Assistant Strategist, Business Solutions

Horizon Media•New York, NY

7d•$40,000 - $50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Strategist, Business Solutions supports the team in developing media plans, analyzing results, and managing data. The role calls for strategic thinking, problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, integrity, curiosity, initiative, and strong communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment. The Assistant Strategist also develops knowledge of the media industry, Horizon Next, and its clients through work and training.

Requirements

Strong communication and organizational skills.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Initiative and active participation in team discussions.
Ability to manage multiple timelines and deliverables and manage time effectively.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfort working with large datasets and numbers.
Ability to succeed in an agile, fast-paced environment.
Results- and solutions-oriented, motivated, proactive, and resourceful.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant work or internship experience.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and ability to multitask.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Assist with day-to-day account maintenance, including billing and distribution of creative materials.
Schedule, attend, and participate in client and internal meetings; prepare and distribute recap notes summarizing deliverables and next steps.
Keep the team informed about deliverable status and timing.
Work with the team to identify data and billing discrepancies and recommend solutions.
Support media-plan development, budget tracking, implementation, and maintenance.
Analyze competitive research to inform media strategy.
Pull and manipulate large performance-based datasets to inform the media approach and strategy.
Engage and interact effectively with clients and other Horizon Next departments.
Develop knowledge of the media industry, Horizon Next, and its clients.
Participate in Horizon training sessions, including training in media terminology and math, Excel, business writing, and presentation skills.