Strategist, Business Solutions

Horizon Media Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Horizon Media in Alberta, Canada is seeking a curious, organized, data-driven strategist/planner with 1-2 years of experience to join our growing team. The Business Solutions Strategist oversees strategy, planning, and delivery of campaigns, coordinating with the Business Solutions Supervisor and partner agencies to ensure timely execution and client impact.

You'll help develop plan recommendation decks, analyze marketplace trends, and present insights to clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years planning experience with multiple media channels preferred.
• Strong analytical skills in media math and industry tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent verbal and written communication and client management experience.
• Experience developing and presenting plan presentations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day media plan development and budget analysis with activation teams.
• Inform strategy and recommendations using client products/services and industry insight.
• Guide Assistant Strategist; ensure timely status updates and reports.
• Assemble media posts, post campaign analysis and competitive reports.
• Maintain open communication with clients and media partners as main Horizon contact.

Skills

Media planning

Media math

MS Office

Client relations

Plan presentations

Curiosity

Tools

Vividata

ComScore

Point Logic

Job description

Job Description Location: Alberta, Canada Who We Are Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles, Toronto and Edmonton. 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, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, experience, together. Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.

Job Summary

We are looking for a curious, organized, enthusiastic, data driven strategist/planner with 1-2 years of experience to join our growing team! The Business Solutions Strategist is responsible for strategy, planning, management and execution of all account requirements. The Strategist works directly with the Business Solutions Supervisor, ensuring that all campaign and administrative items are communicated to the appropriate teams and partner agencies in a timely manner. They oversee delivery of campaign materials, such as media authorizations, schedule or insertion reports as well as creative elements to clients and internal teams. In part with team leadership, the Business Solutions Strategist participates in brainstorming sessions, status meetings and client plan presentations. The Business Solutions Strategist also aids in the development of plan recommendation decks, utilizing their knowledge of client’s business objectives, competitive landscape and marketplace analysis to inform sound strategy and recommendation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

35% - Strategic Planning 20% - Client Relations 45% - Stewardship

• 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
• 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 of Assistant Strategist
• Remain current on the status of media assignments and executions to inform weekly internal and client status reports, alerting appropriate management to 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

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Effectively guide development of Assistant Strategist within Horizon as well as the industry at large, educating Assistant on Horizon’s principles, industry and media trends
• Delegate and manage Assistant daily tasks, reviewing all finalized work for internal or client distribution
• Contribute to performance reviews of Assistant Brand Strategy, identifying strengths and areas for growth
• Participate in interview process for Assistant Brand Strategist role

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Minimum 1-2 years planning experience required, experience with multiple media channels preferred
• A curious mind
• Solid understanding of media math, terminology and analytical tools (Vividata, ComScore, Point Logic amongst others)
• 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

No requirements for certificates, licenses and registrations

Physical Activity and Work Environment

No requirements for physical activity and work environment

Disclosures

The 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 of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. In our recruitment process, we may use AI-powered tools to help identify potential candidates for this role. Applicants with disabilities who may need a reasonable accommodation during the interview/hiring process should email the following: [e-mail]

Salary Range: 55,000.00 CAD - 80,000.00 CAD #LI-KK1 #LI-HYBRID

Salary Range $55,000.00 - $80,000.00

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