(440) Media Planning Associate Manager

About EssenceMediacom: A Leading WPP Media Brand

EssenceMediacom, part of WPP, 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

• Be the trusted advisor/ to-go person within the team and with clients for all things related to digital/ media
• Responsible for overall campaign strategy, planning, implementation, and post-campaign reviews for your set of brands.
• Develop and follow best practices and procedures/process for media planning & operations
• Ensure projects/campaigns are tracked and measured based on agreed KPIs and media efficiencies
• To be a team player and work well with all members of the team to ensure all tasks are fulfilled. Guide and advise the wider team on best practices, innovation, and work processes.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure the campaign's smooth implementation
• To update the team and clients on new trends and changes in the media landscape (e.g. new media vendors, new ad formats, etc.)"

Skills and Experience

At 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:

• Media agency experience for at least 4 years.
• Expertized knowledge of digital media planning & buying; basic knowledge of offline media.
• Experienced of operating different media tools, ie Clear Decision, Arianna."
• Good English skills especially in writing, reading, and speaking.
• Well time management, able to manage multi-task and work closely with your team keeping things on track.
• Proactive & responsible, detail oriented preferred.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. 

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including 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 characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. 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.  Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

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