Job Description

Position Summary
The role of a Senior Media Planner is to manage our media planning product through preparing and presenting media plans, proposals, and analysis. This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media planning team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, write and present integrated media plans, proposals and analysis that satisfy client objectives and that go beyond the brief.
Prepare and present evaluations of media opportunities, media trends and issues of interest to clients.
Effectively manage ongoing client expectations in regards to work back schedule, and deadlines.
Develop ability to effectively manage client conversations and expectations.
Remain up-to-date with latest updates from major media partners.
Ensure that all media plans adhere to the agency's values, philosophies, and processes.
Maintain the media plan and regularly evaluate campaign performance.
Build and maintain strong client relationships and respectful partner relationships by demonstrating your ability to be responsible, reliable, and resourceful.
Initiate and coordinate the media buying process that deliver exceptional results.
Oversee the administration and maintenance of media buys.
Assist with training junior employees on tools and processes.
Ensure client budgets are managed and on track.
Responsible for accurate and timely client finance reports and budget control reports (BCRs).
Support the creation of campaign post reports.
Prepare media Point Of Views (POVs) /evaluations.
Source and evaluate proposals from media partners as required.
Continue to proactively develop knowledge of the media landscape.
Desired Skills & Experience
Professional or educational background in Marketing and/or Advertising would give leverage to this application.
Mid-Senior level of experience in integrated media planning.
Experience within an integrated advertising agency would give leverage to this application.
Experience with media research tools (e.g. Clear Decisions, Vividata, Neilson), and media tools (e.g. Prisma) would give leverage to this application.
Client service oriented.
Curiosity, with a passion for continuous development.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
Highly developed organizational skills attention to detail accuracy.
Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.
Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
Proactive approach to problem solving, assisting the team, self-development, etc.
Ability to develop and foster relationships with media partners.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Salary: CAN $55,000-$65,000
Working collaboratively with Canada's most iconic brands, Media Experts' mission is to forge deeper connections with consumers. Our comprehensive view of this diverse and ever-changing landscape allows us to create impactful integrated media solutions. Since 1981, we have stood out as pioneers, thought leaders and mavericks. Our playbook for success is built on innovative approaches and unique technologies and is firmly rooted in our culture of care and commitment to our partners and collaborators. We are uniquely positioned to help our clients win in the Canada of today and tomorrow.
Media Experts is a leading full-service media agency delivering integrated solutions for clients such as Bell Canada, Honda, Netflix, Interac, Moosehead, Pizza Pizza, Royal Canadian Mint and Specsavers. With three offices strategically located in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver, Media Experts is part of the IPG Mediabrands network. For more information, please visit .
What's in it for you?

• Generous paid time off with a minimum of 37 paid days off including vacation and monthly wellness days. We also have four-day long weekends, half-day summer Fridays, and meeting-free Friday afternoons year-round.
• A flexible hybrid work model that works for you.
• A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities, including mental health training and inclusion education for everyone.
• A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies.
• The opportunity to contribute to our company culture by joining one of our many community-based employee groups, such as Black Employee Network, Girls on Fire, Hispanic or Latinx Alliance, Neuro Network, Pan-Asian Network, and Rainbow Lounge.

Media Experts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law. If you require an accommodation in any aspect of the selection process, please reach out to .

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