Senior Associate, National Video Investment

Job Description
We are looking to add a National Video Investment Senior Associate supporting a large CPG brand. You will report into the National Video Investment Vice President. This hybrid role is based in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
As the National Video Investment Senior Associate, your primary responsibility is to negotiate cost efficient schedules on behalf of the clients. Supported by the Associate, you will coordinate all aspects of the video investment process.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Video Investment and Execution:

Prepare reports for clients on national accounts (Tracking, GRP, Posts)
Ensure that DDS and GRP charts reflect most updated brand requirements
Communication with networks regarding client's scheduling
Ensure that move requests have been requested and are being followed up on daily
Organize all upfront information into summary documents (i.E. "
Roll-Ups"
)
Analyze upfront plans, execute options and sell-off requests, negotiate scatter buys and prepare scatter buy recommendations
Ensure that allocations match flighting/$'s/GRP requirements
Prepare Monthly Spending Reports
Client &
Internal Relationships:

Maintain special client related projects (i.E. Marketplace updates)
Maintain relationships with network sales executives
Assist in managing expectations of clients and their deliverables
Collaborate with supervisor to develop and oversee junior staff, manage time, assure projects are completed on time and adhere to budget
Stay abreast of latest trends in media, programming, and ratings
Inform client/team of new opportunities or issues
Assist with facilitating client meetings
Strategic Thinking &
Leadership:

Instruct and develop Associates knowledge of television media, negotiation skills and DDS programs
Assist management team (Directors etc.) in develop strategies for media buys
Move audience to desired action through clear and persuasive delivery of information
Ensure information is provided to team regarding client issues, internal agency issues, changes in account status, etc.