Advertising Sales Planner

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, Sundance TV and WE tv; and film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking an Advertising Sales Planner to join our ad sales team based in our Santa Monica, California office.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Create, assist in sell-through, and management of cross-platform media plans 

• Assist in pricing negotiations between the AMCN Pricing & Planning Team and the agency/client for all upfront and scatter buys; maximize revenue potential  

• Track campaign delivery and proactively execute solutions for any liability or over-delivery 

• Oversee and assist in the execution of both on-air and digital marketing campaigns from the initial pitch stage to the final activation 

• Assist Commercial Revenue Sales teams and Pricing & Planning Team in ad hoc projects and analyses 

• Work closely with Ad Ops/Comm Ops departs regarding the timing, execution, and expected delivery of all elements to meet the log deadlines 

• Work with Sales and the client to resolve deal billing issues & discrepancies 

• Mentor & participate in the development of Sales Assistants 

• Support Ad Sales Team with growth generation and new business prospecting; work with cross-functional teams (i.e. Research and Integrated Marketing) to create sellable offerings and drive revenue 

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred) 

• Bachelor's degree 
• 2+ years of relevant work experience 
• Minimum 1.5+ years of prior agency or media sales experience. 
• Well-organized and able handle multiple tasks with acute attention to detail 
• Fosters teamwork 
• Brings a spirit of curiosity and inclusion 
• Proactive problem solver 
• Communicates effectively between internal and external counterparts 
• Knowledge of media math (CPM, reweights, rating calculations) 
• Ability to work with sales planning and post systems 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 

The base compensation range for this position is $54,000 to $59,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.