26973-Manager, Communications Design

Adelphi Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Omnicom Media in New York seeks a Manager, Planning to lead the development of integrated, multi-channel media strategies and oversee advanced campaign initiatives. You will contribute to data-driven recommendations and collaborate with multiple internal teams to ensure optimal plan outcomes.

The role emphasizes client service, accurate analyses, and mentorship of junior planners. A 3–5 year background in media planning and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent in advertising, marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in media planning or related field, agency experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and industry-standard planning tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support and co-lead the development and execution of integrated, cross-channel media plans aligned to client objectives.
• Analyze audience, market, and campaign data to drive media recommendations and optimize plan performance.
• Prepare client-facing materials and present analyses, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Monitor campaigns, perform optimizations, and deliver post-campaign analyses with clear takeaways.
• Mentor Planning Associates and Senior Associates, supporting onboarding and training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel & PowerPoint

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, communications, business, or a related field

Tools

Planning tools

MS Office

Job description

Agency:

Initiative

Job Function:

Media

Job Subfunction:

Media Planning and Buying

Job Description:

Manager, Planning

As a Manager in Planningat Omnicom Media, you will play a vital role in the planning team, leveraging your growing experience to support the development and implementation of complex, multi-channel media strategies. You will be responsible for more advanced tasks in campaign development, data analysis, and client service, while continuing to build your expertise as a media planning professional. Your analytical abilities and attention to detail will help deliver exceptional results for clients and contribute to overall team excellence

Within this role you have two core areas of responsibility:

Planning Excellence for the Client

• Support and co-lead the development and execution of integrated, cross-channel media plans that directly address client business objectives.
• Analyze audience, market, and campaign data to provide insights that inform media recommendations and optimize plan performance.
• Prepare and present client-facing materials, including flowcharts, presentations, and competitive reviews, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Participate in ongoing campaign monitoring, optimizations, and post-campaign analyses, delivering clear takeaways and actionable recommendations.
• Maintain strong understanding of client industries, goals, competitive environments, and evolving media landscapes.

Planning Excellence for the Team

• Act as a mentor and resource to Planning Associates and Senior Associates, providing guidance and supporting onboarding and ongoing training initiatives.
• Ensure high standards of documentation, project management, and adherence to Omnicom Media processes throughout all planning activities.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams-including activation, strategy, analytics, and content to ensure seamless plan implementation.
• Take initiative in updating and applying industry best practices, emerging technologies, and OM-specific tools to enhance planning outcomes.
• Proactively contribute ideas, solutions, and improvements to enhance team performance and client results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in media planning or a related field (agency experience preferred).
• Strong analytical skills and proven ability to interpret and synthesize data into meaningful insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and industry-standard planning tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and priorities with organization and attention to detail.
• Collaborative, proactive, and committed to ongoing learning and professional growth.

How We Will Measure Success

• Consistently deliver accurate, timely, and strategic work that contributes to successful campaign outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Demonstrate clear growth in media planning skills, client communication, and OM tool proficiency.
• Positive feedback from clients and internal teams for reliability, attention to detail, and teamwork.
• Positive feedback from clients and internal teams for reliability, attention to detail, and teamwork.
• Proactive engagement in team initiatives, process improvements, and knowledge-sharing activities.
  $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.

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