Media Supervisor, Strategy and Planning

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a leader with a solid foundation in media strategy and planning who is curious and ready to learn more.  The Supervisor, Integrated Client Strategy is the strategic architect working to create and execute media plans from start to finish. They lead internal and external communication; project manage to successful conclusion and are developing talent in the process.  The ideal candidate will have experience in consistently delivering media planning that exceeds expectation. Skills and aptitude are critical on our growing team, but we also want to work with good humans – an optimistic person who runs fast, works smart, asks why, and brings a smile every day.

Please Note: While this role is listed as in-person, we offer a hybrid work model that provides flexibility to work remotely most of the time. The specifics of the hybrid schedule will be discussed during the interview process, but candidates should anticipate being in the office on an as needed basis to collaborate with the team and meet role-specific needs..

We are only looking for candidates in the Chicago area and do not offer relocation assistance.

We are unable to sponsor employment VISA's at this time for this position. 

Please do not apply if you require VISA sponsorship now or in the future.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leadership role in client relationship, presentations, media strategy development and plan execution
• Team leader who proactively manages across all departments and multiple clients while maintaining flexibility to meet individual client priorities and goals
• Primary point of contact for clients on planning, execution, stewardship, POVs and other ad hoc requests
• Leader and primary strategic architect for the entire integrated media plan across digital and traditional media channels: CTV, linear TV, video, online audio, pDOOH/OOH, programmatic, and terrestrial raio
• Understand client goals and objectives and translate them into actionable and measurable media strategies and tactical plans
• Deep dive into hyperlocal research and all available data and boil it down to relevant and actionable insights
• Lead the team in developing media plans that use these insights to address client challenges and identify innovative strategies & tactics to drive growth
• Clearly and succinctly communicate the plan to client
• Oversee the execution of campaigns from beginning to end
• Understand and foster referral opportunities from client relationships
• Provide strategic direction to new/opportunistic clients
• Monitor budgets to ensure pacing to annual business goals
• Project management of multiple projects:
  • Understand processes, workflow and lead times
  • Develop timelines for each project and steps in the process
  • Assign projects to internal individuals/groups and monitor
  • Schedule kick-off meetings and frequent check-ins to ensure project is delivered on time – with excellence
  • Ensure team is functioning efficiently & effectively
• Staff development & mentoring
  • Provide direct oversight, management, leadership and guidance to team of Strategist(s) and/or Assistant Strategist(s)
  • Develop and guide work priorities for team members based on client needs
  • Lead staff in growth and talent development
• Remain knowledgeable about industry news, trends, and innovation to inform and further enhance knowledge of the media industry
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or department head

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising communications, or related field
• 4-6 years minimum experience across several channels & platforms (local, national, digital, traditional) and client service experience
• 2 years in a leadership/supervisory role with the ability to delegate authority and responsibility
• Experience with using data to generate insights and rationalize plan strategy
• Must have experience in both strategic and functional multimedia knowledge and strategic planning experience across all media types & platforms
• A great storyteller with the ability to take complex quantitative data to present and sell new ideas
• Effective time management as well as strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills demonstrated in the ability to multi-task and meet conflicting priorities as well as successfully manage the teams’ day-to-day tasks
• Proven ability to build strong relationships (internal/external) that lead to business growth
• Travel required as dictated by needs of clients and scheduled conferences (when travel safely permitted)
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills - Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
• Experience with the following syndicated data & tools & planning systems: Scarborough, competitive spending tools, SQAD, DoMedia, Guideline/MediaTools, Strata/SBMS, and Nielsen

WHY WORK AT NOVUS: 

We Bring Brands To Where People Live Their Lives.

NOVUS is an independent local media planning and buying agency. We are focused on local media of all types including video, audio, OOH, digital, and print. We have carved out a unique position in the marketplace; with comprehensive data sets, proprietary tools and some of the best strategists in the industry, NOVUS builds and executes plans that achieve remarkable results.

NOVUS provides a collaborative work environment, with career advancement potential and offers an array of benefits as well as considerable time off allowances. Additionally, as a mid-sized agency, team members have direct exposure to senior management on a regular basis and they get the opportunity to work on a range of assignments with significant responsibilities. By joining one of the premier media companies in the industry, you'll be part of a team that is passionate, engaged, forward-thinking and seizing opportunities daily.

NOVUS was recognized by the Ad Age as one of the top independent Media Agencies of 2022 in the country with a Silver in Media Agency of the Year!

POSITION SALARY:

We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations. The salary range for this position is: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00. This range reflects the base salary for this position.

NOVUS BENEFITS:

NOVUS offers a full array of health care and wellness benefits, which currently includes medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurances, short and long-term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, a health savings account, legal services, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Eligible employees are those that are full-time salaried or part-time salaried employees working 30 hours per week or more, as well as those whose eligibility is required by applicable state law. A group retirement savings plan is also available to all salaried employees. While the Company continually seeks to improve upon and add to its current benefits suite, it believes you will find the benefit programs as comprehensive as any in the industry.

Novus Media is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, marital or family status, age, gender identity or expression, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our agency is committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) as a key pillar of our culture, and we strongly encourage people from diverse background to apply.

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000