Manager, Planning - Digital

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Manager, Planning - DigitalFull-timeBusiness Segment: Ad Sales Compensation: USD 85000 - USD 105000 - yearlyCompany DescriptionNBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.Job DescriptionAs a Manager, Agency Planning & Execution, you will directly manage a team of Planners. This person will lead the team by focusing on creating compelling proposals to drive revenue to the organization while ensuring all existing campaigns are properly managed.Duties and ResponsibilitiesDirectly manage a group of Planners, assisting them with: Plan building, Rate, media plan and Operative approvals, and Campaign execution.Analyze accounts that are assigned to each member of your team. Constantly find ways to balance workload across the entire group.Analyze areas within the sales/planning workflow that can be improved, create process enhancements that eliminate any bottlenecks or barriers to entry.Work with Ad Ops and Inventory to improve the delivery of Ad campaigns. Assess risk and come up with creative solutions to ensure that all Ad campaigns deliver in full.Collaborate with internal constituents to learn all of the nuances to our current Ad systems. Pass this information off in a clear and concise manner to all Planners.Work closely with Planning management to tactically drive company-wide goals and initiatives.Handle any and all ad hoc requests that may surface in a timely, efficient manner. Handle any and all ad hoc sponsorship requests that may surface in a timely, efficient manner.QualificationsBachelors degree or equivalent experience5+ years of online experience in digital media planning.Desired CharacteristicsAble to multi-task and prioritize in a fast paced environment.A strong ability to perform independently and proactively while working in a team environment.Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrate ability to work with a broad range of internal and external clients.Well organized and good attention to detail.Strong interpersonal and communication skills/team oriented.Strong computer skills especially in Excel, Power Point, and word.Ad Serving software and tracking knowledge a plus.Strong analytical and creative skills.High energy and teamwork mentality a must.Additional RequirementsHybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits,...