Negotiator

This team is responsible for negotiating of ad space, time and placement of all audio (network, terrestrial, digital and podcasts) buys. We work collaboratively with other investment groups and planning teams to successfully deliver on our clients’ goals and objectives. Working under moderate direction and supervision, the Negotiator, Audio Focus is an audio specialist who works collaboratively with planning groups and clients and is responsible for the negotiation, execution, and stewardship of all audio for assigned clients.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates in-depth market knowledge and secures the lowest possible costs based on market conditions; Executes schedules to meet all client goals and objectives; Accurately prepares necessary paperwork: cost requests, competitive reports, added value, posts, POVs, projects; Provides clients and planning teams with market conditions/changes; Offer solutions to market problems as early as possible in negotiation process; Oversees ordering and confirmation process of schedules; Effectively tracks and stewards schedule performance and campaign deliverables; Oversees billing discrepancy process, works with assistants on resolution and enforces deadlines; Builds and maintains positive vendor relationships

Requirements

3-4+ years of related experience; Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business administration, and communications; OR equivalent professional work experience; Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills; Ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines under pressure; Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Ability to deliver accurate deliverables; Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Expertise with internal systems (MediaOcean, Prisma, etc.)

Nice to have

Solid experience working with all forms of audio and audiences preferred

Benefits

Competitive medical; group retirement plans; vision insurance; dental insurance; significant paid time off; preferential partner discounts; employee mental health awareness days; employee resource groups; frequent in-office events