Assistant Media Planner

Overview:

22squared is looking for an Assistant Media Planner in our Atlanta office to assist with and participate in the development of overall media objectives and strategies and manage the flawless execution of those plans. It is a crucial position which requires an individual to work well within a team and be prepared for a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment. This individual is expected to show resourcefulness, exhibit accountability, and understand their role well enough to work independently and demonstrate initiative. The person is expected to be an active participant in meetings and day-to-day interactions with an increasing level of contribution as the experience builds.

Within the business side of advertising, this individual is expected to contribute in the planning, implementing and and especially maintaining of media campaigns to ensure our clients’ advertisements are reaching the right target audiences at the right times.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains records and prepares periodic reports as may be required on assigned accounts.
• Facilitates billing
• Building of Social Mocks and Coordination of social media execution
• Rotating responsibilities on the strategic business deliverables (i.e. Authorization, Budget Tracker, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Mac experience preferred, but not required.
• Begins to understand the methodology employed by the major research companies (i.e. Nielsen, Simmons, Comscore, eMarketer) and will learn to pull research and competitive data from the available resources.
• Demonstrates an energy level and dedication to learning that makes him/her promotable within the department.
• Thinks proactively – demonstrates ability to think about the next steps to move a project forward.
• Practices self development and problem solving skills.
• Excellent math skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in the media industry

Education and Experience:

• BA/BS in Marketing, Advertising, or Communications preferred