Assistant Negotiator, Media Activation (Orion)

Business Overview 

Orion Worldwide is a global media company that generates value for our business partners. As the industry has evolved over the past two decades, so have we — expanding our global reach and product offering to deliver value for the world’s best brands, across nearly every category. The very best ideas are developed by people with diversity of background, thought and experience working together to develop customized solutions that best address our partners’ needs. A five-time winner of “Most Inclusive Climate” at the IPG Inclusion Awards, we scale our recruiting efforts beyond the traditional advertising candidate pool to find people who possess the passion, innovative thinking and collaborative skills needed to achieve our business goals and assist in cultivating a culture in which we can all be proud.

Position Summary

The Assistant Negotiator, Media Activation supports seasoned negotiator in day-to-day tasks in negotiating, activation and maintaining general market/direct response national video and radio budgets on behalf of our clients. In this role, the Assistant Negotiator, Media Activation interacts with Client Business Partners, Traffic and Finance and acts as an additional contact with outside media representatives. The position requires a strong aptitude for buying and the aptitude to multitask and build relationship internally and externally.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist media buyers in negotiating and executing barter media buys across multiple platforms
• Coordinate with vendors, internal account teams, and clients to facilitate media placements
• Track, input, and maintain accurate records of media buys and barter transactions in proprietary systems
• Monitor campaign performance and assist in generating reports, makegoods, and post-buy analyses
• Prepare insertion orders and media confirmations
• Work closely with inventory and sales teams to match media opportunities with client needs
• Help maintain strong relationships with media vendors, understanding barter-specific deal structures
• Stay current on media trends, industry developments, and emerging platforms

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business, or a related field
• 0–2 years of experience in media, advertising, or related fields (internships welcome)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with media software (e.g., Mediaocean) is a plus
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Interest in barter/trade media and non-traditional advertising solutions
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Desired Skills & Experience

* Solid negotiating skills and experience collaborating with Strategy/Planning teams 
  * Proven problem-solving ability 
  * Able to work as part of a team in a deadline-driven, high-pressure environment 
  * Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities 
  * Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word
  * Knowledgeable in media math 
  * Proficient with MBox or equivalent Inventory Management system 
  * Excellent written and verbal communication skills    
  * Energetic self-starter with a strong work ethic and integrity as well as positive interpersonal skills 

We See You  

At IPG Mediabrands, we are unified behind a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Together, we shine through a set of shared values and behaviors. We take pride in our responsibility to our clients, communities, and to each other. We embrace differences and recognize the unique value that each of us brings to our community.  

We encourage you to apply, as unique backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are welcomed.   

We See You at IPG Mediabrands. 

Wage and Benefits

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days. 

We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award. 

The salary range for this position is posted below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.   

Employment Transparency

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email [email protected].

About IPG Mediabrands 

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialty business units Healix, Kinesso, MAGNA, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com.