What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Assistant, Involved Media position at Active International?
Overview
Note: This position is Hybrid to NYC
Involved Media USA is a full-service, independent media agency specializing in data-guided media strategy and buying, performance-driven tactical planning, proprietary research, custom reporting & analytics, and more. We’re looking to add to our group of smart, strategic marketers. Our people do work that works—relentlessly driving results for clients across a wide range of verticals. We focus on identifying unique business opportunities and consumer insights for clients to help them profitably scale their business. Many agencies throw the word “integrated” around, but our work is underpinned by advanced analytics to respect the entire customer journey.
We place high value on leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving, initiative, and always drive our teams to think strategically. Our employees are passionate about the business and the impact of the work we do! We’re looking for thought leaders to not only help direct our clients, but also to help the new leadership team shape the future of the company. Most marketers agree that performance marketing is the future, but we’re looking for talent that can guide that evolution.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, hardworking professional with excellent communication and time management skills.
The Media Assistant is an integral support member of the Media team. Media Assistants work closely with Buyers, Supervisors, and Account Management to ensure that various Video (TV, OTT) and Audio (terrestrial and digital radio, podcast) campaigns run smoothly. They organize all stages of the buying process from meeting on initial requests, to carrying out post analysis and reporting requests. In general, the position has a set list of responsibilities daily. In addition, the Assistant will perform ad hoc responsibilities based on business needs.
Responsibilities
- Function as campaign liaison to media vendor representatives as well as Administrative Support to members of the Media Buying Team including:
- sending broadcast orders and revisions and responding to station/network vendors’ needs in a timely manner.
- Contact media vendors for logs (airing times for TV and Radio advertisements) and pacing reports, and responsible for pre and post log entries and budget tracking.
- Timely handle traffic requests
- Handle credit requests and manage invoice discrepancies with accounting.
- Establish and maintain quality relationships with media vendors
- Assist with client reporting
- Demonstrate ability to multi-task and work on several campaigns at once.
- Assist with/participate in other ad hoc projects and work assignments, as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
The salary is $43,000 - $45,000. The successful candidate’s salary will depend on the actual ranges of current employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, geography, as well as the candidate’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications. Involved Media offers a very competitive benefits package inclusive of medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, paid time off, community engagement opportunities, great colleagues, and great learning opportunities.
Qualifications
We are looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, hardworking professional with excellent communication and time management skills.
- This position is considered entry-level.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Media or similar focus is preferred or equivalent work experience.
- Basic computer skills in MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint are required.
- Must work well with numbers and understand/apply basic algebra in demonstration of skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, necessary.
- Must demonstrate a keen sense of urgency and pace to complete multiple assignments in a very fast-paced work environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) required.
- Must be highly dependable.
- Required demonstration of successful adaptability to ever changing priorities.
- High attention to detail and follow through required
- Must have the ability to work well under pressure, as well as to work independently and in a team environment.
Travel
This position does not require regularly scheduled travel.
Salary : $43,000 - $45,000
