Hands-On Media Planning Lead — Hybrid Toronto

Interpublic; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Interpublic in Toronto is seeking a hands-on Planning Supervisor to oversee day-to-day media planning, delivery and operational workflows. The role combines people management with execution, QA, and client coordination in a hybrid work environment.

You will lead a small team, translate plans into actionable schedules, and step into campaign execution as needed, ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards across digital, social, programmatic and traditional channels.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years in media, integrated agencies or related delivery roles.
• Hands-on campaign execution experience.
• Proven ability to coach junior staff and develop talent.
• Degree in marketing, communications or business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day media planning, delivery workflows and QA.
• Manage a small team with regular 1:1s and performance feedback.
• Develop strategies and annual plans into actionable roadmaps.
• Coordinate client briefs, approvals, and status reporting to protect timelines.
• Own project timelines, budgets, and delivery QA checks.
• Support innovation pilots and practical feasibility assessments.

Skills

Media planning

Team leadership

Project management

QA & quality assurance

Operational workflows

Client servicing

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or business

Job description

Interpublic in Toronto is seeking a hands-on Planning Supervisor to oversee day-to-day media planning, delivery and operational workflows. The role combines people management with execution, QA, and client coordination in a hybrid work environment.

You will lead a small team, translate plans into actionable schedules, and step into campaign execution as needed, ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards across digital, social, programmatic and traditional channels.