Associate, National Investment

@ Canvas Worldwide
Canvas Worldwidecanvasworldwide.com

Associate, National Investment

Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Canvas Worldwide is an award-winning independent media agency known for creative solutions and fostering an inclusive workplace. We serve major brands like Hyundai, McDonald's, and Zillow. We emphasize diversity, continuous training, and career growth in a collaborative environment that challenges the status quo.

Requirements

  • Basic computer literacy
  • Familiarity with MS Office
  • Solution-oriented and multitasking
  • Strong communication skills
  • Detail-oriented and organized

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Internship in media/marketing is a plus
  • Interest in media strategy
  • Team player and independent worker
  • Positive attitude

Full job description

Canvas Worldwide dares to be the challenger the ad industry needs. Do you "Challenge the Comfortable?" Then you'll fit right in here at Canvas.


Recognized as one of Ad Age's "Best Places to Work" for three consecutive years, Canvas Worldwide is an independent media agency committed to providing creative solutions for brands that challenge the status quo. Our clients include Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, MGM, Zillow and McDonald’s (to name a few…).


Our agency cultivates an environment where all are welcome to push outside their comfort zones to solve problems in new ways. We encourage the team to be its best by creating the most positive workplace experience for all. For instance, we outpace the industry on diversity and inclusion AND offer continuous training and workshops for career development. So, if you dare to challenge the comfortable… then keep reading.

The Role:
The Associate Buyer is responsible for day-to-day maintenance of Video Media schedules.  

As an Associate Buyer, you will receive hands-on training that will prepare you for a career in multimedia buying. You will learn the tools, terminology and decision making needed to be successful in planning and managing media investments.

You will develop a complete understanding of “the life of a commercial unit” (i.e., buying, tracking, billing, and posting), and are expected to establish strong relationships with both the outside vendors and the internal teams to ensure that all media buys are well-executed.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
•    Train and master all investment systems and tools of buying 
•    Work with managers to develop buying and negotiation skills 
•    Develop a working knowledge of your client’s goals, guidelines and strategies
•    Set-up and maintain any required reports as directed by managers
•    Deliver post-buy reports to clients with the support of managers
•    Stay current with all department tools and research, and work with managers to apply stewardship and planning
•    Perform basic buying and stewardship functions as instructed by managers
•    Provide admin/systems support to the buying teams under assigned clients and agency at large
•    Maintain good relationships with network partners which will allow you to perform your responsibilities in an efficient manner

Qualifications:
•    You should be able to demonstrate basic computer literacy and familiarity with MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint and Word
•    You are solution-oriented and able to multi-task 
•    A collaborative team player who can work independently and as part of a matrix structure
•    Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to present in a clear and actionable way
•    Strong attention to detail & excellent organizational skills are a must
•    Passionate about generating groundbreaking ideas and infusing our team with a fresh perspective to drive creativity
•    Positive attitude and energy – good vibes only!

Experience & Education:
•    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
•    Current or previous internship within media / marketing services company a plus
•    Strong interest in media strategy / marketing communication


Salary and Benefits

Actual base salary is determined upon factors such as experience, qualifications, training, certifications, and internal equity. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Base salary is part of a total rewards package that includes highly competitive benefits like generous medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, commuter benefits, disability and life insurance coverage, 401(k) matching, up to 14 holidays per year, a “Do Good Day,” and unlimited PTO.

Additional perks include employee social and wellness events, a DEI Council, auto purchase rebate program and monthly wellness allowance.

In-Office Work Schedule

This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 3 days in-office per week.

Canvas Worldwide is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

CA Applicants: Canvas Worldwide practices Fair Chance Hiring

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