Media Supervisor (Temporary)

Crossmedia Inc•New York, NY

About The Position

We’re looking for a bright cross-channel Media Supervisor to join our Planning & Business Leadership Team in a full time temporary role from February through June. The job covers media planning and buying from A to Z – target analysis, plan development, client management, program execution & optimization and championing integration and strategy. Crossmedia’s Supervisors are strong educators, taking opportunities to mentor their team on best practices and guiding most directly through campaign planning, but with an eye to excellence alongside the Investment teams in launch, execution, and reporting. As a natural problem solver, Supervisors exhibit resourcefulness daily, are always ahead of the game, expect client questions, develop timelines, and plan for weeks beyond. This role requires exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. At XM, it’s more than just doing the job, it’s about doing things the right way and living our values of Trust, Reason, and Happiness, day in and day out. Key responsibilities for a Supervisor at XM include: Reliable, ethical & operates in the best interest of XM & clients Development and ownership of all media strategy elements in partnership with Director, leveraging in-depth understanding of cross-channel media planning, the intricacies of online and offline media activation, and foundational media principles to tell a cohesive and strategic story Articulates a strong understanding of quantitative media strategy elements – media mix, role of channel, reach and frequency, flighting strategy etc. A motivated leader with excellent time management and organizational skills. Collaborates with Investment, Analytics, and Strategy counterparts to ensure actionable audience insights are incorporated into strategic recommendation In depth experience with tools like Vivvix/Pathmatics, YouGov, MRI/Simmons, Infegy, Commspoint, RBOO and NMI; questions data and usage rigorously and is able to weave together a story based on data and insights Oversees campaign timelines and ensures that the execution team meets expectations. Coordinates competitive analysis with the analytics team, dialing up insights and presenting the final product. Ensures the team clearly understands activation and in-depth knowledge of tactical media plans, and is accountable for maintaining holistic media plan accuracy Effective and efficient team guidance –meeting project timelines and managing client expectations. Manages up’ as well as down-level, setting expectations with their director and delivering tasks to their team. Serves as the key point of contact for clients related to strategic plan details, timelines, and deliverable expectations. Proactively encourages media + creative integration through cross-agency presentations and timelines Focuses on a quality product, adhering to Crossmedia high standards Oversees strategic media plan presentation and communication of that plan to the Investment team. Co-ownership with Director of holistic plan narrative building and storytelling, ensuring pull through into all tactical plan details Actively encourages usage of media metrics beyond the brilliant basics, including layers of quality, effectiveness, etc. Displays a deep understanding of industry trends, media partner, and platforms. Has strong analytical skills and can report back on media plan delivery – giving thoughtful and actionable insights and communicating effectively back to clients. Personal efforts generate satisfaction – clients, team, company Client(s) feels a sense of partnership Displays a high level of personal dedication and motivation. Positively contributes to Crossmedia culture. Participates in training to enhance their professional growth. Mentors Planner/Buyers; responsible for ongoing feedback to guide team growth.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in media planning
A thorough knowledge of all media channels
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented, organized, able to multitask, and work well under pressure
Experience working with data and analytics team, evaluating campaign performance, building insights, etc.
Familiarity with syndicated consumer research surveys (MRI, Simmons, YouGov, etc.)
Highly effective project manager: You have solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking agility.
Strong listening skills and believes good thinking can come from anyone and any place. A team player willing to compromise their point of view in support of others.

Responsibilities

Reliable, ethical & operates in the best interest of XM & clients
Development and ownership of all media strategy elements in partnership with Director, leveraging in-depth understanding of cross-channel media planning, the intricacies of online and offline media activation, and foundational media principles to tell a cohesive and strategic story
Articulates a strong understanding of quantitative media strategy elements – media mix, role of channel, reach and frequency, flighting strategy etc.
A motivated leader with excellent time management and organizational skills.
Collaborates with Investment, Analytics, and Strategy counterparts to ensure actionable audience insights are incorporated into strategic recommendation
In depth experience with tools like Vivvix/Pathmatics, YouGov, MRI/Simmons, Infegy, Commspoint, RBOO and NMI; questions data and usage rigorously and is able to weave together a story based on data and insights
Oversees campaign timelines and ensures that the execution team meets expectations.
Coordinates competitive analysis with the analytics team, dialing up insights and presenting the final product.
Ensures the team clearly understands activation and in-depth knowledge of tactical media plans, and is accountable for maintaining holistic media plan accuracy
Effective and efficient team guidance –meeting project timelines and managing client expectations.
Manages up’ as well as down-level, setting expectations with their director and delivering tasks to their team.
Serves as the key point of contact for clients related to strategic plan details, timelines, and deliverable expectations.
Proactively encourages media + creative integration through cross-agency presentations and timelines
Focuses on a quality product, adhering to Crossmedia high standards
Oversees strategic media plan presentation and communication of that plan to the Investment team.
Co-ownership with Director of holistic plan narrative building and storytelling, ensuring pull through into all tactical plan details
Actively encourages usage of media metrics beyond the brilliant basics, including layers of quality, effectiveness, etc.
Displays a deep understanding of industry trends, media partner, and platforms.
Has strong analytical skills and can report back on media plan delivery – giving thoughtful and actionable insights and communicating effectively back to clients.
Personal efforts generate satisfaction – clients, team, company
Client(s) feels a sense of partnership
Displays a high level of personal dedication and motivation.
Positively contributes to Crossmedia culture.
Participates in training to enhance their professional growth.
Mentors Planner/Buyers; responsible for ongoing feedback to guide team growth.

Benefits

Flexibility to work in hybrid manner with in-office and work from home options (depending on role).
Open/Flexible PTO with US & UK specific policies
Sponsored healthcare options and agency-wide physical & mental health support
401k with company match (USA), and generous Pension (UK)
Paid sabbatical at significant milestone anniversaries
Generous paid parental leave policy
Life milestone recognition & support
The Pursuit of Happiness Fund devoted to helping Crossmedians find their happy (be it travel, enrichment class, fitness membership or professional development)
Cell phone/tech reimbursement
Student Loan payment plan (US)
Tuition reimbursement
Learning & Development and training programs
And burgers – lots and lots of burgers