Senior Media Buyer, Investment

Company description

Spark Foundry is the agency that is shaped by ideas. We believe everyone’s ideas are powerful – big or small. Our knack for exploring them makes us better.

We strongly believe in collaboration, where a thriving working relationship leads to everyone’s best work. Luckily, this conviction attracts likeminded clients and talent to create a positive and magnetic team.

We’re constantly adapting to each of our clients’ businesses’ needs to avoid stagnation. This ensures that our clients get the best service to tackle their future‑facing challenges and that our team stays on their toes.

Above all, we love to go above and beyond what’s expected of us. We’ve done this through media innovation that is recognized by both the industry and by our clients who reap the benefits.

The near future is very bright for Spark Foundry, whether that’s a result of Publicis Groupe’s investment in groundbreaking global & local tools and data solutions or because of the contagious momentum amplified by new team members and new clients.

The Senior Media Buyer negotiates with media vendors to secure the most cost effective delivery of objectives; balancing price with quality factors. The negotiation is reflective of the strategy & brand requirements of approved campaigns in TV, OLV & Radio in a team environment.

This role requires a candidate who is analytical, math proficient, and well organized with great attention to detail. The candidate must be well informed of the TV, Radio & OLV landscape (programming, trends, formats, ownership) trends and research.

• Negotiate approved executions – TV (including linear optimized), Radio & OLV
• Work with media vendors regarding tactical aspects of the media buy to achieve campaign objectives and/or fulfill a client request
• Manage contracts/ insertion orders and any resulting revisions with media vendors
• Input broadcast/OLV media buys
• Actualize media spending
• Assist with financials
• Clearing of invoice
• Train media assistants
• Prepare/develop reports in PowerPoint & Excel – routine & custom reports
• Usage of all media related systems
• Media management – DDS, OLV buying platform
• Media Research – nLogic

• Minimum of Associate Degree in Media, Bachelor’s degree a plus/preferred
• Track record of success throughout post‑secondary career and previous employment
• Minimum of 3+ years of media buying
• Media systems’ proficiency
• Strong analytical & math proficiency skills
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Technical proficiency, particularly with Excel, Word and Power Point
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities
• Able to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
• Detail‑oriented and able to produce accurate work product

Spark is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We create and nurture a vibrant work environment that celebrates, values and leverages all aspects of diversity and inclusiveness, attracts world‑class talent and serves as the industry benchmark for best practices. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request.

Please contact our recruiter for any questions, accommodations or specific requests. We thank all candidates for their interest in Spark; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.

Transparency matters to us. The salary range for this position is $50K-$60K CAD per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision‑making. We believe in a human‑first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people.