Media Buyer

Company description About Us: With a history that dates back over 80 years, Starcom is a global communications planning and media leader. We are an agency still grounded in our founding principle that people are at center of all we do. Each day, we apply this belief to harness the transformative power of data and technology to inspire and move people and business forward. With more than 7,000 employees in over 100 offices around the world, Starcom partners with the world's leading marketers and brands. Within Canada, Starcom is a part of Publicis Media within Publicis Groupe, one of the world’s leading communications groups. Our team spans across our Windsor, Toronto and Montreal offices. We truly love the world of Media and Advertising. We see the planning and buying process as art. However, it is an art that is always best when backed by the science of empirical data. You will be joining a well recognized agency with credentials: Great Places to Work certified three years in a row Only communications company to be ranked in LinkedIn’s Top 25 Great Places to Work 2022 Media Agency of the Year 2023 Media Agency of the Year finalist Overview The Media Buyer negotiates with media vendors to secure the most cost-effective delivery of objectives; balancing price with quality factors. The negotiation is reflective of the strategy & brand requirements of approved campaigns in TV, CTV & Radio in a team environment. This role requires a candidate who is analytical, math proficient, and well organized with great attention to detail. The candidate must be well informed of the TV, Radio & CTV landscape (programming, trends, formats, ownership) trends and research. Responsibilities Negotiate approved executions – TV (including linear optimized), Radio & CTV Working with specialty teams to identify and implement efficient business practice. Work with media vendors regarding tactical aspects of the media buy to achieve campaign objectives and/or fulfill a client request Manage contracts/ insertion orders and any resulting revisions with media vendors Input broadcast/CTV media buys Actualize media spending Assist with financials Train media assistants Prepare/develop reports in PowerPoint & Excel – routine & custom reports Usage of all media related systems Media management - DDS, buying platform Media Research - nLogic Qualifications Minimum of Associate Degree in Media, Bachelor’s degree a plus/preferred Track record of success throughout post-secondary career and previous employment Minimum of 2+ years of media buying Media systems’ proficiency Strong analytical & math proficiency skills Solid verbal and written communication skills Technical proficiency, particularly with Excel, Word and PowerPoint Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities Able to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure Detail-oriented and able to produce accurate work product Additional information We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request. Salary Transparency matters to us. The salary range for this position is $50k- 55k per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data. AI Use We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. We believe in a human-first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people. Spark Foundry is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We create and nurture a vibrant work environment that celebrates, values and leverages all aspects of diversity and inclusiveness, attracts world-class talent and serves as the industry benchmark for best practices. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request. Please contact our recruiter for any questions, accommodations or specific requests. We thank all candidates for their interest in Spark Foundry however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

Minimum of Associate Degree in Media, Bachelor’s degree a plus/preferred Track record of success throughout post-secondary career and previous employment Minimum of 2+ years of media buying Media systems’ proficiency Strong analytical & math proficiency skills Solid verbal and written communication skills Technical proficiency, particularly with Excel, Word and PowerPoint Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities Able to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure Detail-oriented and able to produce accurate work product

Negotiate approved executions – TV (including linear optimized), Radio & CTV Working with specialty teams to identify and implement efficient business practice. Work with media vendors regarding tactical aspects of the media buy to achieve campaign objectives and/or fulfill a client request Manage contracts/ insertion orders and any resulting revisions with media vendors Input broadcast/CTV media buys Actualize media spending Assist with financials Train media assistants Prepare/develop reports in PowerPoint & Excel – routine & custom reports Usage of all media related systems Media management - DDS, buying platform Media Research - nLogic