Associate Media Buyer

Posted 9/1/2026 · last confirmed live 9/3/2026

About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com . Your Impact:    Input and track client schedules in campaign management system   Handle day-to-day client requests   Secure and confirm makegoods for campaign inventory   Review vendor contracts for accuracy   Generate schedules where necessary/appropriate to client teams   Assist in the preparation of PowerPoint presentations   Analyze and prepare post-buy reports and presentations   Prepare status updates for internal status meetings, which includes taking minutes and updating status documents   Utilize and understand proprietary and syndicated research tools used for planning and reporting purposes    Study demographic data and consumer profiles to identify desired target audiences for specific media vehicles, including lifestyles and psychographics    Utilize syndicated research to help analyze the competitive landscape    Develop agency point of views on media opportunities for submission to the client    Input data into Campaign Management (i.e. DDS) and Ad Serving platforms    Resolve discrepancies within the billing process      Secondary Responsibilities:    Attend client specific and departmental meetings   Attend mandatory Agency Training   Attend media training programs   Attend presentations by vendors / potential vendors   Participate in creative brainstorm sessions   Proactively keep abreast of industry trends and share knowledge with team   Assist in the compilation of marketing and media data to be used as support for implementation decisions   Assist in the preparation and rationale of media recommendations and plan presentations     Your Qualifications:    Skills/Attributes:    Effective written and oral communication skills   Demonstrates very high level accuracy and attention to detail   Self-starter who demonstrates initiative   Ability to manage multiple projects   Works well in a team setting   Thrives in fast paced environment   Embraces agency core values   Desire to learn, develop and progress   Experience:    College Graduate   Relevant Internships   Knowledge:    Proficient with Microsoft Office Software (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)   Desire to understand the broader media landscape and its impact on campaigns and strategies     Qualities:    Digitally Savvy: Personally uses digital social media, demonstrates passion about emerging media, Google Analytics, Google Images, ability to search and research topics, etc.   Thrives in team environment    Entertainment industry experience   Passion for movie/entertainment industry, avid movie-goer     Life at WPP Media & Benefits       Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.          WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.     We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.        Please read our Privacy Notice ( https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy)  for more information on how we process the information you provide.        While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   Please read our Privacy Notice   for more information on how we process the information you provide.  

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