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Media Planner in Des Moines, IA

Media Planner Job Description

Media planners work with client and account teams to develop objectives and strategies for media buys, and they determine the mix of advertising outlets to use for campaigns to optimize frequency and maximize reach. Research and analytical skills are essential for this role, as are strong communication and collaboration abilities. Experience working with audience research and measurement tools such as ComScore and Nielsen may be required. A bachelor’s degree in marketing is often preferred.

Typical media planner duties:

Creating and implementing media plans to meet strategic, media-related objectives within established budgetsIdentifying target audiences and evaluating their behaviors to determine how to attract and retain customers and increase customer satisfactionTracking, analyzing and interpreting the results of advertising spend to gauge the success of campaigns and adjust strategies

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Salary for Media Planner in Des Moines, IA
58361 - 82740
25th percentile
58361
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
68458
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
82740
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
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