Assistant media planner Jobs in Birmingham, AL

Company description

Martin Retail Group isn’t your typical “ad agency.” We are local retail marketing specialists who are responsible for planning and buying media for brands like Cadillac, GMC, Buick, Chevrolet, and Planet Fitness. In fact, we are one of the largest spot buying agencies in the country. Founded in 1977 in Birmingham, Alabama, we more have more than 350 team members across the United States. MRG is also partners with Leo Burnett Detroit and a member of the Publicis Worldwide global network.

Overview

We have an excellent opportunity for someone to be involved in many aspects of the fast-paced world of buying media and will afford the individual the chance to learn and grow in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities

Assist Media Buyers in the execution of spot TV, cable, radio and print buys

Assist Retail Media Buyers in confirming schedules, invoices and added value

Confirm and assist in the stewardship of live media buys

Coordinate, research, and negotiate makegoods and invoice discrepancies

Assist in analyzing local market research data from Nielsen, SQAD, SRDS, and Strata.

Maintain knowledge of clients’ business (products, target audience, sales trends)

Provide pertinent media reports to regional account team for client distribution

Qualifications

Education :

Minimum of a four-year degree preferably in marketing, advertising or related field

Experience :

Six months to one-year experience in an advertising or media environment is ideal, but not required. Prefer someone with a working knowledge of media concepts, terminology, media math and media plans through education and / or experience.

Required Skills :

Must have ability to work independently in a rapidly changing, tactical role. Good organizational skills and detailed-orientation with strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated competency in mathematical skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and produce timely.

Additional information

Thank you for your interest in Martin Retail Group!

Compensation Range : $39,710 - $47,595 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer / temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 03 / 26 / 2025.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.