Associate, Media Planning

WPP Media is looking for an Associate, Media Planning with a passion for marketing and a curiosity for media in advertising! This role is in the planning team and is an integral part in capturing a client’s vision to reach the intended audience. The Media Planners are part psychologists, part scientists, part artists, part entrepreneurs, and part politicians. They strategize how brands should communicate with people across the myriad of media channels, and how to do that differently from every other brand. 

The Associate is our first level position providing support to the Planning team while learning through established training programs and on-the-job training especially in the area of digital. You will be responsible for expanding your knowledge in preparation for promotion and increase your familiarity with all aspects of planning. 

How you will make an impact 

•  Assist in developing the tactical plans that support the consumer journey experience 

•  Research market trends in emerging media and content development 

•  Work with media investments team and other partners to ensure that the idea is strategically relevant and commercially viable 

•  Participate in ideation sessions (that are not necessarily on their specific client base) 

•  Develop thorough knowledge of syndicated tools and systems as well as Mindshare Canada tools and approaches 

•  Develop industry experience and knowledge and actively attend all training and industry presentations 

•  Ongoing investigation of new media and technology 

•  Continue to hone presentation and report writing skills 

•  Ensure team communications are delivered in a timely manner to all participating members 

•  Contribute to the billing process 

What you bring  

•  Embraces the Mindshare Growth Mindset by exhibiting adaptability, inclusivity, sincerity, curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and teamwork 

•  Exceptional organizational skills, and detail oriented  

•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong presentation skills 

•  Excellent time management skills; proven ability to prioritize and organize workload, and operate under tight deadlines while managing multiple projects 

•  Showcase a natural gift for grasping concepts quickly and making good judgments  

•  Ability to work on own initiative; pre-emptive and proactive; constantly thinking ahead; demonstrating a hands-on and highly organized approach to all tasks  

•  Ability to foster collaborative relationships with other cross-functional teams 

•  Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced work environment effectively 

•  Strong capability in customer service skills and communications 

•  Comfortable with ambiguity - flexible and adaptable with a willingness to learn and assist wherever needed  

•  Comfortable working with budgets/numbers and a strong understanding of mathematical concepts 

•  The desire to create and contribute to an environment where ‘innovation as usual’ thrives in everyday work 

What we bring  

•  Exposure to a global network of resources and career opportunities 

•  Comprehensive benefits program, including maternity/parental top-up program 

•  Great social environment where we work hard and play hard 

•  Corporate social responsibility, actively participating to create a better community 

•  Agency that values wellness with programs that contribute to a healthy lifestyle 

•  The opportunity to create and contribute to an environment where ‘Innovation as usual’ thrives in everyday work 

•  We foster a growth mindset by exhibiting adaptability, inclusivity, sincerity, curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and teamwork 

•  Extensive learning, training and development opportunities 

•  Exposure to strategic partnership across agency 

Life at WPP Media & Benefits 

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include 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 particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. 
 
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. 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.  

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While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.