Integrated Media Planner
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Equity
- Pension
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At Basis, we empower agencies and brands with cutting-edge software that automates digital media operations. Our all-in-one platform supports seamless planning, reporting, and financial reconciliation across direct, programmatic, search, and social media.
We’re not just building advanced technology; we’re also building a culture where passionate, motivated individuals come together to drive meaningful change. Our commitment to inclusivity and growth ensures our employees thrive both professionally and personally.
With our headquarters in Chicago, we offer flexible work options across the U.S. and Canada, including remote, hybrid, or on-site at headquarters.
This position will be responsible for developing and monitoring media plans. This role will be responsible for managing media fundamentals education while stewarding media execution for a suite of Basis clients. You will contribute by:Â
Leveraging a strong understanding of the digital media landscape and the latest Basis products and solutions to craft strong media planning recommendations tied to the overarching strategyÂ
Delivering integrated media plans considering all media channels based on clear rationaleÂ
Maintaining an understanding of all syndicated media tools and how they can contribute to the planning task at handÂ
Collaborating with analytics team to ensure media strategies and reporting insights/deliverables are aligned to business objectives and measures of successÂ
Negotiating with vendors to secure the best inventory and pricing available for our clientsÂ
Providing guidance and assist in shaping Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for strategic media plansÂ
Cultivating strong internal relationships with associate media planners, ad operations, campaign analytics, and search and social media buyers.Â
Operating with a solutions-oriented approach and a high degree of client servicingÂ
Contributing to high levels of campaign performance, client satisfaction, and retention, while working alongside the VP and Director of Integrated Client Solutions and Client Development team membersÂ
Managing insertion orders (IO's), post-IO media plan revisions, and the approval of all publisher IO's for each campaignÂ
Actualizing campaigns to ensure campaign budgets and KPI's are met and delivered in fullÂ
Assisting Finance in billing executions and discrepanciesÂ
Completing traffic sheets and assisting with gathering creative assets and instructions as neededÂ
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
2+ years of experience in digital media planning and buyingÂ
Understanding and interest in programmatic media and real-time biddingÂ
Experience working alongside a Demand Side PlatformÂ
Strategic thinking and proactive client service skillsÂ
Strong written and verbal communication skillsÂ
Strong issue resolution and problem-solving capabilitiesÂ
Ability to work well in a cross functional team environmentÂ
Passion for staying current with the latest research and media tools to guide recommendationsÂ
Intermediate to Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsÂ
Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful environments where all voices are valued and supported.Â
Thoughtful approach to collaboration, design, and decision-making that prioritizes equity, access, and continuous learning.Â
BONUS POINTS
Hands on DSP buying experienceÂ
Previous holistic media planning experienceÂ
Experience working with a 3rd party ad serverÂ
Experience in digital reporting dashboards such as DatoramaÂ
Experience in holistic media planning with a focus on search and socialÂ
Basis CertifiedÂ
Anything Else?Don’t have every skill listed? No problem! We know experience can be built in many ways. If you have relevant skills that aren't reflected in your resume, we encourage you to share them in an optional cover letter. Â
Life With BasisWe’re committed to our people’s growth and well-being because our success is tied to theirs. That’s why we’ve earned recognition as a top workplace, including: Ad Age, #1 Best Places to Work, WorkLife's #1 Most Committed to Work Life Balance, and the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces in Chicago. We offer competitive perks, including a flexible work week, 401k/RRSP matching, mental health support, paid sabbaticals, generous parental leave, flexible work options, and more.
Basis is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate all team members regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or cultural background, religion, disability, age, and beyond.
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