Experience Planning Manager, Media Strategy Lead

Hearts & Science; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearts & Science in Chicago seeks a Manager, Experience Planning to lead day-to-day client liaison between brands, vendors and the media community. You will ensure plans meet objectives, work with Integrated Planners and Data Science to integrate campaigns, and guide teams across media types.

The role emphasizes strong presentation skills, media knowledge, and budgeting discipline to drive effective, consumer-focused plans that align with client goals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cross-channel branding strategy or media/communications.
• Strong team management and collaboration skills.
• Solid understanding of advertising, marketing and media concepts.
• Knowledge of Broadcast, Print, Outdoor and Digital media.
• Familiarity with media data sources and reporting.
• Ability to present plans clearly to clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train Associates and Senior Associates on planning activities.
• Manage client media issues and develop solutions.
• Set timetables for plan development and execution.
• Integrate planning philosophy into communications plans.
• Develop objectives and strategies aligned with marketing direction.
• Identify cross-platform opportunities and present media plans.
• Coordinate with Investment team and creative agencies.
• Monitor media performance and budget control.

Skills

Team management

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Presentation skills

Advertising and media knowledge

Media data interpretation

Tools

Syndicated research tools

Ad serving

Media billing tools

Job description

Hearts & Science in Chicago seeks a Manager, Experience Planning to lead day-to-day client liaison between brands, vendors and the media community. You will ensure plans meet objectives, work with Integrated Planners and Data Science to integrate campaigns, and guide teams across media types.

The role emphasizes strong presentation skills, media knowledge, and budgeting discipline to drive effective, consumer-focused plans that align with client goals.