Media Strategy and Planning Specialist

This is a Full Time Job

Job Purpose:

The Media Strategy & Planning team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for Entertainment. The Specialist, Media Strategy & Planning is responsible for supporting the Sr. Manager, Media Strategy & Planning in the planning and execution process of all paid media plans in support of Peacock and NBC Entertainment titles.

Essential Responsibilities
• Support the team in the development and execution of media strategies and plans for all supported shows
• Oversee the delivery of all creative materials between NBCU creative groups and all external partners/vendors
• Coordinate with media agency of record to file and maintain agency presentations, flowcharts, authorizations, traffic instructions, and billing
• Manage billing trackers and quarterly budget documents
• Attend and participate in media briefing sessions, status meetings, agencies/vendor meetings, internal show meetings
• Assist the larger media organization with any ad-hoc projects/requests across NBCU brands
• Troubleshoot and problem solve, working with internal teams and external agency partners to investigate and resolve campaign execution questions and issues
• Collaborate cross functionally with various marketing departments on wholistic plans

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:
• 2-3 years of experience in media planning and buying
• Media agency experience required
• Previous management experience preferred
• Computer proficiency particularly with Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Desired Characteristics
• Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts, Marketing, Communications/Advertising, or Media Studies
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline driven, fast paced environment
• Ability to stay organized and manage time wisely
• Knowledge of marketing, advertising, and media planning principles
• A love of the Entertainment industry
• Must have team spirit and be a self-motivator with a proactive nature and collaborative attitude
• Solid writing and organization skills
• Self-starter with good judgment and ability to work independently
• Ability to think creatively, strategically and technically
• Flexibility to adjust schedule based on workload

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.