Job Information
Publicis Groupe Supervisor, Video Investment in Chicago, Illinois
Company Description
Digitas is the Networked Experience Agency, built on the vision that we create magnetic experiences that earn the right for brands to exist in human networks. Today, and tomorrow. We deliver Networked Experiences by leveraging comprehensive data, technology, creative, media and strategy capabilities. Digitas delivers ambitious outcomes via unique solutions that include Creative Experiences, Integrated Media, Addressable Relationships, Social Marketing and Total Commerce. Celebrated by Ad Age as Data and Insights Agency of the Year, U.S Campaign’s Brand Experience Agency of the Year, Media Network of the Year and celebrated by Forrester and Gartner, Digitas serves the world’s leading brands through a global network comprised of more than 5,500 employees across over 65 offices in 43 countries.
Job Description
Right now, we’re looking for a stellar Media Supervisor who’ll lead the team in bringing that transformation to life through cross-platform video and local channels – with a focus on the ever-evolving streaming video landscape. Sound like you? Read on.
You’ll become known within the company as an expert on the video landscape, overseeing the team on day-to-day projects, and artfully translating strategies into innovative video plans – all while building robust client relationships and developing your team’s talent.
Day to day, that looks something like this:
Staying up-to-date on the latest advanced video offerings in the marketplace spanning streaming video and addressable TV, meeting with vendors to discuss product roadmaps and agency wishlists, building deep partner relationships, etc
Promoting a culture of shared learning and increasing visibility of video expertise within the agency
Delivering high-quality video planning for clients, serving up a smart, thoughtful understanding of how advanced video can achieve (and exceed) objectives and goals – you’ll lend this expertise to new business pitches, too
Partnering with digital precision teams who will handle execution and campaign maintenance, working cross-functionally to spread video knowledge and establish continuous communication with the activation team
A willingness to learn about and embrace local formats like local TV, radio, and OOH – which our team often advises on in addition to national video
Qualifications
A four-year college education and five to seven years of media planning and/or buying experience (with at least three years of online experience), and familiarity with Atlas and comparable ad serving technology
An impressive understanding of the streaming video environment – you know this world by heart and you keep pulse with the rapid changes happening within it – and a clear understanding of the media planning process
Experience with local channels like local TV, local radio, and OOH is a plus
Exceptional communication skills – you’re skilled at interpreting client objectives and clearly articulating proposed media strategies and recommendations
A strong, proven ability to teach analytic skills to staff, developing, encouraging and inspiring them to grow
Willingness to travel as needed – you’re open to new places, new faces and new ideas
Additional Information
Digitas is an equal opportunity employer.
Digitas is the Connected Marketing agency, built on the principle that there are better ways for brands to connect with people. We leverage comprehensive data, technology, creative, media and strategy capabilities to deliver Media-Fueled Creativity via connected Solutions that include Connected Campaigns, Social Marketing, Brand Experience, CRM & Loyalty, and Marketing