Senior Strategist, Business Solutions
Horizon Media
- New York City, NY
- $70,000-80,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in the development of sound, strategic media plans with guidance/input from Supervisor, all based on client direction and an understanding of media principles
- Responsible for analysis of consumer research and competitive intelligence findings by junior team
- Collaborate on the development of POVs for new media opportunities on an ongoing basis
- Partner with junior and senior team members to generate presentation decks, put together final draft of presentation and participate in presenting to clients
- Continue to strengthen understanding of media strategy and applications, proactive in taking part in internal training and development opportunities
- Manipulate and analyze large datasets including competitive and target data
- Build and strengthen relationships with core clients and industry partners by serving as a Horizon Media contact
- Own and ensure accuracy of billing, budgets and flowcharts
- Manage day to day team projects, proof junior team member’s work, manage timelines and deliverables for internal and cross functional teams
- Responsible for leading internal meetings, including setting agenda and providing a clear meeting recap
- Lead communication with activation teams for all day to day media plan deliverables and buy maintenance
- Oversee junior team member’s engagement & interactions with other Horizon Media departments (i.e. Investment, Traffic, Operations)
- Effectively manage Assistant/Strategist’s day-to-day workflow, overseeing/proofing all work produced for distribution
- Guide Assistant(s) and/or Strategist(s) growth within Horizon Media and the industry at large, providing education on best practices and media principles
- Contribute to performance reviews of junior team members identifying strengths and areas for growth
- Participate in the interview process for Assistant/Strategist roles
- A strong communicator; able to confidently present and sell through ideas both internally and to clients
- A collaborative, team-oriented worker with strong time management and organization skills
- A problem solver with the ability to develop creative solutions
- Detail oriented with commitment to follow through
- Nimble and flexible with ability to oversee multiple deliverables and client requests
- Excited to lead and guide junior team members
- A supporter of and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion
- 2+ years previous media planning experience
- Familiarity with marketing principles, media math/terminology and basic analytical tools (MRI, R/Fs, etc.)
- Skilled in Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to discuss how those functions can or should be applied relative to the media planning process
There are no requirements for certificates, licenses and registrationsPhysical Activity and Work Environment
There are no requirements for physical activity and work environmentThe statements herein are 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 skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.#LI-JC2#LI-HYBRIDHorizon 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 $70,000.00 - $80,000.00A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity. 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.