Manager, Video
About The Position
As a Manager on the Video Investment team at Hearts & Science, you will serve as a trusted advisor to client counterparts and internal team members. You will be recognized as a thought leader in the TV and Online Video (OLV) media space, guiding the team through negotiation, activation, and execution of client business initiatives. The position requires expertise across media activation and the ability to apply media investment principles to client objectives. Managing the overall budget authorization process within Video Investment is a critical component of the role. The ideal candidate communicates effectively, demonstrates leadership, manages team members, and collaborates closely with Strategy, Analytics, other disciplines, the Hearts & Science client team, and partner agencies. Omnicom’s policy requires employees, to the extent permissible by local law, to work in the office at least three days a week unless additional in-office days are directed by the agency or manager.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of TV and OLV media experience; OLV expertise must extend beyond FEP proficiency.
- Strong media and business acumen.
- Extensive knowledge of the media and marketing landscape, particularly TV and OLV investment.
- Thorough understanding of media dynamics, including how channels perform independently and collectively within the broader media ecosystem.
- Solid understanding of Investment functions and Strategic Business Unit competencies.
- Understanding of the client’s industry and business environment.
- Experience with leading media activation and measurement platforms, including MediaOcean, Campaign Manager 360 (CM360), Display & Video 360 (DV360), Amazon DSP, Integral Ad Science (IAS), VideoAmp, and Innovid and/or Flashtalking.
- Strong proficiency in campaign trafficking, ad serving, programmatic buying, audience measurement, reporting, and media financial processes.
- Effective communication and proven leadership skills, including the ability to manage team members and collaborate with cross-functional partners.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the development, implementation, negotiation, and maintenance of TV and OLV media plans.
- Manage TV and OLV budgets across brands, campaigns, vendors, and partners.
- Communicate account and team status updates to management in a professional manner appropriate for a senior-level team member.
- Support the development and growth of team members, including Senior Associates and Associates.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Manage client media-related issues by proactively developing solutions and resolving challenges.
- Interview candidates for junior-level positions.
- Lead relationships with key creative agencies, particularly for branded entertainment activations.
- Manage strategic vendor relationships.
- Represent and promote the interests of Hearts & Science internally and externally.
- Motivate, lead, train, and develop team members to achieve shared objectives.
- Meet regularly with media sales executives and industry representatives to identify opportunities aligned with client business goals and strengthen marketplace relationships.
- Stay informed on industry trends, trade publications, conferences, seminars, and current events that may impact clients or business performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
