Digital Sales Planner - job 1 of 4

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world

As a Digital Sales Planner, you will be responsible for building digital media plans and supporting the sales team in managing the day-to-day agency/client relationships and sales processes in order to achieve company revenue goals. You will be a member of a highly motivated Digital Ad Sales team at NBCUniversal where account relationship building and customer satisfaction are keys to a successful candidate.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Team up with Account Executive to understand agency/client goals and objectives and brainstorm solutions
• Accountable for campaign results and providing clients with strategic and tactical guidance to achieve online marketing objectives
• Combine data analytics and client feedback to configure, operate, and optimize campaigns to meet client objectives
• Work with all internal departments (Ad Ops, Marketing, Management, Site Team, Programmatic Team, etc.) on the development and implementation of client campaigns
• Create media plans that meet customer needs and maximize revenue for NBCUniversal
• Work closely with Planning Manager to tactically drive company-wide goals and improve operational sales process
• Manage client relationships and deliver superior customer service
• Liaise with Ad Ops to ensure campaigns go live as expected
• Communicate with internal teams across planning, inventory, DSRs, and Ad Ops to ensure campaign performance and help coordinate any needed escalations or resolutions with sales/client
• Ensure post-campaign research studies are properly coordinated, where applicable
• Deliver campaign recap to AEs and/or clients summarizing performance
• Coordinate with Account Executives on development of renewal strategies based on client/program insights
• Successfully track and manage all client budgets and campaigns

• Four-year degree (B.A., B.S) or equivalent experience
• 1+ years of online experience in media planning or client service role
• 2+ years of project media related projects

Desired Characteristics: 

• Demonstrates project management skills
• Digital media Industry experience preferred
• Well-organized and attention to detail
• Strong computer skills, especially in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ad Serving software and tracking knowledge is a plus
• Strong analytical and creative skills
• A strong ability to perform independently and proactively while working in a team environment
• High energy and teamwork mentality is a must

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $70,000 - $75,000 (bonus eligible)

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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