Junior Media Buyer

RIESTER SONORAN LLC • Phoenix, AZ

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Riester is seeking a Junior Media Planner & Buyer with a digital media background to join its Phoenix team. The role combines hands-on campaign management, media buying, and performance analytics in support of integrated client campaigns. The Junior Media Planner & Buyer assists the Senior Buyer with monitoring, optimizing, building, and reporting on assigned accounts. The position calls for a detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of their work, is eager to learn, and uses data to guide decisions across the media landscape. Candidates should have baseline experience with paid advertising on Meta and Google.

The position is based in Phoenix, Arizona, with hybrid flexibility. Riester describes itself as an independent advertising agency with more than 35 years of experience and offices in Phoenix, Park City, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC. Its work spans public awareness, sustainability, lead generation, and business growth.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in media planning, buying, and digital campaign management; preferably within an advertising agency.
• Hands-on experience with paid search, paid social, and programmatic advertising campaigns.
• General understanding of Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and other major digital advertising platforms.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis.
• Ability to independently manage multiple accounts, budgets, projects, and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Baseline experience with paid ads in Meta and Google.
• Detail-oriented, takes ownership of work, eager to learn, and uses data to guide decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and maintaining campaigns across digital platforms, including Meta, Google, TikTok, and programmatic DSPs.
• Monitor accounts and identify potential optimizations or areas for improvement.
• Work with the broader team to develop comprehensive client reports.
• Work with partners to negotiate digital media buys, seeking competitive rates, added value, and effective placement.
• Manage media vendor relationships, evaluate proposals, and identify opportunities aligned with client objectives.
• Oversee vendor billing, invoice reconciliation, and budget tracking in partnership with the Accounting Department.
• Assist the Senior Buyer with monitoring, optimizing, building, and reporting on assigned accounts.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.
• Hybrid flexibility.
• Dog-friendly offices.
• Supportive culture that values curiosity, teamwork, and growth.
• Opportunities to work on meaningful campaigns that make a difference.
• Exposure to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and media channels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level