Media Buyer - Local Investments

Media Buyer – Local

Hill Holliday is looking for a local broadcast media buyer who will partner with our clients and vendors as a market specialist to negotiate local radio & TV, including digital audio (e.g., Spotify, Pandora) and digital video (Hulu,Roku). Our broadcast buyers develop managerial skills by working with assistant buyers, work in a team based environment with other departments, and have direct client contact. Position open in either Boston or New York. 

Responsibilities

• Has an understanding of client businesses and agency processes. 
• Client contact at the local market level
• Master use and application of industry research, software and systems, and agency resources
• Master  buying and monitoring skillset to insure maximum value and no errors
• Deliver POVs relevant to client issues and possible opportunities
• Works at improving negotiation skill set through volunteering to pick up a variety of buying assignments

Work Style 

• Can Multi-task and prioritize workload
• Is well organized, detail oriented and demands accuracy
• Has a willingness to learn and to creatively problem solve, while inviting suggestions from management
• Is a self-starter, accepting feedback and taking direction well
• Enjoys interacting with sales people in negotiating great partnerships that drive business for our clients.  Is developing a reputation in the industry as fair, open minded, and pays attention to detail.  
• Represent HH and our clients to our media partners in a positive and knowledgeable manner. Develop strong relationships  with sales vendors and internal agency departments
• Develop a respected relationship and help train Assistants in all media basics

Requirements

• 2-3 years in business in local spot tv/radio media buying.  Local digital video and audio experience a plus.