JOB TITLE:Assistant Media Strategist
DEPARTMENTMedia & Publishing
REPORTS TOMedia Strategy Supervisor; Associate Media Strategy Director
LOCATIONMST or PST working hours *see eligible states to hire
Please note that we are currently able to hire in the following states: AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, KS, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NJ, NV, NM, NC, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, DC.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Under the guidance of Media Management, this position is responsible for providing detailed assistance in the development and execution of strategic and audience-driven paid media plans across all media and publishing platforms. The Assistant Media Strategist will interact with the media department, internal integrated team, clients and media partners
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- The Assistant Media Strategist will assist in paid media plan development, ensuring plans deliver against the client KPI and overall audience channel strategy.
- Depending on client assignment, employee will be expected to help with all types of paid media, including digital, social and traditional, gaining advanced knowledge in all areas.
- Assists with monitoring both traditional and digital campaigns, helping to optimize where necessary in order to meet client KPI’s.
- Attends client meetings if needed, including supporting of status agendas and follow-up correspondence.
- Helps with reviewing and evaluating media proposals submitted and in developing POVs as needed.
- Helps with media negotiations and budget stewardship of plan/flowcharts from concept to final invoice reconciliation.
- Helps to secures and manage added value as part of plan negotiations to achieve client objectives, as well as providing appropriate recaps as needed.
- Generates insertion orders for approved media plans.
- Depending on client, assists with various media platforms such as Facebook/Instagram, ad platforms and traditional media buying programs.
- Helps with updating media flowcharts, budget & invoice reconciliations and plans as necessary.
- Assists in sending and tracking media authorizations and contracts, including proper documentation of all approvals, signed paperwork and revised documents.
- Helps with development of creative grids with proper media specifications for account and creative teams.
- Depending on client, contributes to reporting, optimization and analysis/ROI of client plans.
- Depending on client needs, helps facilitate competitive market/media analysis on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis for both internal and client teams.
- Reports to and collaborates with Media Strategy Supervisor or as assigned as media support on client business.
- Depending on the client assignment(s), role may specialize in broadcast, programmatic or other specialized areas within the organization.
- Understands and abides by the agency’s business practices, core values, philosophies and understands R&R’s branded process, policies and procedures.
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
- Depending on client, office location or business needs, some travel may be required.
- Will obtain various certifications including The TradeDesk, Meta, and Google within the first year of employment and complete R&R’s internal training program within the first year.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s degree in advertising or related field or equivalent experience.
- Internship or other experience in marketing field preferred.
- Strong oral, written and effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Basic understanding of Excel and other Microsoft programs
- Self-starter who is detail-oriented, organized, and can multi-task across assignments
- Establish and build positive and respectful relationships with internal teams, clients and media partners.
- Works to become educated on industry trends and market conditions, and looks for opportunity within marketplace, bringing forward proactive ideas and solutions that align with the client’s business goals.
- Develops understanding of assigned client business verticals, objectives and strategies.
- Maintains accurate daily time sheets.
- Maintains a business appropriate appearance and demeanor with clients and in other professional environments.
- Must be conscientious and self-motivated.
- Must be willing to work overtime when necessary.
- A team player whose qualities and motivations align with our agency’s core values – fearless, integrity, advocacy, impact, ingenuity and foresight.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being.
- Recharge and unwind with a generous time-off policy
- Stay connected with a mobile stipend
- Secure your financial future with a 401k and company match
- Make a difference through community involvement with time and financial matching
- Set goals and track progress through annual performance reviews
- Learning and development
ABOUT R&R PARTNERS
At R&R Partners, we don’t just solve problems—we redefine them. As a fiercely independent, full-service agency with over five decades of experience, we partner with the boldest minds and most innovative creators to tackle challenges others won’t dare touch. Our hybrid workforce spans 20+ states and Mexico City, blending diverse disciplines like government affairs, creative, media and crisis consulting to deliver groundbreaking solutions for some of the world’s most iconic brands.
