National Video Manager, Direct Negotiation

Known • New York, NY

6h • $92,000 - $100,000 • Remote

About The Position

Known is a unique entity that combines a data science firm with a creative agency, fostering collaboration between data scientists and creatives. This structure has led to industry recognition, including an Ad Age #3 A-List ranking and multiple 'Data & Insights Agency of the Year' awards, along with prestigious accolades like Emmys, Cannes Lions, Clios, and Effies. Known operates across the U.S. and is driven by ambition. The Media Science team at Known leverages advanced analytics, machine learning, statistics, and algorithms for media planning and optimization. They partner with clients to define meaningful metrics and execute media buys across all channels to achieve target outcomes. The company is seeking a Manager, Direct Negotiations (National Video Buyer) to join this team and collaborate with digital buyers, data analysts, data scientists, and software engineers.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree from a well-regarded college or university
• Strong working knowledge of the Local Broadcast media landscape
• Experience using Media Ocean (Spectra and Prisma)
• 6-9 years of experience in Local Broadcast buying
• Understanding of core TV concepts
• Understanding of how to bring insights & analytics into a media buy
• Superb communication and presentation skills
• The ability to multitask in a fast paced environment with high attention to detail
• Proactive individual who can work independently as well as with a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Strong quantitative skills with the ability to think strategically about complex problems
• Experience effectively and efficiently negotiating media buys

Nice To Haves

• Experience working directly with clients is a plus
• Experience with predictive analytics / data science is a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensure National Video buys are created and negotiated in accordance with industry standards
• Ability to expertly negotiate across both linear and digital network properties
• Become proficient in all industry tools, both 3rd party and proprietary
• Understanding of how to post a TV buy once complete, and understanding of the implications of said post
• Build decks for TV buys and reporting if necessary
• Negotiate buys with different networks and partners to ensure optimal rates
• Day-to-day monitoring, management, optimization, and development of assigned campaigns
• Building stories and slides for client reports
• Developing new approaches to optimize KPIs and improve Known IP
• Potential opportunity for client interaction

Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off
• 401k with company matching and no vesting period
• Annual bonuses
• Generous medical plan
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

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