Media Buyer

Responsibilities

• Negotiates and places commercials within the television and video marketplace
• Estimates, updates, and adjusts all program ratings
• Negotiates and documents rates, special placements, and added value
• Executes media plans while adhering to established budgets and timelines
• Communicates orders and changes to media vendors accurately
• Monitors buys in progress and arranges for makegoods and credits
• Tracks media expenditures to ensure budget compliance
• Researches and maintains records of media buying trends and innovations
• Collaborates with clients, media planners, and team members to resolve billing issues

Requirements

• Passion for advertising
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong mathematical ability

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of agency experience
• 1-3 years of media buying or planning experience as a junior or assistant buyer
• Work experience in national, spot television, radio, or digital media

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) plans
• Flex spending
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount program
• Employee stock purchase program
• Paid family benefits

About the Company

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG), managing over $47 billion in marketing investment globally across its agency networks and specialty business units.