About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, PR, Advertising & Marketing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Associate to join the National Video / Broadcast investment team. This is an entry-level media-investment role focused on scheduling, billing, and execution support for national video campaigns. You will work closely with senior team members, gain hands-on experience with buying platforms and reporting tools, and complete a structured media training program.

• Support Senior Associates and Managers with daily execution and administrative tasks
• Input and maintain buys / flighting in DDS and other scheduling systems
• Communicate with networks and partners about scheduling and make updates as needed
• Reconcile and resolve billing discrepancies with internal billing teams and vendors
• Prepare client-facing and internal reports (delivery, spend, pacing)
• Keep schedules and client budgets current and accurately tracked
• Attend status meetings and assist in preparing materials and deliverables
• Monitor market research, industry publications and trends to inform recommendations
• Recommend process improvements to increase team efficiency
• Take clear ownership of assigned tasks and escalate issues appropriately

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
• 0–2 years of industry or related experience (entry-level candidates encouraged)
• 1+ years experience with analytics, strong comfort with numbers, and Microsoft Office (Excel required)
• Interest in and familiarity with media and video investment or broadcast planning
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Good written and verbal communication skills; professional when liaising with clients and vendors
• Ability to learn media-buying tools and follow established workflows

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $39,000–$45,000 per year (placement within range depends on experience, skills, and permitted factors)
• Benefits include:
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible paid time off and paid sick/safe leave
  • At least 15 paid holidays per year
  • Paid parental leave

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Additional details

• Employment type: Full time (may include contract elements per project)
• Location: New York
• Brand / Hiring organization: Confidential Client
• This role is an excellent start for candidates seeking a career in media investment, broadcast planning, and video buying. Training and mentorship are provided.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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