Junior Media Planning Associate

OMD; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Omnicom Media is seeking an Associate in Planning to learn and contribute to multi‑channel media plans. You will support the planning team with data interpretation and the development of client‑facing deliverables, including flowcharts and presentations, while helping drive campaign insights.

This entry‑level role emphasizes collaboration with strategists, activation, and analytics teams, and ongoing learning of OM tools and best practices in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• Familiarity with core principles of media planning and the marketing ecosystem.
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to interpret and synthesize data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with media tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning team in executing cross‑channel media strategies that deliver on client business objectives.
• Gather and interpret data to assist in building strategic media plans across digital and traditional channels.
• Aid in the creation of client‑facing deliverables including flowcharts, presentations, competitive reviews, and reporting materials.
• Contribute to campaign analyses that provide actionable insights and recommendations for ongoing improvement.
• Collaborate effectively with planning, strategists, activation, and analytics teams to enable a unified approach.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Media tools

Job description

Omnicom Media is seeking an Associate in Planning to learn and contribute to multi‑channel media plans. You will support the planning team with data interpretation and the development of client‑facing deliverables, including flowcharts and presentations, while helping drive campaign insights.

This entry‑level role emphasizes collaboration with strategists, activation, and analytics teams, and ongoing learning of OM tools and best practices in a fast‑paced environment.