Senior Media Planning & Strategy Associate

WPP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits package

Paid time off and well-being days

Job summary

WPP Media in Chicago is seeking a Senior Associate, Planning to help develop media strategy and media plans, and make insightful recommendations aligned with the approved strategy. You will manage daily tasks for stewarding approved plans and train Associates in media fundamentals, policies, and computer systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, budget awareness, and timely delivery with a hybrid work setup and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing/Media/Communications or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ year in media planning/communications planning.
• Strong understanding of media math, reach/frequency, and audience goals.
• Proficiency with systems/tools.
• Strong quantitative, analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a team, manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, business-minded, well organized.
• Digitally savvy with MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop media strategy and media plans and provide recommendations.
• Manage daily tasks for stewarding approved plans and budgets.
• Train Associates in media fundamentals, policies, and systems.
• Collaborate with internal/external teams to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

media fundamentals

analysis

team collaboration

deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing/Media/Communications

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

WPP Media in Chicago is seeking a Senior Associate, Planning to help develop media strategy and media plans, and make insightful recommendations aligned with the approved strategy. You will manage daily tasks for stewarding approved plans and train Associates in media fundamentals, policies, and computer systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, budget awareness, and timely delivery with a hybrid work setup and competitive benefits.