Media Planner – Digital (Remote)

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled. The Media Planner - Digital (Remote) role is an individual contributor position responsible for developing and executing media plans to support marketing objectives. This role ensures seamless coordination with internal teams and external partners to gather necessary creative assets, manage pixel/tagging implementation, and oversee the launch of campaigns. There are two variations of this role, each specializing in distinct media channels:

• Media Planner – TV & Digital: Focuses on traditional TV & Digital paid media strategy and planning.
• Media Planner – Digital: Focuses on paid media strategy and planning across channels such as search, social and digital programmatic platforms.

This is a remote position that can be home-based anywhere within the United States. Major Responsibilities

• PLATFORM & VENDOR MANAGEMENT (30%): Collaborate with external media partners and vendors to execute campaigns effectively.
• Maintain strong relationships with media platforms (Google, Meta, YouTube, programmatic DSPs, TV networks, etc.) to access new opportunities.
• Monitor and troubleshoot campaign issues, working with vendors to resolve them efficiently.

Coordination & Execution (30%)

• Work cross-functionally with creative, analytics, and operations teams to gather assets, ensure tracking implementation, and meet campaign deadlines.
• Manage the setup of pixel tracking, tagging, and audience segmentation to ensure proper campaign measurement.
• Oversee campaign launches and coordinate adjustments as needed to optimize performance.

Media Planning & Strategy (25%)

• Develop detailed media plans based on marketing objectives, audience insights, and budget considerations.
• Research and recommend optimal media placements and budget allocations.
• Stay updated on media trends and platform innovations to drive campaign effectiveness.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting (15%)

• Track media performance against KPIs and provide insights for campaign optimization.
• Work closely with the analytics team to analyze data and refine media strategies.
• Provide post-campaign reports with learnings and recommendations for future planning.

Experience / Qualifications

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor1s Degree
• Preferred Degree: Bachelor1s Degree in marketing, advertising, business or a related field.
• Years of experience: 3+ years in media planning, with expertise in either Linear TV & Programmatic Digital or Digital.
• Driver1s License Requirement(s): Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Attention to detail – Ensures accuracy in media plans, tagging, and campaign execution.
• Collaboration – Works effectively across teams to coordinate campaign needs.
• Analytical thinking – Interprets data to refine media strategies and optimize performance.
• Time management – Manages multiple campaigns and deadlines efficiently.
• Adaptability – Stays ahead of media industry changes and platform updates.
• Proficiency in media planning tools and platforms (Google Ads, Meta Ads, DSPs, TV buying tools, etc.).
• Experience working with pixel tracking, tagging, and audience segmentation.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate across internal and external teams.

Travel Requirements

• Requires travel by air or car when necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends and some overnights.
• Work typically performed indoors in a home or office environment.

The starting rate is $63,000 to $79,000 annual. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education. ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer. Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing and Sales
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations and Hospitals and Health Care

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