Media Strategist (Hybrid or Remote)

As a Media Strategist, my objective is:

To be a subject matter expert in the planning & execution of media campaigns for Simantel clients. Campaigns may consist of Traditional Media (Out-of-Home (OOH), Broadcast), and Digital Media (Programmatic Display & Video, Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Social Media Marketing).

This is a Hybrid or full-time Remote position. Hybrid if you live in the Central Illinois area, which requires you to be in the Peoria, IL office Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday with the option to work from home Monday and Friday.

The outcomes I need to produce for clients are:Campaign strategies that are designed to lead to success as defined by clients, stakeholdersInsights and optimization recommendations on how to drive maximum effectiveness of media budgets once a campaign is launchedA trusted advisor to the client for current and upcoming media channels, tactics and strategies based on building and maintaining client relationshipsThe outcomes I need to produce for the agency are:

Well-developed relationships within the media department as well as internal teams at SimantelMaintain knowledge of industry best practices, trends, and emerging technologies that may be relevant to our clientsAssist in leveling up knowledge of media strategy and buying best practices for agencyBe comfortable and confident in client meetings when presenting media team outputsTo produce these outcomes, I need to:

Develop strong working relationships with the Strategy, Creative and Account teams.Stay in regular communication with other Media Strategists as well as Media Buyers.The skills and abilities I require are:

1-3 years of hands-on media strategy execution1-3 years of hands-on media buying executionStrong writing, presentation, and storytelling skillsCertifications from Google, Facebook and similar AdTech platformsExperience managing digital media campaigns across various platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Google Ads with a strong emphasis on skills in programmatic advertising across leading Demand Side Platforms (DSPs).Proficiency with and knowledge of industry tools and systems for researching and managing digital media campaignsAn eye for analytics and a keen understanding of reporting and analysis toolsTo produce these outcomes, I have decision-making authority over the following:

Media Department deliverables sent to clientsSay in final media campaign direction, including budget allocation, audience criteria and, channels/tacticsLeading indicators of my success are:

Timely and quality deliverables as requested by media team, account teams, and/or clientsMedia campaigns with performance at or above benchmarksWell-developed working relationship with media strategists, experience strategists and analytics teamLong-Term indicators of my success are:

Build relationships with media vendors/partners as well as assist in evaluations of media tech stacksMedia client retention & developmentAbility to train and mentor other buyers/strategistsAssist in enhancing service offerings from the media teamLeading large media projects and initiatives with little direction from leadership

Simantel offers an attractive compensation package, which includes competitive salary, 401(k) plan, PTO, flexible work arrangements, holiday pay and a comprehensive benefits program.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage anyone interested to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Simantel is not currently hiring individuals for this position who require sponsorship under U.S. immigration laws to be lawfully employed.