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Senior Media Planner

Zeta GlobalChicago, ILApril 12th, 2026
Remote - Chicago, IL; Remote - Dallas, TXWHO WE AREZeta Global (NYSE: ZETA) is the AI‐Powered Marketing Cloud that leverages advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and trillions of consumer signals to make it easier for marketers to acquire, grow, and retain customers more efficiently. Through the Zeta Marketing Platform (ZMP), our vision is to make sophisticated marketing simple by unifying identity, intelligence, and omnichannel activation into a single platform – powered by one of the industry's largest proprietary databases and AI. Our enterprise customers across multiple verticals are empowered to personalize experiences with consumers at an individual level across every channel, delivering better results for marketing programs. Zeta was founded in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley and is headquartered in New York City with offices around the world. To learn more, go to www.zetaglobal.com.THE ROLEJoin our Media Planning team and support our Central programmatic sales organization. As a Senior Media Planner, you'll lead the development of strategic media plans and RFP/RFI responses, partnering closely with sales and cross‐functional teams to deliver thoughtful, KPI‐driven proposals. This role is designed for an experienced media planner who can translate client goals into clear, actionable recommendations and communicate confidently with internal stakeholders. You'll play a meaningful role in driving revenue and shaping how we approach planning at a fast‐growing digital advertising technology company. Candidates must be based in the Central Time Zone and able to work Central hours.WHAT YOU'LL DOLead the development of media plans and proposals that support new business and account growthOwn the end‐to‐end planning process for RFPs and proactive proposals, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and on‐time deliveryPresent media strategies and recommendations to sales teams and internal stakeholders; manage updates as campaign details evolveGuide campaign design across channels including display, video, social, email, streaming audio, and DOOHTranslate campaign goals into specific audience, inventory, and targeting recommendations using internal and third‐party dataAct as a subject‐matter expert on products, solutions, and media capabilities for sales and internal partnersCollaborate closely with sales, analytics, and other teams to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverablesCapture and share market and client feedback to inform planning approaches and product improvementsHelp build and maintain proposal templates, reference materials, and best practicesContinuously improve proposal quality, workflows, and planning processes to increase efficiency and consistencyWHO YOU AREAn experienced digital media planner who is comfortable making strategic recommendations tied to KPIs, budgets, and timelinesHighly detail‐oriented and accountable, with the ability to manage work independently and meet tight deadlinesA clear, proactive communicator who keeps stakeholders aligned and informedCollaborative by nature and comfortable working cross‐functionally with sales, analytics, strategy, and product teamsConfident presenting ideas and recommendations and partnering closely with sales throughout the planning processAdaptable and comfortable navigating changing requirements without sacrificing qualityOrganized and effective at managing multiple priorities in a fast‐paced environmentCurious about advertising trends and motivated by using data and insights to drive better outcomesWHAT YOU'LL NEED3–4 years of experience in digital media planning, strategy, or online advertisingStrong understanding of digital ad metrics, analysis, and pricing models (CPM, CPC, CPA)Experience planning across multiple advertising categories and using data to inform recommendationsAdvanced working knowledge of Excel and PowerPointAbility to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environmentBONUS POINTSAgency experienceBENEFITS & PERKSUnlimited PTOExcellent medical, dental, and vision coverageEmployee EquityEmployee Discounts, Virtual Wellness Classes, and Pet Insurance And more!!SALARY RANGEThe salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000, depending on location and experience.PEOPLE & CULTURE AT ZETAZeta considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Zeta discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.We're committed to building a workplace culture of trust and belonging, so everyone feels invited to bring their whole selves to work. We provide a forum for employees to celebrate, support and advocate for one another. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion here: https://zetaglobal.com/blog/a-look-into-zetas-ergs/#J-18808-Ljbffr