Digital Media Planner
wppmedia
Digital Media Planner
wppmedia· Media Management & Delivery
About this role
About WPP Media
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.
WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.
For more information, visit wppmedia.com.
Planning:
- Assist in planning and executing comprehensive digital media strategies across various channels to meet client objectives.
- Forecast and implement ad serving and brand safety to ensure effective campaign performance and protecting brand reputation.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., creative, analytics, client service) to ensure seamless campaign execution and alignment.
Compliance & Performance Analysis:
- Analyze performance data, track campaign metrics, and offer data-driven recommendations for continuous optimization.
- Continuously monitor campaign performance against KPIs, identify areas for improvement, and implement optimization strategies to maximize ROI.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive campaign performance reports and use historical data and competitive research to identify insights and optimizations.
Budget & Implementation Management:
- Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring proper allocation and tracking with media vendors.
- Collaborate with the buying team to guarantee zero-error execution and handle budget adjustments as needed.
- Oversee invoicing and reconciliation to maintain financial accuracy.
- Ensure accurate reconciliation, invoicing/billing, and mapping data to our internal media campaign management platform.
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 3 years’ work experience in a planning role.
- Experience working at a Media Agency preferable.
- Knowledge along with a passion for digital.
- Intermediate MS Office skills including Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience in developing and implementing analysis and reporting strategies
- Project management; ability to manage multiple projects across critical yet often fluctuating deadlines
- Experience with new / emerging media, a plus
- Result-oriented with strong communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to work within a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong understanding of the media landscape.
- Understands business principles and good practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Digital Media Planner position at wppmedia located?
This Digital Media Planner role at wppmedia is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Digital Media Planner at wppmedia belong to?
This Digital Media Planner position is part of the Media Management & Delivery department at wppmedia. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Digital Media Planner position at wppmedia?
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When was the Digital Media Planner job at wppmedia posted?
This Digital Media Planner position at wppmedia was posted on Oct 30, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Digital Media Planner
wppmedia
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