Publicis Media is one of Canada's fastest growing Media Agency networks. A pool of talented individuals who learn from each other (while tapping into global centres of excellence) and transparency at the core of everything we do, from data reporting to billing all the way to agency leadership. Publicis Media has experienced an incredible growth rate over the past years. The network has transformed and moved at the pace of culture.
Publicis Media Canada is proud to be Great Places to Work™ certified and recognized with Best Workplaces™ for Today’s Youth. You'll be provided with 3 weeks minimum vacation to start plus additional long weekend Publicis days, holidays closures, your birthday off, free Headspace memberships, wellness and technology credits, and a market leading savings plan.
The Media Buyer negotiates with media vendors to secure the most cost-effective delivery of objectives; balancing price with quality factors. The negotiation is reflective of the strategy & brand requirements of approved campaigns in TV, OLV & Radio, and OOH in a team environment.
The candidate must be well informed of the TV, & Radio, landscape (programming, trends, formats, ownership) trends and research. Apex is a newer division of Publicis Groupe in Canada, the candidate chosen will help build process, be a self-starter, highly accountable person able to work with minimal supervision.
Negotiate approved executions – TV, & Radio
Work with media vendors regarding tactical aspects of the media buy to achieve campaign objectives and/or fulfill a client request
Manage contracts/ insertion orders and any resulting revisions with media vendors
input broadcast/OLV media buys actualize media spending
Billing
Advance knowledge of media ocean an asset




Train media assistants
Prepare/develop reports in PowerPoint & Excel – routine & custom reports
Usage of all media related systems

Media management - DDS, OLV buying platform
Media Research - nLogic
External Client (pre & post buy presentations), Media Sales reps, Media Systems reps
Minimum of Associate Degree in Media, bachelor’s degree a plus/preferred
Minimum of 2+ years of media buying
Media systems’ proficiency
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Technical proficiency, particularly with Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Able to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
Amicable/gets along with people – builds strong relationships with media contacts
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.
This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data.
We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. Publicis Media is an equal prospect employer with a solid commitment to diversity and inclusion. We create and nurture a vibrant work workplace that celebrates, values and leverages all aspects of diversity and inclusiveness, attracts world-class talent and serves as the industry benchmark for best practices. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest in Publicis Media however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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📌 Media Buyer (TV and Radio) (Montreal)
🏢 Publicis Groupe
📍 Montreal