Media Operations Manager Wanted in West LA!

Talent Strategies is supporting an opening for a Media Operations Manager. The ideal candidate is proactive, a problem solver and a team player, demonstrating pride in work, and a keen eye for details. Our client works in a highly creative, fast-paced setting - so they are seeking a candidate with the ability to thrive in this environment. If you’re looking for your next growth opportunity, there are many professional rewards that come from working on their team! · Oversee client setup in the media buying system, including maintaining and updating client information, client vendor setup, and general front end client needs · Manipulate and architect existing setup for various campaigns, including all screens and options for client setup in the media buying system · Work with various departments to ensure all data is properly handled and tracked in the media buying system · Able to perform data cleansing, prepping and blending · Advise on strategy related to back-end data tracking and communicate with client services teams with respect to media optimization strategy · Oversee data research and the answering of data questions as needed to ensure that the data process is as efficient as possible · Maintain relationships with outside vendors and work with teams, ensuring setup is correctly executed and that processes are in place for proper data handling and analysis · Design custom automated workflow solutions across departments for data analysis and reporting · Investigate and troubleshoot data in Excel and other tools to ensure proper handling · Architect custom solutions needed to allow for data-based decision making · Manage the integration of database and data warehouse outputs into our client’s buying system · Strategize with different departments to help impact results and improve campaign performance · Evaluate emerging technology platforms across the media landscape and manage test campaigns · Minimum 2–5 years’ progressive media operations management experience · Minimum 3- 5 years’ progressive experience buying TV Media · Excellent negotiating and communications skills · Proficient at problem solving and brainstorming for solutions · Excellent data manipulation, research, and analytical skills · Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel · Mediaocean buying software experience (preferred) · Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Media, Marketing or similar (a plus) Our client is a full-service advertising agency specializing in: strategic planning, marketing, media planning & media buying, brand building, creative development, production and Multi-Cultural advertising. They have assembled a strong team of collaborators, thinkers, doers, analyzers, results-drivers. Their philosophy includes a strong belief in their employees—and they believe in hiring and nurturing the best talent in the industry. While they are proud to have big-name, high profile clients, they are also an independently owned agency with the vibe of a ‘boutique’ firm. As such, your voice and contributions won’t get lost in the crowd. If you’d love to create work that generates results, while being respected as a valued team member, please connect with us to learn more!