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Senior Associate, Digital Investment

Starcom · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
HybridFinance$50k/yrFull-time

Starcom is the world's first standalone media agency, a storied innovator that continues to lead the way for many of the world's best brands. From the start, we've known that achieving growth for our clients requires understanding and connecting with real people where they live and work, in ways they value. In an AI era, we remain "Guided By Humanity," a phrase that describes our foundational belief that human expertise must remain in the driver's seat, supported by the best processes and technology.

About the role

The Senior Associate, National Investment will work cross-functionally with internal teams and vendors to develop and execute video platform media buys for one of our clients. The ideal candidate is an agile, proactive, team player who is curious and open to the changing face of media buying through technological advancement. This is a collaborative and connected team dedicated to great client service as well as fostering an environment for professional growth.

Responsibilities

  • Learn key programs and tools including MediaOcean, Media Tools, IMS, ADviews, ComScore and master media math
  • Assist in reporting and tracking budgets, savings and value, ensuring accuracy for internal team
  • Assist in evaluating partner proposals
  • Responsible for smooth running of day-to-day activities including stewardship
  • Enter buys into MBOX and ensure system reflects accurate buys
  • Update buy summary documents
  • Monitor network buys daily based on audience delivery data to ensure delivery in flight
  • Assist with campaign set-up and execution including order letters, specs, creative rotation and billing documentation
  • Responsible for billing discrepancies and resolutions
  • Compile and distribute conference reports from status meetings
  • Be integral in campaign set-up and execution including insertion orders, specs, and creative trackers
  • Participate in departmental projects as requested

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, preferably with a concentration in marketing, advertising, communications, business, sociology, or consumer insights
  • 1+ year of experience within media advertising
  • Understanding of multiple media channels; Digital/Video media buying experience a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills; PowerPoint and advanced Excel
  • Strong time management and quantitative skills, including analytical abilities and math proficiency
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting while optimally managing priorities
  • Experience using various media tools

Benefits

  • Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
  • Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility
  • Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
  • Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more
  • Matching Gifts programs
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • ‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
  • Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances
  • Medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off for regular roles

Pay

USD $50,065.00 - USD $66,360.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position.

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