Jr. TV Buyer

Bully Pulpit International • Washington, DC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Bully Pulpit International is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Media Buyer to support their TV practice. This is a critical support role designed for someone who already understands the fundamentals of the media landscape. The Junior Media Buyer will handle the "heavy lifting" of trafficking and maintenance while transitioning into active negotiation and buying as they grow with the team. In this position, the Junior Media Buyer will support the execution and management of paid media campaigns across numerous clients on the Paid Media team. They will work closely with a team of Media Buyers, and coordinate across our Client Services, Media Planning, and Analytics teams to execute successful campaigns. The ideal candidate is someone with a passion for managing or building a career in linear advertising in an agency setting.

Requirements

• 2-3+ year(s) of experience in local broadcast, radio, or cable buying.
• Hands-on working knowledge of Freewheel Strata is preferred.
• Familiarity with planning and buying tools such as comScore, SRDS, SQAD, and Extreme Reach.

Nice To Haves

• Network buying knowledge is not required but a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the entry, maintenance, and revision of media buys within the Freewheel Strata system.
• Compile pre-logs and post-logs for campaigns to ensure delivery and accuracy.
• Manage the trafficking of local and network buys, ensuring all creative assets reach vendors on time.
• Assist the media team with monthly invoicing and financial reconciliation, acting as a point of contact for both internal finance departments and external vendors to streamline the billing cycle.
• Assist the team with requests from internal planning and client services.
• Assist in communications with media vendors, including managing new vendor setups.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) program with employer match up to 4%
• Generous time off for vacation
• $50 monthly phone reimbursement
• Unlimited sick time
• 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed