At Cossette Media, bright people shine their brightest. Because we get to work with iconic brands. On projects that always reflect our biggest strengths. And give us a chance to be in the spotlight, here and abroad. Plus, we’re surrounded by brilliant colleagues who ignite our passion daily. Working here is plugging into a collective energy like no other. And giving your skill set and talent a huge spark.The Account Manager - News Media (Print & Digital) oversees and ensures the rigorous execution of advertising placements within Canadian newspapers, magazines, and specialized publications and must have experience with both print and digital executions. This role involves a high level of strategic oversight, ensuring that all placements align with complex technical specifications and critical production timelines. The ideal candidate brings experience and a proactive approach to optimizing workflow, a collaborative approach with planning teams, and managing high‑stakes / high‑volume media partnerships.Transparency matters to us. For this role, you can expect a salary between $70,000‑$80,000 annually, depending on experience.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Budget Management:Lead the supervision and negotiation of budgets with media partners or print and digital placements and innovative executions, seeking to optimize value, ensure quality and innovation.Collaboration with Planning and Project Management:Full immersion with the planning/strategy team to deliver against planning KPI’s, adhere to budgeting guidelines and ensure forecasting, tracking and accuracy of spend.Campaign Lifecycle Management:Audit and validate initial media plans and requests to ensure strategic alignment.Oversee the creation of campaign files and ensure high‑level data integrity within management tools in close collaboration with Account Leadership.Engineer complex production schedules, meticulously tracking material deadlines and publication dates to prevent any risk of delay.Performance & Progress Monitoring:In collaboration with clients,



conduct in‑depth weekly and monthly audits on campaign delivery both in the context of the individual line of business, and the overall client. Your analysis should go beyond a delivery report, seeking insights that will inform future activities.Advanced Quality Assurance:Manage the verification of publication proofs (tearsheets) to confirm that all placements meet contractual obligations and brand standards.Strategic, creative and improvement mindset:Bring thoughtful innovation to executional placement in line with campaign objectives.Financial Stewardship:Oversee the billing lifecycle, proactively resolving discrepancies between bookings and actual publications.Material trafficking:Coordinate with the creative agency on specs and creative delivery to the publications.Qualifications5+ years experience in media planning and buying for print and digital channels.Strong knowledge of the Canadian News‑media ecosystem, audiences/readership including knowledge of their complimentary digital publications and ability to activate directly or through a DSP.Solid relationships with sales teams.Strategic Prioritization:Advanced ability to manage competing priorities and demonstrate a high level of skilled initiative.Analytical Rigor:Exceptional attention to detail combined with a strong analytical mindset to identify and solve execution challenges.Agility & Time Management:Flexibility in high‑pressure environments with appropriate time‑allocation skills.Professionalism:Conscientious, meticulous, and capable of maintaining peak performance under stress.BenefitsAn innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individuality - with the best of colleagues, and the best of clients.Hybrid work models and flexible hours,



plus a work from anywhere policy for short‑term stays in other regions.Generous Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 1 extra week over the holidays.Agency summer days (exact policy differs per campus and agency).Modern, open co‑working spaces with coffee & snack bars, located in great city neighborhoods, close to shops and restaurants and easy access to public transport.Dogs allowed, dedicated Play Room to support families and Private wellness room (in select offices).Team social events - holiday parties, seasonal gatherings, weekly happy hours, inspiring speakers and more!Health & Wellness BenefitsFlexible benefits to support your individual lifestyle and life stage – with access to a personal wellness spending account you can use for a wide range of wellness expenses, including gym membership fees, pet care, education expenses, and much more!Comprehensive mental health support including access to a virtual mental health therapy clinic providing you with personalized therapist guided iCBT programs and live therapy, access to health clinicians 24/7, and a holistic array of other health and wellness resources to support you and your family.Dedicated play rooms for days you need to bring the kids and health and wellness rooms when you need a place to get grounded.A responsible sick & personal absence days policy designed so you don't have to worry the moment a personal obligation or emergency arises.Maternity leave top up program.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementCreating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Not only are these provisions protected by provincial and federal law, embracing difference is what makes Cossette Media what it is—and we wouldn't have it any other way. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the interview process to make it work for you, let us know.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Account Manager - News Media (Print & Digital), Cossette Media - C$70,000 - C$80,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Cossette Media
📍 Winnipeg