Job Description
Who We Are
Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging.
At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.
Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.
What You’ll Do
50% Buying and Optimization
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Oversee planning, buying and optimization of programmatic media across a portfolio of clients.
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Socialize and document optimizations and learnings
30% Training, Process Implementation & Best-Practice Development
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Implement and build on best practices for bidding, budget management, ad operations and reporting
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Create case studies to support best practices
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Educate internally and externally on DSP functionality, results and optimizations
20% Client Service
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Support development of POVs to inform clients and agency personnel about changes in RTB and programmatic marketplace technology
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Design and implement strategies to improve performance for clients, supporting recommendations with results data
Who You Are
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A strong, effective communicator
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A problem solver with the ability to develop creative solutions
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Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
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An effective time manager, comfortable working with multiple timelines and deliverables
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Comfortable working within large sets of data and numbers
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A helpful team player with business maturity in a professional setting, willing to roll up your sleeves
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Takes pride in ownership of work and demonstrates accountability
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Able to thrive in an agile, fast-paced environment and seek out feedback proactively
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Results and solutions oriented; consistently motivated, proactive, and resourceful
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Interested in the media landscape, specifically programmatic, with a desire to innovate and keep up with trends
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A supporter of and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion
Preferred Skills & Experience
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1+ years of hands-on programmatic buying experience
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Proven ability to develop/implement/improve business processes
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Proven ability to thrive in highly collaborative work environments
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Advanced user of at least two DSPs
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Eagerness to work on the disruptive side of business, with new DSP technologies
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Strong knowledge of statistical concepts relevant to optimization, as well as scientific testing in live media environments
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Experience managing or mentoring junior employees is preferred
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
There are no requirements for certificates, licenses and registrations.
Physical Activity and Work Environment
There are no requirements for physical activity and work environment.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
#LI-LT1 #LI-Hybrid
Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Salary Range
$62,400.00 - $70,000.00
A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.
Top Skills
What We Do
Horizon Media is a leader in driving business-based outcomes for marketers. The company was founded in 1989, is headquartered in New York, and has offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. With estimated billings of $8.7 billion and over 2,300 employees, Horizon is the third largest U.S. media agency according to COMvergence data.
Recognized as one of the world’s ten most innovative marketing and advertising companies by Fast Company, Horizon Media has been named Media Agency of the Year by MediaPost, Adweek and AdAge and is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its culture, Horizon is also consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, Forbes, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal; including “Best Workplaces for Diversity,” “Best Workplaces for Women,” and “Best Workplaces for Millennials” honors.
Bill Koenigsberg, President, CEO and Founder of Horizon Media, has earned almost every industry accolade and, in 2019, garnered the marketing’s highest honor when he was inducted into the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Hall of Fame.
TOGETHER WE'RE BUILDING A PLACE OF BELONGING
At Horizon, diversity, equity and inclusion are pillars of our culture. Numerous studies show that a more diverse workplace benefits everyone in so many ways; employees, organizations and their clients. When people feel that they belong and are included, they become committed and feel empowered to be more innovative. And that is the workforce we strive to have.
We welcome everyone and do not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. We want you to feel welcomed, safe and know that you’re a vital member of our community.
For more information, visit:
www.horizonmedia.com or www.horizonmedia.com/careers.
