to be an active participant, increasing participation over time in the position. The Assistant is also encouraged to contribute ideas and insights that will benefit our clients.

·         Bachelor’s Degree OR relevant experience

·         0-2 years industry experience

·         Strong math and analytical skills

·         Strong interest in and familiarity with media planning 

·         Desire to learn about media planning

·         Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

·         Ability to learn server-based software and tools

• Demonstrates active listening skills and ability to apply knowledge over time
• Recognize potential issues and problems, know when to escalate and propose solutions, where possible
• Takes clear ownership of assigned tasks
• Expresses oneself clearly and concisely in oral communications
• Writes in a clear, compelling and concise manner
• Organizes ideas and information logically and sequentially

Dentsu is a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients navigate, progress and thrive in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to champion meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology. Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visit dentsu.com/us.

Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.

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