Job Description

Overview

The primary responsibilities of the Negotiator in the Local Media department are to estimate, evaluate, negotiate, maintain and deliver local broadcast media across Active's client base.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include:

• Evaluate Nielsen ratings to determine estimated value of the media.
• Negotiate best prices for media which meet client guidelines and employ a variety of strategies.
• Supervise and monitor media schedules, ensuring weekly clearance and delivery for clients.
• Secure added value, bonus weight and makegoods as needed.
• Manage post-buy delivery including negotiating any owed Air Data Units (ADUs), reviewing for overrides and writing up explanations if needed.
• Work closely with Active's Trade Group to develop and utilize trade partnerships.
• Develop and maintain relationships directly with stations and their representatives.
• Attend business functions including meals, parties and events to help grow these relationships.
• Provide guidance to junior-level staff as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

The qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum requirement of 3 years of media experience in TV and Radio media buying.
• Knowledge of SpectraOx (MediaBank) or comparable Media software is required.
• Proficiency with both Microsoft Word and Excel required

Travel

This position requires regularly scheduled travel up to 10% of the time.

Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The salary range for this role is $53,000 - $70,000. The successful candidate's salary will depend on the actual ranges of current employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, geography, as well as the candidate's skill set, level of experience, and qualifications. AMS offers a very competitive benefits package inclusive of medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, paid time off, community engagement opportunities, great colleagues, and great learning opportunities.

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