Media Supervisor, Media Buying

Bully Pulpit International

. Communicate the strategic value, operational rigor, and rationale behind media activation goals .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in programmatic and social media buying, with a strong focus on campaign management, audience planning, and strategic communication. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize performance, and mentor junior members in a fast-paced agency environment.

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Programmatic Media BuyingAudience PlanningCampaign ManagementLeadership and Team ManagementAnalytical and Strategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

Programmatic BuyingSocial Media BuyingCampaign OptimizationAudience ForecastingAd OperationsDigital Ad FormatsMedia ActivationVendor ResearchBudget ManagementPerformance Target Achievement

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationProblem-SolvingMentoringCollaborationStrategic Recommendations

Tools & Technologies

The Trade DeskDV360Google Campaign ManagerYahooAmazonAd Tech Platforms

Industry Keywords

Public AffairsStrategic CommunicationsAdvocacyPolitical CampaignsCorporate Reputation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Communicate the strategic value, operational rigor, and rationale behind media activation goals
Develop and promote the agency-wide approach to buying strategy, platform best practices, and technical execution
Analyze programmatic inventory and conduct vendor research
Negotiate and execute effective, innovative, market-leading media activations
Contribute to complex client programs by understanding goals and making strategic recommendations
Manage and supervise campaigns across multiple verticals, channels, and buying platforms
Analyze platform metrics, provide actionable insights, and optimize campaign performance
Identify and implement client workflow and process improvements
Coordinate across client teams, set expectations, secure buy-in, and solve problems
Conduct media, industry, and company research to support advertising and marketing plans
Develop processes to streamline communication and implementation
Maintain relationships with ad tech partners, inventory suppliers, and data providers
Manage client and account team requests, including budget changes, campaign flighting, and audience recommendations
Collaborate with creative and insights teams on media placements and campaign measurement
Delegate tasks and collaborate with media planners on plan development
Become eligible after 6 months to directly manage Media Buyers, Senior Media Buyers, and Media Managers
Mentor junior team members across accounts

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years relevant work experience
Proven hands-on experience in programmatic and social media buying, preferably in an agency environment, with a track record of successful campaigns
Experience across public affairs, strategic communications, advocacy, and political campaigns
Willingness to work on corporate reputation accounts and Democratic politics, non-profit, and advocacy opportunities
Proven experience in audience planning and forecasting for clients
Strong leadership, direct team management, and training skills
Exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities
Hands-on experience running campaigns across digital ad formats in multiple DSPs, including The Trade Desk, DV360, Yahoo, and Amazon
Ability to oversee ad operations and trafficking in Google Campaign Manager
Familiarity with ad tech platforms, partners, tools, and emerging industry trends
Excellent analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed client performance targets
Passion for mentoring and developing team members
Expectation to work from a physical office in DC, NYC, SF, CHI, or LA at least 3 days a week, unless hiring under a fully remote arrangement

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) program with employer match up to 4%
Generous time off for vacation
$50 monthly phone reimbursement
Unlimited sick time
16 weeks of paid leave for new parents
Employee wellness and progressive support
Equal opportunity and inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace