AV Account Executive

Overview

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Role Summary and Impact:
Reporting into the AV Senior Executive or Account Manager, the AV Account Executive supports the AV team in the day-to-day running of client campaigns. A willingness to learn and understand the principles of the TV market, and a basic understanding of cinema and the wider video landscape, is essential. You will be responsible for a range of tasks within the AV department, largely centered around administering and buying TV and VOD.

You will gain familiarity with AV tools through on-the-job and structured training.

• Accurate campaign setup and activation.
• Preparation and sending of weekly TV spot times to clients.
• Maintain best practice buying approach across accounts using the One AV approach; manage buying admin, ensure accuracy of numbers and reporting, and keep reconciliations and central tracker up to date.
• Ensure accurate spends in TVP/DM.
• Support response to briefs from the Planning Department.
• Input on competitive analysis reports for clients.
• Input into client PCA’s and client reports.
• Adhere to financial procedures and SOX compliance for accounts.
• Support the manager with ad hoc requests within the department.

• Strong alignment with WPP Media core values: collaboration, trust, and development.
• Strong communication skills (listening, written, verbal).
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills; highly numerate.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving abilities; effective time management and multi-tasking.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrable interest in clients’ businesses and their markets.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues and partners.
• Pro-active willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Proficient use of PowerPoint and Excel is preferable.

We invest in our employees to enable them to do their best work and support growth. Benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, dental insurance, paid time off, partner discounts, and mental health awareness days. WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and fosters a culture of respect and belonging. We operate with a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week.

If you require accommodations or flexibility, discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Sales and Business Development;
Industries:
Advertising Services