Paid Media Assistant / GPS Impact / Location Flexible

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Title: Paid Media Assistant
Location: Flexible
Status: Seasonal through November 4, 2020

GPS Impact, a progressive full-service multi-media advertising agency, is looking for an outcome-driven experienced professional to join our advertising team as a Paid Media Assistant.

Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping progressive candidates and causes, experience developing and executing digital media strategy, an appetite for working hard and pushing the envelope, and strong interpersonal communication skills.

Applicants for this position may be staffed in Des Moines, Kansas City, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. or remotely.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Paid Media Assistant, who coordinates with Lead Integrated Media Planner and Buyer and reports to the Media Director, is responsible for the following:

• Managing, organizing and updating vendor costs and proposals 
• Tracking political ad spending and reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in the analyzing and reporting on political advertising spending
• In coordination with the production team, assist the Media Team with creative asset organization and distribution to appropriate vendors and media outlets
• Develop media calendars and schedules for use by the Media Team
• In coordination with the Lead Integrated Media Buyer and the Accounting Department, organize and prepare payments to vendors and media outlets 
• Assist the Lead Integrated Media Buyer with day to day communication with vendors and affiliates as needed

REQUIREMENTS

We’re seeking candidates who excel in a fast-paced team environment, are results-oriented, and have strong organizational skills. You should:

• Have strong quantitative skills and experience in Excel and Sheets 
• Experience working in databases and data management platforms
• Be highly organized and detail-oriented, with an ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines 
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment 
• Be dependable and trustworthy with an ability to work well independently and with others
• Have a positive attitude and desire to lead
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, both for internal and external communication

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Genuine interest in political advertising and understanding of paid media landscape 
• Experience in ASANA or other project management tools
• Experience in AdMo or STRATA 
• Experience in data visualization 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change at any time with or

This is a full-time, seasonal position that would end on November 4, 2020.  Salary ranges from $40,000-$50,000 annually and is dependent on experience and location. 

GPS Impact is an equal opportunity employer who believes a diverse, inclusive staff is a fundamental strength. We’re committed to hiring people of all races, ethnicities, social classes, religions, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, and gender identities. People of underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to cath...@gpsimpact.com. Please use the subject line: GPS Impact Paid Media Assistant. Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more about GPS Impact at www.gpsimpact.com.