22060-Manager, Video Partnerships

Agency:

Initiative

Job Function:

Media

Job Subfunction:

Media Planning and Buying

Job Description:

Business OverviewWe believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand’s entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different. When brands unite people in culture, they build Fame, and when brands connect individuals to their unique journeys, they build customer Flow. Initiative builds Fame & Flow for brands like Nike, Amazon, Merck, and T-Mobile. Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it’s creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability. Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our 6,000+ strong talent across 90+ markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision is to create not only a better media company, but also a better media industry, and maybe even a better world.We make a promise to our people that we double down on seeing, celebrating & elevating all the things that make you, uniquely you. And just as we do for our brands and clients, we connect our people to the journeys that matter in building a meaningful career.There are four I’s in Initiative and these represent our core values and behaviors.INDIVID[YOU]ALITY – you bring your genuine and unique self to and into the work, every day.INSTINCT – you’re tuned in and armed with intelligence; you have a bias for action – shit happens when you’re around.IMPACT! – you care deeply about the impact you have on our clients, their customers, our community, the media landscape and our world at large.IMAGINATION – your ability to imagine and bring to life the ideas, solutions, and the future of Initiative, makes us THE create media agency in the world.Position OverviewThe Manager, Video Partnerships is the base-level management role on the Video Partnerships team, with responsibilities including managing all National video buying activity, negotiating buys, checking preliminary and final post buy delivery, and tracking performance. Managers assist with the management of Partnerships team – developing their skills, evaluating their performance, and managing their growth. The individual is tasked with developing and maintaining strong client relationships. The Manager will drive the team to explore and identify non-traditional partnerships opportunities. This is critical to their development and the success of the Partnerships division. The Manager of Video Partnerships will need to be able to identify partnership opportunities that can exist outside of the standard paid media environments.ResponsibilitiesServe as a backup to the Associate Director for client relationshipsCollaborate with internal teams to align with and deliver against client KPIsUpdate status documents for client meetings, prepare email recommendations, and buy presentationsWrite POVs for targeted opportunities to drive client businessStay knowledgeable about the client's business and competitors to determine advertising and media needsDirect and provide guidance to the team, ensuring superior negotiations for maximum value and efficiencyOversee media negotiations for various channels and collaborate with partners for promotional opportunitiesMaintain up-to-date knowledge of programming trends, marketplace conditions, and train negotiatorsRequired Skills and ExperienceExperience buying network, cable and syndication with Media company or experience within the Media IndustryExperience in negotiating upfront, scatter and opportunistic buysExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProven superior customer service skillsProficiency with Microsoft Desktop software, specifically Excel and Word, PowerPoint preferredProficient with MBox or equivalent Inventory Management systemExperience across a variety of media channelsDesired Skills and ExperienceWorking knowledge of third party Internet marketing research: comScore Media Metrix, Nielsen NetView, @Plan, NetRatings, and othersDemonstrated ability to think and execute “out of the box” ideasStrong developed relationships with the Networks4+ years of local senior buying/supervising or related industry experienceProven leadership ability and/or prior experience in supervising a teamAbility to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressureWage and BenefitsWe offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family.The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.Employment TransparencyIt is the policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please email accommodation@mbww.com. $90,000-$95,0000

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