Media Planner

GALE is the world’s first and only Business Agency. We bring business strategy to brand storytelling to drive enterprise value. With expertise in strategy, media, CRM, creative, performance marketing, and technology, GALE creates integrated marketing systems and campaigns that grow businesses in significant ways. Founded in 2014, the agency has since been named AdAge’s Business Transformation Agency of the Year and Adweek’s U.S. Media Agency of the Year and has been recognized for its innovative creative at the Cannes Lions.We work with brands such as Delta, Uber, Starbucks, Chili’s, Hard Rock, MilkPEP, Diageo, Cotton, IHG and more. If you’re driven by a passion to build something great, a desire to innovate, and a commitment to achieve excellence in your craft, GALE is a great place for you!GALE has eight offices around the world, including New York, Toronto, Los Angeles, Austin, Denver, Kansas City, London, and Bengaluru. GALE embraces a hybrid, flexible workplaceYour ImpactThe Integrated Media Planner is the day-to-day focal point to the account and is tasked with being well versed in all key accounts agency handles. They will be responsible for research, strategy, and overall budget management of appointed accounts. Must have experience with traditional and digital media.What You Will Be DoingProvide information about the brand, consumer and marketplace that will create the foundation of the media strategyDemonstrate a strong understanding of the client’s business and the consumer journeyMaster the use of general and media industry tools and systemsOwnership of budget tracking, management and reportingDisplay application of media knowledge to address media and business challengesReview paperwork necessary for purchase authorizationsManage the resolution of billing discrepanciesActive involvement in meetings/brainstorm sessionsMeet with media representatives to evaluate opportunitiesWrite POVs and client facing communicationParticipate in professional development coursesWho You AreAt least 1-2 years of agency media planning experienceMust have experience in digital and traditional media channelsStrong communication skillsSolid research and analytical skills, good mathematical aptitude and attention to detailFamiliarity with variety of media tools and softwareAbility to organize, prioritize, work well under pressure with multiple assignments; meet tight deadlines and multi-taskAbility to work independently but also be a team playerBasic computer skills (Excel, Word, PPT)Note: Hybrid work in office is an essential function of the job.Our Commitment to InclusionWe believe in inclusivity and do our best work when people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skills are brought together. Our Core Values are at the root of GALE’s collaborative environment and help to foster a strong community. Our Code of Conduct, Human Resources policies, and executive investment in inclusion further support and protect GALE’s inclusive workplace. GALE is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.Our Hiring ProcessWe want you to be just as discerning in making your next career move as we are finding great talent to join our team. Our interview process will allow you to meet a range of people from various disciplines and domains both virtually and in person. Please discuss with our recruiters if you require any accommodations throughout the process to help enable a smooth interview.