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
45% - Planning & Negotiation
Develop and present strategically focused plans and recommendations, in collaboration with OOH Supervisor/Associate Director
Write department POVs on new opportunities and seek new trends and opportunities within the industry
Stewardship of OOH media plans from inception through completion including:
Issuing RFPs to all appropriate vendors
Negotiating OOH media buys
Providing back-up research data in support of OOH recommendations
Providing unit maps in support of recommendation
Working with Business Solutions Team to ensure plans are on strategy and meet client objectives
Overseeing posting of media to campaign is executed accurately and in a timely manner
Overseeing traffic and production process to ensure proper approvals are received and creative/materials are delivered to vendors on time
Participate in potential market rides when available
15% - Account Maintenance
Cross check plans and all supporting documents for accuracy (billing, specs, contracts, etc.)
Keep team updated on the status and timing of deliverables
Ensure client documents (decks, POP & POVs) are clear, concise and client ready
Maintain a thorough understanding of account/client nuances
10% - Relationship Development
Manage internal and external relationships; maintain and strengthen communication across Business Solutions team and vendors
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of available vendors and media formats in markets relevant to assigned client(s)
Attend vendor meetings and presentations, participate as an active stakeholder on behalf of your clients
Guide junior team members through planning process and assist with day-to-day account maintenance, if needed
Manage ongoing communication with senior leads, effectively relay issues and/or status updates in a timely matter
10% - Training & Development
Stay up to date on the OOH space and trends, maintain familiarity with vendor updates and offerings
Continue to advance knowledge and learn about the media industry, Horizon Media, and our clients
Participate in Horizon’s training programs, as well as other syndicated and proprietary training sessions (i.e. Leaders Voice, Business Writing, Presentation Skills, and more)
10% - Strategy
Participate in strategy development and brainstorming meetings with Business Solutions team
Collaborate with OOH vendors to bring innovative, engaging, and creative ideas to clients
Educate Business Solutions on status, processes, and new developments in the OOH space
10% - Supervision & Mentorship
Oversee the contracting process for approved media buys to ensure adherence to process,
Oversee Assistant Strategist’s follow-up in collecting signed ATBs, counter-signed contracts
Guide team in setting goals, project tasks and timelines
Provide education on best practices, media principles, and industry at large
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