Mid to Senior Consultant Media Buying - Cape Town

Webrepublic; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital agency is seeking a Mid to Senior Consultant Media Buying in Cape Town to oversee and optimize display and video campaigns for a diverse client portfolio. The role requires 3-4 years of experience in programmatic buying, strong analytical skills, and a relevant degree. Enjoy a dynamic environment with growth opportunities, exciting projects, and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities to work on leading global brands

Learning from Subject Matter Experts

Flat hierarchies and short decision paths

Vibrant office space in Cape Town

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in programmatic media buying and ad server management.
• Proficient in campaign analysis and reporting.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate media strategy into platform-specific plans.
• Set up, optimise, and troubleshoot programmatic campaigns.
• Guide clients through various media buying models.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Campaign Management

Media Strategy

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Higher Certificate, National Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Over the last decade, Webrepublic has grown from an ambitious startup into Switzerland’s leading digital agency. More recently, Webrepublic has launched a subsidiary in South Africa to work hand-in-hand with our HQ in Switzerland. Our team in Cape Town has grown and we are now looking for a Mid to Senior Consultant Media Buying to expand our local presence into a large-scale operation.

As a Consultant Media Buying, you'll oversee display, native, audio, and video campaigns for a diverse client portfolio and give it your all to make our clients even more successful in the programmatic world.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Team Manager Media Buying, your duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• translate media strategy into platform-specific plans, accurately evaluating suitable placements and aligning with campaign objectives and audience targeting,
• guide clients through the digital landscape, articulating pros and cons of different buying models, inventory types, and platforms,
• independently and flawlessly set up, optimise, and troubleshoot programmatic campaigns across Display and Video in various platforms (Display & Video 360, Campaign Manager 360, Teads Ads Manager etc.),
• work collaboratively within cross-functional teams, contributing to a positive and solution-focused team culture.

Qualifications and Skills

As an ideal candidate, you must have the following:

• a Higher Certificate, National Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree from a recognised college or university in a relevant field like marketing, communication, business, or related field,
• have at least 3-4 years of relevant work experience in programmatic media buying and ad server management, with a passion for campaign implementation and execution,
• proficient in identifying campaign-level optimisation opportunities, conducting analyses, and generating insightful reports,
• possess an independent and meticulous working style, a strong affinity for numbers and data, and exceptional attention to detail,
• experience in paid Social Media operations or the willingness to develop skills in this field is an advantageous asset,
• fluent in English; knowledge of German is a significant advantage.

What we offer

On our side, we offer...

• a dynamic work environment fostering personal growth and development,
• opportunities to work on exciting projects with leading global brands,
• learning from Subject Matter Experts across all digital marketing disciplines,
• flat hierarchies and short decision paths, being part of a young, dynamic, and international team,
• exposure to disciplines beyond your own skill set,
• a vibrant office space in Cape Town and a flexible work environment (hybrid work),
• a very competitive compensation package.

Are you Interested?

We are looking forward to receiving your online application including your CV and references.

Webrepublic is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We will give preference to previously disadvantaged individuals.