Barkleyokrp Specialist, Video Investments manages video buy negotiations and activations to meet media plan goals. Works with media owners and agency teams to optimize campaign performance.
Responsibilities
Assist with negotiation and placement of video buys that deliver on the goals of the media plan.
Manage the execution of video buys ensuring schedules are entered correctly and updated as needed.
Ensure complete accuracy of buy details including budgets and guaranteed delivery goals.
Partner with trafficking/ops teams to ensure delivery of creative assets.
Assist with preparation of client buy overviews.
Support agency Upfront and Scatter negotiations through plan analysis, recommendations, and negotiations.
Stay up-to-date on video marketplace trends on macro and micro scale.
Partner with the integrated media team to report on campaign performance not only against deal terms but also client-specific KPIs and objectives.
Build and keep collaborative relationships with media partners.
Remain in constant communication with agency team members and clients, as needed, to share status of campaigns, bring forward new opportunities, or raise awareness of any unexpected issues.
Assist with development of industry POVs and thought leadership.
Lead in collaboration with finance team members to resolve media billing issues.
Qualification
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Required
1+ years of experience buying Converged Television and Digital Video.
Proficiency in video landscape including legacy and emerging media owners.
Strong organizational and mathematical skills.
Ability to multi-task and deliver work on-time for set deadlines.
Ability to establish good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with a variety of internal teams and business groups, including Creative, Account Management, Finance and Project Management.
Ability to communicate effectively within a team environment, with outside media reps as well as with current clients.
Must be prepared for a fast-paced environment and be comfortable making decisions.
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At BarkleyOKRP, DEI+B drives work that matters. We believe people and creativity are made of the same substance, and when every perspective is valued, the impact is stronger. We build belonging as a business strategy, power inclusive creativity that delivers measurable results, and hold ourselves accountable as a B Corp committed to progress over performative intent. When people are valued, the work carries greater impact.