Planner, Programmatic

Job Description

Who We Are

Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging.
At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.

Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.

What You’ll Do
40% Learning and Development

• Finetune programmatic strategy and optimization concepts, technology and tasks; maintain a steady learning curve toward subject-matter expertise 
• Continue to further advance your knowledge of programmatic concepts
• Advance and develop your knowledge of planning tools, processes and systems
• Participate in Horizon Media’s HX Bootcamp, as well as other syndicated and proprietary training sessions (I.e. Time Management, Presentations Skills, and more) as well as Demand Side Platforms (DSPs) certification courses

30% Strategic Planning

• Responsible for the development and presentation of strong programmatic media plans
• Responsible for vendor communication in support of media plan build out
• Consult with hx Buyers and Performance Analysts for strategic insights

30% Account Management

• Act as the main day-to-day POC for internal partners, support communication with Horizon teams including Digital Activation, Performance Analysts and hx Buying
• Collaborate with team to identify and recommend potential strategic pivots and optimizations
• Lead weekly status meetings and ensure all takeaway items and next steps are completed
• Begin developing and maintaining relationships with external partners (vendors, DSPs, etc.)
• Represent HX capabilities at client planning sessions

Who You Are

• A detailed oriented individual
• A self-starter strong writer and communicator
• An independent worker with strong time management and organization skills
• Eager to advance problem solving skills, with the ability to be solutions oriented
• A desire to be nimble and flexible to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• A strong team player, willing to roll up your sleeves
• A business mature individual
• A supporter of and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion
   

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 1+ years previous vendor planning experience

• Basic understanding of programmatic media
• Understanding of media math and advertising terminology
• Skilled in Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to discuss how those functions can or should be applied relative to the media planning process
• Proficiency in basic functions within DSPs (reporting and audience creation)

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
This role does not require certificates, licenses and/or registrations

Physical Activity and Work Environment
This role does not require physical activity

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Salary Range

$62,400.00 - $70,000.00

A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.