Commune Communication: Freelance Media Manager and Buyer

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Client: Commune Communication

Location: Remote

Contract: Part-time, Contract

Commune is seeking a contract Media Manager for a role that bridges strategic thinking with hands-on client facing execution, and also shapes and directs the way Commune and its clients connect with audiences across the entire media landscape. Reporting directly to our clients is a big part of this role, so we also need you to show our clients (who are not number nerds and are often non-media natives) fresh media approaches, and clear paths and indicators of ROI.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of comprehensive media strategies that drive brand awareness, engagement, and conversion for clients across a range of Commune client business and industries.
• Collaborate directly with our clients, strategy, and creative teams to understand business goals, target audiences, and messaging objectives, translating these insights into effective media plans.
• We expect you to stay up-to-date with platform and industry trends, new and emerging technologies, and consumer behavior to recommend innovative media strategies that maximize ROI for our clients.

Media Planning and Campaign Development:

• Research and identify suitable media channels (traditional, digital, social, etc.) to reach target audiences effectively.
• Create detailed media plans, outlining budget allocation, ad formats, scheduling, and performance goals.
• Develop compelling and relevant ad creatives in coordination with our creative teams to ensure alignment with the overall brand messaging.

Media Buying and Optimization:

• Execute media buying activities across various platforms, negotiating optimal rates and placements to ensure efficient use of budgets.
• Monitor campaign performance in real-time and implement data-driven optimizations to maximize key performance indicators (KPIs) such as impressions, clicks, conversions, and ROI.
• Utilize analytics and reporting tools to generate performance reports, highlighting campaign successes and areas for improvement.

Client Engagement and Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding media strategy, progress updates, and performance insights.
• Foster strong client relationships by providing strategic recommendations and maintaining clear communication throughout the campaign lifecycle.
• Work closely with creative, account management, and analytics teams to ensure cohesive campaign execution and achievement of client objectives.

Budget Management:

• Manage media budgets effectively, ensuring proper allocation and adherence to client spending limits and strategies.
• Provide accurate financial forecasts and budget reports to clients and internal stakeholders that show direct and clear lines to ROI.

Qualifications:

• Education in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related fields.
• Proven experience (3-5+ years) in media planning, buying, and strategy, preferably within an agency.
• Strong understanding of the rapidly changing social media landscape, various media channels, including digital, traditional, social, and emerging platforms.
• Proficiency in all major media buying platforms and ad management tools.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make actionable recommendations for optimization.
• Strategic thinker with a creative mindset, able to develop innovative media approaches that we, or clients have not yet thought of that drive results.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment made up of a small, very focused team.
• Strong negotiation skills and very high attention to detail.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing successful media campaigns and strategies they’ve developed and executed. In your cover letter, please highlight your agency experience in both media strategy and media buying, along with your approach to managing a hybrid remote contract position based in Long Beach California. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Commune’s founders for interviews.

Pay: From $50.00 per hour