Media Assistant, Buying

UM Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing firm in Toronto seeks a Media Assistant, Buying. This entry-level position involves supporting Buyers with campaign execution and ensuring accurate media buys. The ideal candidate will have a background in marketing or advertising, strong client service skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Benefits include generous paid time off, a flexible hybrid work model, and personal development training.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Flexible hybrid work model

Focus on personal development

Qualifications

• Driven desire to develop and excel in a media career.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist Buyers with campaign execution.
• Upload media buys, tracking changes accurately.
• Assist in preparing client billing estimates.

Skills

Client service oriented

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Highly developed organizational skills

Professional analytical and financial acumen

Education

Professional or educational background in Marketing or Advertising

Job description

Overview

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The role of a Media Assistant, Buying is to support the team with the maintenance and documentation of the client’s media buys, as well as to assist the Buyer in preparing data for the purchase and subsequent evaluation of campaigns.

This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media investment team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Buyers with campaign execution.
• Upload media buys and track changes with a high level of accuracy.
• Assist in the preparation of client billing estimates and reconciliations.
• Assist in solving and clearing billing discrepancies and queries in a timely manner.
• Prepare and send out station lists.
• Work with media partners to ensure all relevant information is obtained in order to maintain accurate media buys.
• Ensure invoice information is collected, and follow up with external suppliers to gather missing information.
• Accurately maintain system and client records.
• Attend media seminars and presentations as required.
• Develop proficiency with media-related tools and research systems.
• Proactively develop knowledge of the media landscape.

Qualifications

• Professional or Educational background in Marketing or Advertising would give leverage to this application.
• Driven desire to develop and excel in a media career.
• Client service oriented.
• Professional analytical and financial acumen.
• Proactive approach to problem solving, assisting the team, self-development, etc.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
• Highly developed organizational skills with professional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.
• Professional learning agility, with a passion for continuous development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

What’s in it for you?

• Generous paid time off with a minimum of 37 paid days off including vacation and monthly wellness days. We also have four-day long weekends, half-day summer Fridays, and meeting-free Friday afternoons year-round.
• A flexible hybrid work model that works for you.
• A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities, including mental health training and inclusion education for everyone.
• A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies.
• The opportunity to contribute to our company culture by joining one of our many community-based employee groups, such as Black Employee Network, Girls on Fire, Hispanic or Latinx Alliance, Neuro Network, Pan-Asian Network, and Rainbow Lounge.

UM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law. If you require an accommodation in any aspect of the selection process, please reach out to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Strategy / Planning and Advertising

Industries

• Advertising Services, Marketing Services, and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution