Junior Media Planner/Buyer – Partnerships

Gravity Global

. Support planning and buying publication campaigns across relevant print and digital titles .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in media planning and buying, with a strong understanding of audience behavior, campaign performance metrics, and negotiation strategies. Proficient in managing publication databases and coordinating complex media campaigns while maintaining attention to detail and effective communication.

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Media PlanningMedia BuyingAudience ResearchCampaign ManagementNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Media Planning ConceptsBudget ManagementCampaign ReportingData AnalysisPublication Research

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCollaborative ApproachCommercial Curiosity

Tools & Technologies

Media Research ToolsPublication DatabasesBooking SystemsSpreadsheets

Industry Keywords

PublishingAdvertisingCommunicationsEditorial EnvironmentsAudience Behavior

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support planning and buying publication campaigns across relevant print and digital titles
Research publications, audiences, readership profiles, circulation, reach, engagement, environments and editorial context
Identify suitable titles and media opportunities based on client objectives, target audiences, markets and budgets
Maintain publication databases, media-owner contacts, rate cards, deadlines, specifications and availability information
Request and compare proposals, rate details, added-value opportunities and publisher availability
Assist with media plan development covering titles, formats, positions, insertions, flighting, costs and projected delivery
Prepare and issue briefs to media owners
Support negotiation of rates, added value, make-goods and campaign efficiencies under senior guidance
Coordinate bookings, insertion orders, purchase orders, creative deadlines, materials and campaign confirmations
Check publication schedules, page positions, creative specifications and delivery requirements before launch
Liaise with publishers and media owners to resolve issues and confirm changes
Track spend, bookings, invoices, delivery and outstanding actions
Support post-campaign reporting on delivery, performance, audience outcomes, added value and learnings
Maintain campaign documentation and follow approval, QA and governance processes
Contribute to new-business proposals, media recommendations and publication landscape updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Some experience or a strong interest in media planning, media buying, publishing, advertising or communications
Interest in publications, journalism, editorial environments, specialist media and audience behaviour
Basic understanding of media planning concepts such as reach, frequency, audience composition, circulation, impressions and cost efficiency
Comfortable working with spreadsheets, media plans, budgets and detailed campaign information
Strong written and verbal communication skills when dealing with media owners and internal stakeholders
Excellent attention to detail and disciplined checking of dates, costs, specifications and bookings
Ability to organise multiple deadlines, follow processes and maintain accurate records
Commercial curiosity and willingness to understand rates, value, negotiation and campaign outcomes
Analytical mindset with ability to interpret research and campaign data
Collaborative approach and enthusiasm for learning from experienced planners and buyers
Experience with media research tools, publication databases or booking systems is desirable but not essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive rewards and pay aligned to local market practices
Continuous Performance Management with regular feedback and coaching
Flexible working arrangements
Plentiful paid time off
Ongoing training and learning programmes
Social and team-building events
Length-of-service and life-milestone recognition
Gravity Gratitude “kudos” recognition programme
Family-friendly policies, including parental leave
Wellbeing resources
Employee resource groups supporting wellbeing, sustainability and culture