Media Planner

Team One; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 50,065 - 63,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Unlimited PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Pet adoption assistance

Job summary

Team One in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking a Media Planner to develop and manage media plans for the Lexus Dealer Association. This role requires strong collaboration with account management teams and experience in media planning tools.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years in media planning or related fields. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and PTO.

Qualifications

• At least two years of media planning or transferable experience.
• Strong experience with media planning tools and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Develop media plans across smaller markets.
• Responsible for managing financial aspects of assigned markets.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy in campaigns.

Skills

Media planning

Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MediaOcean (OX)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

The Media Planner develops and manages media plans across multiple regional markets for our client, the Lexus Dealer Association (LDA), using a strong understanding of local media habits, consumer behavior, and marketplace trends. In this role, you’ll partner with the Platforms and Account Management teams, and ensure market plans and reporting are accurate and on time. You will work with research tools like Nielsen, ComScore, IHS, and Kantar, and collaborate with buying partners to keep campaigns running smoothly. You’ll also support larger LDA initiatives and look for fresh media opportunities that strengthen the overall media mix. Some travel may be required for client and agency meetings.

What You’ll Do

• Develop media plans across multiple smaller markets
• Responsible for assigned market LDA financials including flowcharts, billing discrepancies, and vendor negotiations
• Collaborate with bullpen to support and/or approve their work on your assigned markets
  • Goal entries and buy authorizations
  • Flow charts and budgets
  • Budget and Billing Reconciliations
  • Financial Discrepancies
  • Maintain digital buys and compile/analyze metrics reports
  • Review and approve spot buys for accuracy based on provided guidelines.
• Developing Heavy Up/Cut recommendations
• Ensure accuracy and timely updates of the Master Planning Sheets
• Develop POV evaluations
• Maintain daily communication with account management teams and media buyers to foster strong working relationships
• Build and maintain positive relationships with the media community
• Create and potentially deliver client presentations for dealer meetings using PowerPoint or other presentation tools
• Strengthen communication skills through internal and client-facing opportunities
• Lead special projects as assigned
• Travel as needed to support client and agency meetings and initiatives
• Attend market meetings as media experts, answering questions about media strategies and performance in support of the presenter

What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree
• At least two years of media planning or transferable experience
• Strong experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with MediaOcean (OX), Mediatools/Guideline, Prisma or equivalent programs
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal
• Ability to be an enthusiastic, collaborative team player
• Good time management skills – ability to prioritize projects and meet tight deadlines when needed
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy on both internal and client-facing work

Why It’s Great To Work Here

• We live by our C.O.R.E. values:
  • Collaborative
  • Optimistic
  • Results-driven
  • Entrepreneurial
• We offer comprehensive benefits and ‘work perks’ like medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, unlimited PTO, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, family forming assistance reimbursement, pet adoption assistance + “pawternity” leave, etc.
• Hybrid work schedule (4 days in office / 1 day remote)
• Publicis Groupe global network resources and employee resource groups
• Volunteer opportunities and Day of Good
• Professional development trainings and regular performance reviews
• Team Fun events and activities

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we celebrate all identities. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, and parental/family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. For accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process, contact [e-mail]. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: USD $50,065.00 - USD $63,200.00/Annually. This is the pay range at posting. Compensation will be based on skills and experience. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range. The application deadline is 7/27/2026.