Media Planner

Title:Media PlannerLocation:HamiltonCompany:SSCG Media Group (An Omnicom Media Company)

About Us

SSCG Media Group is one of the largest full-service, 100% pharma-focused strategic media planning and buying groups in the world — andwe’reproud to be part of Omnicom Media Group.

Buthere’swhat really matters:

We’rea team that believesgreat workstarts with curious minds, collaborative energy, and people whoaren’tafraid to speak up. Our values — Substance, Style, Conviction, and Grace — guide how we show up for our clients and for each other.

We move fast. We support each other. We grow talent.

We are committed to providing meaningful growth opportunities and early ownership for our team members. 

Who You Are

As a Media Planner, you move from execution support to strategic ownership.

You’renot justmaintainingthe plan —you’rehelping shape it.You’re not just taking notes —you’releading conversations.You’re not just tracking deadlines —you’redriving momentum.

You’rereadyfor moreautomony, more strategy and more client exposure. 

WhatYou’llOwn

Strategy & Plan Development

You help set the pace for the team.

You’llstart connecting the “why” behind the plan and not just the “what”

• Contribute to the development of full-funnel media strategies across channels

• Translate brandobjectivesinto tactical media recommendations

• Analyze competitive insights and research to inform planning decisions

• Partner with Senior members of the team to build integrated, data-informed plans

Plan Management & Optimization

You’lldevelop confidence managing both details and performance impact. 

• Own media flowcharts and budget allocations with accuracy and accountability

• Monitor plan performance in collaborations with Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams

• Identifyoptimization opportunities and recommend adjustments

• Maintain planning tools and documentation with precision

Client & Cross-FunctionalCollaboration

Your voice becomes part of the client conversation

• Lead portions of client meetings and internal cross-discipline status calls

• Present plan updates and explain strategic recommendations clearly

• Serve as key liaison between Planning,Project Management,Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams

Strategic Presence& Ownership

Your voice carries weight in shaping decisions

• Think ahead andanticipatebusiness needs

• Bring thoughtful perspectives to planning discussions

• Confidently communicate brand knowledge and media rationale

• Proactively flag risks,opportunitiesand gaps

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree (Advertising/Marketing, Communications, or Business preferred)

• 1-2 years of media planning experience (Pharma vertical is a plus!)

• Strong presentation and communication skills

• Ability to analyze data and translate into action

• Comfort managing budgets and planning documents

• Proficiencyin Excel andPowerpoint

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Confidence to speak up and contribute to ideas

Why This Role Is aBIG deal

This is where you:

• Move from supporting strategy to shaping it

• Gain real client-facing experience

• Build cross-channelexpertise

• Develop strategic confidence

• Prepare for Senior Planner growth

This is where your career shifts from execution to influence.

Ifyou’reready to elevate your thinking and make a measurable impact, this is the right next move for you!