What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Media Planner position at Saatchi & Saatchi (We Are Saatchi)?
Company Description
At Saatchi we believe in creating ideas that can live anywhere. And we believe that when we work as a team, nothing is impossible. We strive to bring out the best in each other and in ourselves and expect applicants to understand the value of close collaboration. We also believe that creating transformational work requires initiative, an entrepreneurial spirit and a bold commitment to achieving measurable results and business success for the Clients we service.
Saatchi & Saatchi currently maintains a hybrid work policy to work in-office three days per week and remotely the other two days each week.
Job Description
Saatchi & Saatchi is seeking a full time Assistant Media Planner based in New York. This entry level position requires an individual to work well within a team and be prepared for a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment. The role is a great place to begin your career in advertising with continuous room for growth. Responsibilities will consist of assisting the Team with management of day-to-day tasks regarding all Media aspects of the Client business and will include exposure to planning Digital, Search, Social, Broadcast, Sports, Sponsorships and OOH (Out of Home).
Specific Duties:
- Assist in the development, implementation and stewardship of all Media plans
- Support Media Planning team as needed on any/all projects related to Clients’ business
- Monitor and update Media plans and related documents (e.g. budget charts, client meeting materials, etc.) throughout the year
- Communicate with Media Buying partners and Internal finance teams to ensure buys meet established budgets and accurate billing is delivered to the client
- Monitor analytics for key digital channels and assist in developing insights to be shared with clients
Job Requirements:
- Interest in and passion for all aspects of Media
- Eager to learn tools essential to day-to-day management of media buying and planning process
- Profiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- Clear, concise business communication skills (both written and oral)
- Strong quantitative and organizational skills and commitment to accuracy
- Self starter, demonstrates self confidence and willingness to share ideas
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Prior internship experience in advertising, media and/or the automotive category is a plus
