Sr Associate, Investment, Broadcast

Rise is an award-winning
, full-service Media Agency of Record that is backed by data and powered by people. We create omnichannel experiences using our proprietary tech stack and advanced analytics capabilities to help solve the unique struggles brands face today. This approach, with transparency at its core
, specializes in omnichannel media, commerce and retail media, advanced in-home media, as well as content and creator marketing.

We offer "Risers" the opportunity to work in an ever-evolving industry that will foster learning and development, provide an innovative work environment with diverse projects and clients, career advancement paths a collaborative team environment, corporate social responsibility initiatives, an inclusive and diverse culture, plus association with a reputable media agency. We're looking for talent like you who can continue to elevate our work and culture.

The Senior Associate, Broadcast Investment is responsible for all aspects of broadcast media management (audio and video) for assigned clients, including negotiation, placement, management and reconciliation for assigned clients. The Senior Associate works closely with the Manager and Director to ensure buy goals are met. The Senior Associate must maintain quality control of all client activations and encourage team productivity as well as collaborate with our internal and external teams, clients and partners.

• Effectively manage all aspects of broadcast buys (audio and video) including negotiation, execution, maintenance, reconciliation, reporting and vendor management
• Collaborate with planners to aid the development of media plans for assigned clients
• Engage and implement all client-approved plans (ongoing)
• Foster and implement positive, collaborative, proactive communication with Account Management, Creative and Integrated Planning teams (via in-person, phone or email)
• Maintain a solid understanding of clients’ brands/products/markets/and target audiences
• Ensure accountability of client investment including posting of buys, reporting, make‑good / discrepancy management and invoice reconciliation
• Create, implement and support best practices across the team and within the department; identify areas for operational efficiencies and leverage Rise tools and technology for the benefit of our clients
• Foster accountability and ownership of client portfolio; marshal resources, as necessary, to ensure work is completed accurately and timely; lead and direct the work of other support staff, as appropriate
• Anticipate client needs in response to changing media and market landscapes by providing proactive info and solutions
• Meet tight deadlines within established budgets
• Miscellaneous projects / duties, as assigned or requested by Director

• Bachelor’s degree (communications, marketing, advertising, or business) or a combination of an Associate’s degree and related work experience
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language

• 5+ years of progressive media buying experience along with audio (OTA) and video (linear and non-linear) planning, buying and execution desired
• Proficiency in Media Ocean/Spectra and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); knowledge in research/data tools (SQAD, Vivvix, Nielsen, com Score, Prime Lingo, etc.) desired
• Strong interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with all clients and vendors, and all levels of the organization
• Proven track record of successfully delivering savings (ongoing) and advantaged audio / video campaigns
• Demonstrated understanding of media planning concepts such as reach, frequency, frequency management, impression share, ROI, ROAS, and other KPIs
• Strong media and vendor management skills along with demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills
• Relentless focus on client satisfaction with proven ability to exceed client expectations
• Strong analytical skills and command of media buying, research and reporting resource and tools
• Working knowledge of other media a plus (i.e. digital, print, search, social, OOH, etc.)
• Passion for a purpose-driven, team oriented, client-first, cross-functional…