Job Title: Senior Media Executive
At EssenceMediaCom, we believe in People First, Better Results
We help people, brands and businesses unlock their growth potential
Our success is underpinned by our belief that if we invest in our people, we’ll deliver better results not only for our teams but for our clients.
We’re a global company, so you’ll be working with teams and time zones from around the world. And we’ve won every international award and then some.
There’s never been a more exciting time to be in marketing communications, with infinite choices and endless ways to communicate.
So, what are you waiting for?
OVERVIEW:
The Senior Media Executive is responsible for the development of client specific media plans across all media disciplines, providing supporting research and day-to-day client contact and servicing on assigned accounts. This person may also provide supervision and training to junior team members.
YOUR IMPACT:
Client Service
Day to day client contact
Responsible for carrying out client requests and assist projects for the group
Develop and nurture relationships with clients, external agencies, and media partners
Leadership
Successfully supervise the workflow of Media Executives and Associate Media Executives for the day to day running of the account, ensuring that tasks are completed on time, project status is monitored.
Mentor and train junior staff members
Planning
Responsible for the development of client specific media plans across all channels
Provides interpretation of competition and other research data
Implements the MediaCom Systems Thinking into plans
Works with all internal resources including Investment, Finance and Strategy, and BI&A in carrying out the development of their plans and client service requirements
Oversees all media accounting and administrative duties required on their assigned accounts including monthly media expenditure reports (BCR’s)
Participate in clients’ plan presentations.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:
Solid understanding of online and offline planning
Proficiency with research tools i.e. IMS, Infosys, COMBNavigator, ComScore, Nielsen
Strong client relationship management skills
Demonstrated time management and multitasking skills
Solid collaborative and team work oriented skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Solid interpersonal skills
Begin to develop presentation skills
Detail oriented and able to meet tight deadlines
Begins to understand the client’s business
Detail, accuracy and mathematical competency a must
Strong computer skills with a particular emphasis in Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to manage and meet multiple demands within timeline
Education and Experience
3+ years’ experience in media planning
Post-secondary degree specialization in Advertising and/or Marketing an asset
