Media Strategist

Media Buyer & Planner

We’re looking for a media buyer and planner to research, plan and buy all forms of media for our clients. Media buyers and planners must have digital and emerging media experience, with at least 5 years of experience. Agency and Strata experience isn’t a must, but it’s a definite plus.

About You

You’ve developed your own strategic perspective on media buying and planning, so you can come right in and offer valuable insights. You’re always studying the ever-evolving digital landscape and how media tactics transform from one quarter to the next, with the ultimate goal of keeping our clients one step ahead, no matter what tomorrow might bring.

About Us

We’re a full-service agency with offices in Des Moines and Sioux Falls. At the heart of our success has always been human creativity. The role of brilliant individuals, and their original ideas, remains just as relevant today as when we opened our doors 40 years ago. That’s why we continue to take care of our own like we take care of our clients.

Responsibilities

Note: This is a full-time, onsite role in Des Moines, Iowa.

• Create complex omni-channel media plans built around thoughtful strategies.
• Negotiate with a firm but fair approach, putting client value at the forefront.
• Establish, maintain and communicate deadlines for material delivery to all appropriate individuals.
• Maintain agency media schedules, create back-end reporting and offer thoughtful insights on campaign results.
• Manage day-to-day contact with media vendors.
• Alert media director and account services of special media offers, placement opportunities, etc.
• Study ongoing evolution of digital landscape and media tactics.
• Maintain current program skills related to the performance of daily job functions: Strata, Microsoft, Google and others as deemed necessary.

Qualifications

• College degree (preferred).
• Ability to think strategically and offer valuable insight on media execution as it applies to achievement of client goals.
• Attention to detail.
• Hands-on experience managing demand-side platforms.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and staff.
• Other duties as directed by department leader.

Perks + Benefits

• Office in the heart of downtown — steps away from art, culture and some of the city’s best spots for coffee, lunch and happy hour.
• Free downtown parking.
• Comprehensive plans for group health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• 401k with company match.
• Plenty of Personal Time Off (PTO), plus paid holidays.
• Potential for bonuses based on success of agency.
• Even more money for Employee Referral Program.
• Extracurriculars that tend to be historic events.