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We are always looking for qualified, exciting people to join our offices.
The role, in brief: The Media Planner is responsible for preparing and implementing client media plans of all types for existing and prospective clients. This includes audience identification, research, development, and presentation of media plans and buys. The Media Planner is an expert at understanding emerging trends and best practices across our evolving media landscape.
What you'll do:
Main responsibilities:
- Research, develop, and plan media for specific clients
- Possess and maintain an understanding of media planning and buying across mediums – including broadcast television (national and spot), radio, print, out-of-home, digital across all platforms/devices and social media
- Present media plans to internal and client audiences
- Gather, organize, and present competitive research and spending data
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities and foster innovative solutions
- Work closely with research and account service team members to frame and participate in strategy development, set goals, and participate in the measurement process
- Negotiate best possible rates, special parameters, value-added sponsorships, and promotions and be able to justify all media recommendations
- Take a lead position in the campaign review process – leading teams to better performing work
Those who succeed in this role have the following qualifications:
- Three (3)+ years of agency experience in media planning and buying, including digital and/or social experience
- Strong written and verbal presentation skills and style
- Ability to manage people and projects smoothly and efficiently
- Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating energy and passion for the work
- Effective problem-solver and generator of innovative solutions
- Focused on delivering great work, no matter project size or complexity
- Versed in applicable software and technology platforms
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and media research/planning tools
Ideal candidates will also have:
- Communicate in a clear, coherent, and professional manner
- Develop and facilitate strong relationships across the agency, and in workflow
- Represent the team and the agency in a positive manner in all endeavors
The salary range for all mid-level positions at Vladimir Jones is $55,000 to $92,000. This role will likely fall into the $55,000-$65,000 range.
This role can be based out of our Denver, CO or Colorado Springs, CO offices.
We have some pretty amazing perks too!
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Vladimir Jones Perks
Health & Well-Being Offerings:
- Multiple health plan tiers with the agency covering between 60% and 100% of the premium, depending on the plan
- 50% contribution on dental
- An optional Flexible Spending Account for both medical and child/dependent care
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Pet insurance
A Generous PTO Policy:
- 15 days for 0-4 years
- 17 days for 5-9 years
- 20 days for 10-14 years
- 22 days for 15+ years
We value and seek out well-rounded individuals who lead rich and full lives outside of the office to work at VJ and we provide a generous PTO policy for the team to utilize. We are also very flexible with providing the time you need to conduct your life in a meaningful way outside of the standard PTO request and within our weekly office hours, because we know that life events are often unplanned. We will always work with you in these instances. Based on agency-wide performance, there is also the potential for a bonus PTO week for the entire agency between Christmas and New Year’s that does not require employees to use any of their personal PTO days.
8 hours off per year for volunteering.
Employee Recognition Program:
Vlad Adds, an internal point-based rewards system in which employees are recognized for exceptional performance, tenure at the agency, and ongoing education efforts. Points can be redeemed for additional PTO, educational opportunities, or gift cards.
Vladimir Jones Perks
Health & Well-Being Offerings:
- Multiple health plan tiers with the agency covering between 60% and 100% of the premium, depending on the plan
- 50% contribution on dental
- An optional Flexible Spending Account for both medical and child/dependent care
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Pet insurance
A Generous PTO Policy:
- 15 days for 0-4 years
- 17 days for 5-9 years
- 20 days for 10-14 years
- 22 days for 15+ years
We value and seek out well-rounded individuals who lead rich and full lives outside of the office to work at VJ and we provide a generous PTO policy for the team to utilize. We are also very flexible with providing the time you need to conduct your life in a meaningful way outside of the standard PTO request and within our weekly office hours, because we know that life events are often unplanned. We will always work with you in these instances. Based on agency-wide performance, there is also the potential for a bonus PTO week for the entire agency between Christmas and New Year’s that does not require employees to use any of their personal PTO days.
8 hours off per year for volunteering.
Employee Recognition Program:
Vlad Adds, an internal point-based rewards system in which employees are recognized for exceptional performance, tenure at the agency, and ongoing education efforts. Points can be redeemed for additional PTO, educational opportunities, or gift cards.