Media Executive - Boston

Fundamental Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Healthcare coverage

16 days of paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

A marketing technology group in Boston is looking for a Media Executive to play a crucial role in planning and executing integrated media campaigns. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in media buying, data analysis, and digital media, along with excellent communication and negotiation skills. The role offers a competitive salary, healthcare benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar media buying/planning role or relevant advertising industry experience.
• Interest in analyzing campaigns for better outcomes.
• Ability to recognize good media opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Implement integrated advertising campaigns and assist in project management.
• Monitor key performance metrics and optimize campaigns.
• Attend client meetings to understand advertising strategy.

Skills

Media buying/planning experience

Campaign analysis

Knowledge of traditional media

Digital media expertise

Microsoft and Google Suite proficiency

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant coursework in advertising

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Fundamental Group started out as a media agency, specialising in clients within the Asset Management and Higher Education sectors. Our vision was to become a leading specialist, and we have achieved this through a combination of contemporary and innovative technologies. This includes our in‑house proprietary performance marketing technologies and reporting platforms, in‑house programmatic solutions, research team and most importantly our people, each with expert sector knowledge.

Over the past 20 years, we have grown into a marketing technology group which numbers over 170 people globally. With a strategic presence across the globe, our offices span key locations including London, Boston, Hong Kong and Sydney.

The Role

Reporting to one of our Account Directors, we are seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented individual to join our media team as a Media Executive. As a Media Executive, you will play a vital role in planning and buying across all media channels, but primarily digital. You should be passionate about both media and technology, digitally fluent, understanding the complexities of a fragmented media landscape and how best to deliver success. You and your team will work together to develop and execute outstanding integrated media strategies and programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Implementation of integrated advertising campaigns (all media, online and offline). Assist in project management, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Understand campaign data and monitor key performance metrics and help optimize campaigns based on data‑driven insights.
• Develop a core understanding of the target audience’s character, purchasing and media habits.
• Attend client meetings to understand advertising strategy and target audience.
• Assist in building and nurturing strong relationships with industry partners such as publishers, media vendors, and creative agencies.
• Collaborate with team on the creation of media plans, including selecting the appropriate channels, estimating budgets, and negotiating the best advertising rates that fit with the media strategy.
• Prepare competitive data overview, analysis, and presentation.
• Monitor and update clients on the effectiveness of campaigns.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar media buying / planning role or relevant advertising industry experience. Relevant coursework is also acceptable.
• An interest and passion in analyzing your campaigns and pushing for the best outcome.
• Knowledge of all forms of traditional media, a deep expertise in digital media is a plus.
• Awareness of media trends and a flair for business and commerce.
• Resourceful and creative, able to recognize good media opportunities and the ability to develop new ideas/concepts.
• Confidence presenting, with good written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suite, specifically Excel.

Personal Attributes

• Eagerness to work alongside a range of people and as an integral part of a team
• Excellent negotiation and good interpersonal skills. Persuasive and diplomatic.
• Demonstrable ability to make sensible, intelligent decisions in difficult and deadline‑driven situations
• A passionate approach to tasks with a can‑do attitude – committed to upholding professional standards while being flexible and self‑motivated

What we offer

• Supportive, friendly colleagues who work together to achieve shared goals
• Competitive salary and a discretionary bonus
• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, life cover, and paid parental leave
• 16 days of paid time off, separate from holidays and sick time
• Career growth opportunities: We’re committed to your success and offer recognition, rewards, and the training and support needed for advancement
• A dynamic and innovative work environment within a contemporary, team‑focused, and forward‑thinking company

If you’re looking for a company that values your contributions, invests in your development, and offers exciting rewards, Fundamental Media is the place for you!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.

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