
Who We Are
Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We areheadquarteredin New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging.
At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed,safeand empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspectiveallowsus to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.
Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.
TheIntegratedSr.Strategistis responsible forthe fluidity and efficient execution of all account maintenance tasks in coordination with theSupervisor, ensuring that all campaign and administrative items are communicated to theappropriate teamsand partner agenciesin a timely mannerThe IntegratedSr.Strategist is also a key player in the activation of digital media, as all digital media is not only planned but executed through the integrated strategy function.
They oversee delivery of campaign materials, such as media authorizations,insertion orders,scheduleor insertion reports as well as creative elements to clients and internal teams. In part with team leadership, theyparticipatein brainstorming sessions, statusmeetingsand client plan presentations. TheIntegratedSr.Strategist also aids in the development of plan recommendation decks,utilizingtheir knowledge of client’s businessobjectives, competitivelandscapeand marketplace analysis to inform sound strategy and recommendation.
The IntegratedSr.Strategist is a crucial position which requires an individual to work well within a team and be prepared for a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment. This individual is expected to show resourcefulness, exhibit accountability, workindependentlyand demonstrate initiative.Thewillown the day-to-daylogisticsin the planning,implementingandmaintainingof digital media campaigns, in addition toparticipationin developing the broader multi-channel strategy.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
30% - Strategic Planning
20% - Client Relations
25% - Stewardship
25% - Media Activation
Manage the day-to-day media plan development, budgetary analysis, buy maintenance and implementation of campaigns, working closely with activation teams to ensure that media plans are executed smoothly
Employs Horizon’s suite of planning,evaluationand buying tools (i.e.Nielsen,Comscore, eMarketer and Forrester) for application/analysis into competitive landscape, target consumption support, plandevelopmentand reporting
Provides critical thinking and analysis to draw conclusions and construe actionable implications
Utilize knowledge and understanding of client’s products/services and industry to inform sound strategy and recommendations
Effectively manage all daily tasks as well as guide development and education ofjunior members of the team
Remain current on the status of media assignments and executions to inform weekly internal and client status reports, alertingappropriate managementto any problems or delays
Assemble and assess media posts, post campaign analysis, and competitive reports to inform future planning and recommendations
Build and foster open communication with clients and media partners, serving as a key HMI contact
Media Activation
Participates and leads team brainstorms to kick off plan and consideration set development forall channels
Monitors trends, tools,opportunitiesand applicationsin themedialandscape, and appropriatelyappliesthat knowledge
Investigates cross-channel opportunities
Creates and presents media specific documents such as RFPs, media plans,objectivesand strategies decks, and other related functions
Coordinates review of RFP submissions for maximized social media integrations.
Leads in RFP review of partners/site responses, compiles proposal analysis and drives partner negotiations
Campaign execution & management:
Traffic plan assets such as creative and required tracking tags
Set up 3rd partyadserver/trackersystem:follows through to ensure sites are enabled, functioning properly and all materials are received from creative agency
Executes Quality Assurance (QA) of tracking functionality and creative units toidentifyand solve any issues
Creates campaign post launch information such as screenshots,linksand placement information todemonstrateproof of placement for clients
Enters and manages plans in billing system, tracks insertion orders, creative specifications development, and handles Traffic sheets/creative assignment as necessary
Generates insertion orders within internal systems tool to reserve advertising space andis responsible foraccuracy of plan details and confirmation of delivery ensuring proper protocol
Maintains plan records, insertion orders, contact lists, specdocumentsand TIsheetsetc.
Monitors,managesandoptimizesself-service paid social activation across Facebook,Twitterand other relevant social environments; includes buy set-up (targeting selections)
Manages day-to-day communication with key partners: Vendors, Partner Agencies and Creative media and social clients
Supervisory Responsibilities
Effectively guide development of Strategist within Horizon as well as the industry at large
Delegate and manageStrategistdaily tasks, reviewing all finalized work for internal or client distribution
Contribute to performance reviews ofStrategist,identifyingstrengths and areas for growth
Knowledge and Skills Required
Minimum2-3years planning experiencerequired, experience with multiple media channels preferred
Solid understanding of media math,terminologyand analytical tools (MRI, Nielsen, Scarborough)
Proficiencywith digital campaign set up and trafficking in Prisma, SBMS, DCM,Innovid, DV
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Effective verbal and written communication skills, problem solving mentality
Professional demeanor and strong client relationship management experience
Experience developing and presenting plan presentations
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
There are no requirements for certificates, licenses and registrations
Physical Activity and Work Environment
There are no requirements for physical activity and work environment
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The statementshereinare intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skillsrequired ofpersonnel so classified. Furthermore, they do notestablisha contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Salary Range
$66,300.00 - $80,000.00
A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual’s skill sets, experience, training, education, licensure/certifications, and qualifications for the role. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach.We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.

Horizon Media is a leader in driving business-based outcomes for marketers. The company was founded in 1989, is headquartered in New York, and has offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. With estimated billings of $8.7 billion and over 2,300 employees, Horizon is the third largest U.S. media agency according to COMvergence data.
Recognized as one of the world’s ten most innovative marketing and advertising companies by Fast Company, Horizon Media has been named Media Agency of the Year by MediaPost, Adweek and AdAge and is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its culture, Horizon is also consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, Forbes, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal; including “Best Workplaces for Diversity,” “Best Workplaces for Women,” and “Best Workplaces for Millennials” honors.
Bill Koenigsberg, President, CEO and Founder of Horizon Media, has earned almost every industry accolade and, in 2019, garnered the marketing’s highest honor when he was inducted into the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Hall of Fame.
TOGETHER WE'RE BUILDING A PLACE OF BELONGING
At Horizon, diversity, equity and inclusion are pillars of our culture. Numerous studies show that a more diverse workplace benefits everyone in so many ways; employees, organizations and their clients. When people feel that they belong and are included, they become committed and feel empowered to be more innovative. And that is the workforce we strive to have.
We welcome everyone and do not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. We want you to feel welcomed, safe and know that you’re a vital member of our community.
For more information, visit:
www.horizonmedia.com or www.horizonmedia.com/careers.