Senior Media Strategist - Midrand

Placements24; Midrand; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Media Strategist for a hybrid role based in Midrand, Gauteng. You will lead development and execution of media strategies across traditional and digital channels, manage budgets, and build strong vendor relationships.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in media strategy, excellent analytical skills, and a deep understanding of the South Africa media landscape. This role offers remote flexibility with in-office collaboration in Midrand.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• 5–7 years in media strategy, planning, or buying, preferably in an agency.
• Proven experience in developing and executing media campaigns across platforms.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach.
• Excellent understanding of the South Africa media landscape.
• Proficiency in media planning and analytics tools.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to lead multiple projects in a hybrid environment.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement comprehensive media strategies across traditional and digital channels.
• Oversee media planning, buying, and campaign execution to meet client objectives.
• Analyze media performance data and provide actionable insights for optimization.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media vendors and partners.
• Collaborate with internal creative and account teams for integrated campaign delivery.
• Stay abreast of media trends, technologies, and emerging platforms.
• Present media strategies and performance reports to clients and senior management.
• Manage media budgets and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Identify opportunities for media innovation and competitive advantage.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Analytical skills

Client management

Presentation skills

Communication

Strategic thinking

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications/Advertising

Master’s degree (plus)

Herramientas

Media planning tools

Analytics tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity within the Media & PR industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Media Strategist for a hybrid role based in **Midrand, Gauteng**. This position requires a seasoned professional to develop and oversee innovative media strategies that enhance brand presence and achieve client objectives. You will play a critical role in guiding media planning, execution, and analysis, ensuring optimal campaign performance. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of the media landscape, and the ability to build robust relationships with media partners. This role offers a unique blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration, allowing for strategic thinking and team synergy. We are looking for a leader who can drive results and inspire innovative media approaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive media strategies across traditional and digital channels.
• Oversee media planning, buying, and campaign execution to meet client objectives.
• Analyze media performance data and provide actionable insights for optimization.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media vendors and partners.
• Collaborate with internal creative and account teams to ensure integrated campaign delivery.
• Stay abreast of media trends, new technologies, and emerging platforms.
• Present media strategies and performance reports to clients and senior management.
• Manage media budgets and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Identify opportunities for media innovation and competitive advantage.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in media strategy, planning, or buying, preferably within an agency setting.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful media campaigns across various platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent understanding of the media landscape in **South Africa**.
• Proficiency in media planning and analytics tools.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead a team in a hybrid environment.
• Experience in client management and relationship building.
• Strategic thinker with a creative mindset.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, comprehensive health benefits, retirement fund contributions, and ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement. This hybrid role provides a balanced work environment with the flexibility to work remotely and collaborate effectively in the **Midrand** office. You will work on exciting and challenging campaigns, contribute to strategic decision-making, and be part of a highly collaborative and results-oriented team. We foster a culture of innovation and provide the resources for you to excel. Join us and shape the future of media strategy in **Gauteng**.