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Motion Recruitment

Manager, Media Strategy & Planning

Universal City, California, United States

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Pay
$38 – $48
Workplace
On-site
Sector
Marketing
Posted
Sep 11, 2026
First found
Sep 18, 2026, 5:16 PM ET

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About the job

Manager, Media Strategy & Planning

Location: Universal City, CA

Schedule: Hybrid — 4 days onsite, Fridays remote

Term: 6+ month contract

REQUIRED. Prior Media experience. We're looking for a Media Strategy & Planning Manager to lead media planning across all channels for a 6+ month contract, working closely with the Senior Director of Media. What You'll Do

  • Develop and execute media strategies/plans for supported shows, in partnership with the Senior Director, Media
  • Prepare media briefs, plan recommendations, campaign recaps, and presentations for leadership and agency partners
  • Use research, analytics, and audience insights to guide media recommendations and investment decisions
  • Partner with cross-functional teams on marketing plans, representing the media team and communicating strategy/updates
  • Oversee end-to-end campaign execution — assets developed, approved, delivered, and launched on time
  • Help manage financial reporting tied to the media budget
  • Support the broader media team with ad-hoc projects as needed

What You Need

  • 5+ years of media planning/buying experience across all channels
  • Strong foundation in marketing, advertising, and media planning
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple campaigns, timelines, and deadlines independently
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Analytical and strategic thinker who can turn data into clear, actionable recommendations
  • Understanding of TV and digital viewing measurement
  • Knowledge of the digital advertising ecosystem (ad servers, DSPs, SSPs, networks, exchanges, creative optimizers, data providers)
  • Previous people management/coaching experience

Nice to Have

  • Bachelor's degree in liberal arts, marketing, communications/advertising, or media studies
  • Media agency experience
  • Entertainment marketing or media experience
  • Knowledge of the Broadcast/Streaming TV industry
  • Proactive, collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Strong Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills; familiarity with AI tools like Microsoft Copilot

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