Media Planner - Toronto
15 hours ago
Job description
About WPP MediaWPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit
WPP Media is WPP's global media collective.
In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth.
For more information, visitAt WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It's what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other.
In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media's shared core values:
Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.
About EssenceMediacom:
A Leading WPP Media Brand
EssenceMediacom is a new breed of media agency.
Grounded in analytics & insights and powered by data & technology, we believe in the power of media and creative to drive breakthroughs for the world's best brands.
We help clients understand the modern marketing paradox and discover the breakthroughs brands need to win with their consumers.We are designed for the new communications economy — built on data & technology, built for people & algorithms, built around diverse schools of thought, built to test & learn at scale, and, crucially, built to evolve.
Role Summary and Impact
The Media Planner provides support to the managers in the senior team, contributes to overall client service requirements and assists in the management of media plan executions.
Your Impact:
Day to day for some client contacts
Nurture relationships with and work directly with client partner agencies
Build positive relationships with client contacts
Assist in the development of media plans and presentations in conjunction with senior planners
Be able to put smaller plans together and execute with minimal management direction
Ensure team deadlines are met
Oversee all media accounting, and administrative duties required on assigned accounts including monthly media expenditure reports (BCRs)
May carry out buy brief meetings with Investment Team
Access appropriate research as it applies to clients' needs, using Integrated Media Systems, InfoSys, COMNavigator, comScore, and other proprietary tools
Effectively work with Finance, Investment Team, Traffic and other internal groups in order to ensure that client activity is in good order
Your Skills & Behaviour:
Strong customer service skills
Demonstrated time management and multitasking skills
Solid collaborative and team work oriented skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Solid interpersonal skills
Begin to develop presentation skills
Detail oriented and able to meet tight deadlines
Begins to understand the client's business
Detail, accuracy and mathematical competency a must
Strong computer skills with a particular emphasis in Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to manage and meet multiple demands within timelines
Desire to develop and excel in their media career and a passion for all things media
Develop understanding of Systems Thinking
Develop presentation skills
Develop audience planning skills
Competency in multi-channel media planning and reporting (experience digital, social, search and eComm planning an asset)
Education and Experience:
1-3 years media planning/buying experience
Post-secondary degree, specialization in Advertising and/or Marketing is an asset
Skills and Experience
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working with media planning tools and research platforms (e.g., Comscore, MRI, Kantar, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client and internal relationships.
Familiarity with various media channels, including digital, social, search, and traditional media.
A proactive and curious mindset, eager to learn and adapt to evolving media landscapes.
Life at WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we're just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment.
WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.
We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events.
Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics.
We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between the values at the bottom of this posting.
$39,750—$66,250 CAD
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