About WPP Media  WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.  WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com  At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:  Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.  Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.  Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.     About Wavemaker: A Leading WPP Media Brand  Wavemaker:   Wavemaker positively provokes growth for clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through media, content, and technology. Our name is both our mission and our method. We do our best work for brave brands and people who relish being challenged to go further and faster, together.  Overview of job  Wavemaker is seeking media planning professional with at least 8 years of experience who would be responsible for a wide spectrum of work- Provokes strategic media planning with innovation at heart, explores new consumer trends and the brand’s role in leveraging these, Challenges the old order and make way for the new thinking. Collaborates with the client and the internal GroupM resources to create winning solutions. Reporting of the role The Role Reports to the Client Lead 3 best things about the job: Working with brands across categories, ranging from traditional ones to more digitally evolved brands. Attain strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on diversified category & teams Help some of the largest brands build their traditional media presence and drive revenues for the largest media investment agency Measures of success – In three months: Understand the agency function & Build relationships with some of the finest clients in the country Able to adjust to the clients working style and deliver on day to day requirements Map new media opportunities for the client In six months: Master Proprietary Tools Create Strategic Plans for the client Push innovating concepts to drive revenues  In 12 months: Independently taken charge of the client requirement Enterprising delivered on client’s requirements with cutting edge solutions Motivated team  Responsibilities of the role: To build and foster client relationships by taking charge of the client’s media requirements from formulating strategies and plans to final implementation. Provide media plans across mediums post media brief mining and other data analysis.  Provide insights led solutions for brand problems through Change Planning and other media tools. Generate ideas for brands and lay down communication approach to achieve innovations across mediums.  Contribute to new business presentations and analysis through insights, media plans and innovations Focus on the quality of output/consistent performance/professional code of conduct/sense of ownership/honesty and integrity. Lead a team by supervising and mentoring them to raise the quality of deliverables to the client What you will need: Media understanding, plans working knowledge, campaign management experience with Non-traditional media – digital, activations, cinema etc. Minimum 8 Years work, preferably within media, communication, and advertising Strong business, marketing & consumer understanding Keeping abreast of current industry communication / media thinking Strategic innovation & creativity skills , excellent presentation skill Analytical skills – both qualitative and quantitative Strong knowledge and understanding of media tools and techniques / processes Understanding of all media channels (includes digital) and disciplines and the ability to develop simple and actionable ideas into strategies that matter Team player and positive attitude Excellent communication skill. Life at WPP Media & Benefits   Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.    WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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