Senior Communications Designer

Agency:InitiativeJob Function:MediaJob Subfunction:Media Planning and BuyingPosition Summary:
The role of a Senior Communications Designer is to manage our media planning product through preparing and presenting media plans, proposals, and analysis.This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media planning team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.Responsibilities:
Prepare,writeand present integrated media plans, proposals and analysis that satisfy clientobjectivesand that go beyond the brief.Prepare and present evaluations of media opportunities, media trends and issues of interest to clients.Effectively manage ongoing client expectationsin regards towork back schedule, and deadlines.Develop ability to effectively manage client conversations and expectations.Remainup-to-datewith latest updates from major media partners.Ensure that all media plans adhere to the agency’s values,philosophiesand processes.Maintain the media plan and regularly evaluate campaign performance.Build andmaintainstrong client relationships and respectful partner relationships bydemonstratingyour ability to be responsible, reliable, and resourceful.Initiate and coordinate the media buying process thatdeliverexceptional results.Oversee the administration and maintenance of media buys.Assistwith training junior employees on tools and processes.Ensure client budgets are managed and on track.Responsible foraccurateandtimelyclient finance reports and budget control reports (BCRs).Support the creation of campaign post reports.Prepare media Point of View (POVs)/evaluations.Source and evaluate proposals from media partners asrequired.Continue to proactively develop knowledge of the media landscape.Qualifications:
Professional or educational background in Marketing and/or Advertising would give leverage to thisapplicationMid-Senior level of experience in integrated media planning.Experience within an integrated advertising agency.Knowledge of media research tools (e.G.Clear Decisions,Vividata, Neilson), and media tools (e.G. Prisma) will give leverage to this applicationClient service oriented.Curiosity, with a passion for continuous development.Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).Highly developed organizational skills with a strong attention to detail accuracy.Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.Proactive approach to problem solving, assisting the team, self-development, etc.Ability to develop and foster relationships with media partners.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word,Exceland PowerPoint).Initiative is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race,colour, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law.Salary range $55,000 - $65,000Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.Omnicom is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed, and we’re focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.Link to Recruitment Privacy Notice:
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