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As a member of EVR’s Media Group, the Media Buyer plays an integral role in strategizing, developing and booking media planning activities for our growing client base. To be successful in this role, the optimal candidate will possess strong planning, collaboration and teamwork skills. This position requires media planning experience, effective communication skills, an analytical mindset and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced agency environment.

Media Planning & Buying

• Predominant involvement with TV, radio, print, out of home and sponsorships
• Collaborate with Account Staff and Media Group to review media briefs, budgets and KPIs
• Research and strategize the best media mix and channel selection for a diverse set of clients with unique audiences, targeting requirements and goals
• Create media plans in media planning software
• Stay current on the latest inventory availability with an understanding of costs
• Build long-term relationships with media vendors
• Negotiate market-competitive media agreements
• Participate in client-facing presentations, pitches and delivery of strategy/plans
• Assist in the development and production of proposals and pitches alongside agency leadership
• Optimize advertising strategies for varying audiences and channels on an ongoing basis

Media Leadership

• Be a leader in media strategy, helping to inform and influence team members and raise the bar of agency-wide media knowledge
• Share ideas, connect team members and meet unspoken needs as opportunities arise
• Connect internal EVR teams to foster collaboration that leads to optimal results
• Be an advocate for high quality and innovation
• Participate in media-planning brainstorms to help connect broadcast, digital and creative strategies
• Work with the Media Traffic Coordinator and Media Coordinator on professional development and ongoing education
• Be a resource for delivering campaign performance/reporting to Account Staff and clients
• Participate in EVRMG meetings and department strategy sessions

Professional Development

• Continue growing as an agency media professional through education, stretching skill sets, celebrating successes and learning from mistakes
• Understand how the agency makes money and contribute to profitability through good business management
• Network, connect and be a positive advocate for the agency in the community

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communication or similar field
• Proven work experience as a Media Buyer, Media Planner or similar role
• Expertise in media, including planning, buying and negotiation
• General knowledge of all different types of media channels and how they work together
• Calm demeanor while working in a fast-paced and deadline-driven agency environment
• Strong budget planning skills and ability to manage and combine data
• Strong decision-making skills
• A sense of self-development, fostering personal and team member growth
• Self-starter, with a strong willingness to see projects through from start to completion
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills

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