Manager, Media Strategy & Planning

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

The Manager, Media is primarily responsible for supporting the Vice President, Media and the Senior Director, Media in the planning and buying process of all paid media plans in support of NBC Entertainment, Peacock, and Bravo.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute media strategies and plans for all supported shows across paid in partnership with the Senior Director, Media.

• Prepare strategic written deliverables, including media briefs, plan recommendations, campaign recaps, and marketing presentations for senior leadership, cross-functional stakeholders, and agency partners.

• Leverage research, analytics, and audience insights to inform media recommendations, audience strategies, and investment decisions across paid and owned platforms.

• Partner with cross-functional teams on marketing plans and execution, representing the media team and effectively communicating media strategies, plans, and campaign updates.

• Oversee the end-to-end execution process, ensuring assets are developed, approved, delivered, and launched on time.

• Manage, mentor, and develop a direct report through coaching, feedback, and professional development.

• Assist in managing all financial reporting documents associated with the media budget.

• Build and maintain relationships with media partners to identify emerging trends, innovative opportunities, and first-to-market solutions.

• Support the larger media team with any ad-hoc projects/requests.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in media planning and buying across all media channels

• Strong foundation in marketing, advertising, and media planning principles

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely

• Proven ability to independently manage timelines, deadlines, and follow-through across multiple campaigns and projects in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work

• Analytical, strategic thinking, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data and complex information into actionable insights, compelling recommendations, and clear written deliverables

• Understanding of TV and digital viewing measurement

• Understanding of the end-to-end digital advertising ecosystem, including agency, publisher, and consumer-facing technologies – such as ad servers, DSPs, SSPs, networks, exchanges, creative optimizers, and data providers

• Previous people management experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing junior team members

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree in liberal arts, marketing, communications/advertising, or media studies

• Media agency experience preferred

• Entertainment marketing or media experience preferred

• Knowledge and understanding of the television industry, particularly the Broadcast and Streaming TV business and landscape

• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

• Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AI-powered productivity tools, such as Microsoft Copilot

• Flexibility to adjust schedule based on workload

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $80,000- $110,000*(bonus eligible).*

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].