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Director, Direct Negotiation

Known
Location
New York, NY
Posted
10 days ago
Department
Science - 1
Salary
$140K-$150K
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years in local broadcast buying, including time leading buys or people
  • Deep command of the local broadcast landscape, including station group dynamics and market nuances
  • Expert-level Mediaocean (Spectra and Prisma)
  • A track record of negotiated outcomes
  • Fluency in core TV and radio concepts
  • Experience bringing insights and analytics into a media buy
Nice to have
  • Experience with predictive analytics or data science
  • Understanding of the digital video landscape
  • Knowledge of National Video
What the job really is

As the Director of Direct Negotiation at Known, you will lead the local broadcast investment strategy, managing how advertising dollars are allocated across various markets and stations. Your role involves negotiating with stations, ensuring accuracy in estimates, and mentoring team members while collaborating with data scientists to enhance broadcast planning. You will also serve as the senior broadcast voice in client interactions, presenting and defending recommendations.

Benefits
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • 401k with company matching and no vesting period
  • Annual bonuses
  • Generous medical plan
  • Paid parental leave
Things to weigh
  • Base salary range is $140K-$150K, which may be a consideration for some candidates
  • Role requires deep expertise in a specific niche of local broadcast buying
  • The position involves significant client interaction and negotiation, which may not suit everyone
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