Media Manager (Media Buying / Planning) at VaynerMedia LLC

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

100000.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Media Buying, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Client Service, Data Analysis, Team Leadership, Budget Management, Performance Optimization, Communication, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Strategic Guidance, Ad Technology, Analytics, Social Media, Programmatic Advertising

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

ABOUT VAYNERX VaynerX (https://vaynerx.com) is the most contemporary family of companies, working together to build and grow brands. Subsidiaries include VaynerMedia, Eva Nosidam Productions, The Sasha Group, Gallery Media Group, Tingley Lane Trading, VaynerSpeakers, and VaynerCommerce. ABOUT VAYNERMEDIA VaynerMedia is a global integrated creative and media agency, built for today's consumers. As the Modern Agency of Record, it understands the nuances of today's attention landscape, empowering brands to win attention, drive relevance, and deliver business results. Founded in 2009, by Gary Vaynerchuk, the independently owned agency operates in 15 offices worldwide, including Amsterdam, Bangkok, Chicago, New Delhi, Kuala Lumpur, London, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Miami, New York, Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Sydney. VaynerMedia is part of the VaynerX family of companies. In a Nutshell: The Media Manager drives digital media campaign success from strategy to execution. This hybrid role blends planning and hands-on buying, requiring expertise in developing and implementing innovative media strategies, leading a team, and delivering exceptional client results. The Media Manager acts as a key marketing partner to clients, providing strategic guidance, fostering relationships, and ensuring effective media investments. What You’ll Do: Manage the full campaign lifecycle, from initial strategy and client consultation on media approaches, platform nuances, and ad operations (to maximize ROI) to hands-on buying, budget management, and ongoing performance optimization. Develop and deliver comprehensive, data-driven media strategies that encompass planning, execution, and optimization across digital platforms to achieve client goals. Oversee media plan execution, proactively identifying opportunities to improve campaign performance, troubleshooting issues, and managing ad technology vendors. Create deliverables such as quarterly decks and performance recaps, and monitor campaign performance to derive insights and implement data-backed optimizations. Provide excellent client service, including proactive communication, strategic guidance, and the cultivation of strong client relationships. Lead and mentor a team of Media Analysts and Senior Media Analysts, fostering growth, a collaborative culture, and high-quality work. Oversee team performance, deliverables, and workflows, implementing process improvements and optimizing structures to maximize output. Collaborate with internal teams (Insights & Strategy, Creative, Project Management, Analytics) to develop omnichannel media strategies. Contribute to agency growth by identifying opportunities to offer additional services to existing clients and introduce new clients. Maintain relationships with media vendors and develop platform, publisher, and brand partnerships. What You’ve Got: 3-5+ years of media agency experience managing and executing across digital platforms Experience buying and planning across multiple digital media channels with depth in a majority of the following: Social: Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, Pinterest, LinkedIn, TikTok Programmatic Display/Video (DV360, The Trade Desk, etc.) Publisher/Partner Direct Digital Audio (Spotify, Pandora, etc.) Fluency with analytics, attribution, and measurement systems (e.g., Google Analytics, MOAT/IAS/DoubleVerify). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and recommend effective solutions. Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, V-LookUps, macros) and ability to work in-platform. Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely, and distill actionable insights. Proven ability to provide constructive feedback, advocate for the team, and deliver kind candor. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrates a collaborative, empathetic, and proactive approach, building strong working relationships and fostering a positive team environment. Understands the importance of listening, valuing diverse perspectives, and supporting colleagues to achieve shared goals. Exhibits a drive for continuous learning, improvement, and innovation, readily adapting to new technologies, industry trends, and evolving client needs. Embraces challenges as opportunities for professional development and seeks out ways to enhance skills and knowledge. Possesses the ability to solve problems creatively and work effectively across teams, demonstrating strong communication, diplomacy, and conflict-resolution skills. Thrives in a fast-paced environment and contributes to a culture of shared success. Unsure if you meet the qualifications? We are always looking for talent which will continue to cultivate an inclusive and representative team that will enhance our perspectives, skill sets, background, and behaviors. We encourage those who are passionate about what we do to apply! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Employer-sponsored 401k with match Medical, Dental, and vision coverage Unlimited PTO Caregiver (Parental) Leave Health and Wellness benefits Base Salary $80,000—$100,000 USD

Responsibilities

The Media Manager drives digital media campaign success from strategy to execution, managing the full campaign lifecycle and ensuring effective media investments. They lead a team, develop data-driven media strategies, and provide excellent client service.