Broadcast Sales Planner / Media Buyer (contract) [78233]

Onward Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sales Planner with experience in linear media sales planning or media buying. This role involves driving the RFP process, building proposals, and ensuring seamless execution of advertising campaigns. The position is contract-based with a hybrid schedule in NYC and offers competitive pay.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in linear media sales planning or media buying.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end RFP process, from proposal development through order entry.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Ad Ops and other teams.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Base pay range

$30.00/yr - $35.00/yr

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Overview

This position is ideal for a Sales Planner with at least 2 years of experience in linear media (traditional broadcast television, cable, or radio) sales planning or media buying, preferably from an agency or media company. The role supports a dedicated book of business and is responsible for driving the RFP process, building proposals, and ensuring the seamless execution of advertising campaigns.

Type: Contract

Schedule: Hybrid NYC, M-F, regular business hours

Duration: 6 months

Pay: $30 - $35/hr, paid weekly, benefits eligible

• Lead the end-to-end RFP process, from proposal development through order entry
• Work with Sales and Revenue Management to implement pricing and packaging strategies
• Maintain up-to-date pipeline data and manage all campaign budget updates (e.g., optimizations, cancellations, makegoods)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Ad Ops, Inventory Analytics, Streaming, and Measurement teams
• Monitor campaign delivery and performance in partnership with Ad Ops
• Assist Finance with billing reconciliation and reporting
• Respond to agency/client requests and support sales communications
• Create account-specific materials and presentations for client meetings
• Identify inefficiencies in workflow and propose process improvements
• Minimum 2 years of experience in linear (traditional broadcast television, cable, or radio) sales planning or media buying (agency or media company experience preferred)
• Linear media experience is required; digital-only backgrounds will not be considered
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused approach
• Familiarity with media math and industry-standard ad sales terms
• Experience with Operative One and knowledge of the TV/streaming ecosystem is a plus

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Advertising and Project Management
• Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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