Location: Des Moines (Hybrid) or Remote outside of Iowa

About SA - Our People

Think of the world’s most talented creative thinkers. Problem-solvers. Strategists. At Strategic America, we don’t bring on anything less. The way we see it, if you’re going to make the best work of your life, you may as well do it with people you like.

At SA, we’ve always been passionate about our employees. Since 2021, we’re also employee owned with participation in an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership ensures SA remains independent and allows our talented team members to share in the company’s success. With each year of employment, SAers build equity in the company, becoming fully vested after six years.

Our employee-led, leadership-supported ERGs celebrate the diversity of our team, foster inclusivity and belonging, and create a space to connect to each other. Through connections and understanding, we build a stronger and more dynamic team and help every person reach their personal peak.

About SA – The Company

When you join SA, you join a strategic team (yes, it’s in our name!) who is also wired for action. Authenticity is our focus, and every day we help our clients propel their potential. If you’re ready for a fast-paced environment that challenges you, supports you, and rewards you, then look no further. Our clients rely on us and we rely on each other to go the extra mile, to hold ourselves accountable because we’re better together and we know we can always find the better way.

About The Role

We strive to create meaning in work and provide more than just a job; a place to belong and grow. As we leap toward our goals that will shape our future, our employee experience is unique. Flexibility, connection, inclusiveness, and collaboration support our well-being and help us be our best. Because when you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. We believe better employees lead to better results.

Join us as we transform your career!

As a Media Account Manager, you will...

• Develop media strategy, plans and rationale based on client needs.
• Present media strategy, plans and rationale to client for review/approval.
• Manage and assist media buyers in implementing plans.
• Maintain buy records and reports as needed.
• Coordinate creative specifications, delivery timelines and traffic instructions
• Adjust media plans and buys based on client needs.
• Conduct post-buy analysis and prepare reporting.
• Maintain working relationships with vendor partners.
• Reconcile vendor invoices.
• Work closely with SA accounting department to ensure accurate client billing.
• Collaborate with other SA internal teams to ensure seamless campaign execution.
• Identify and evaluate special media opportunities for clients.
• Keep current with industry trends and monitor market conditions
• Seek ways to increase efficiency and productivity on assigned accounts.
• Serve as a positive role model by representing the SA’s Core Values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

We realize applying for jobs can feel daunting at times. Even if you don’t check all the boxes in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field
• 5 years work experience 
• Skilled in media planning/buying for all forms of traditional media (Ex: broadcast, print, out of home).
• Experience with digital media planning/buying, preferred (Ex: Connected TV, streaming audio).
• Knowledge of media research tools and resources (Ex: SQAD, Nielsen).
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to mutitask.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and agency media buying software.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong supporter of SA’s desired culture.

Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity

We are proud to be one of only 14 agencies nationwide, and the first in the Midwest, to earn the 4A’s Workplace Enlightenment Certification^®, and we couldn’t have done it without our associates, who participated in digital learning sessions on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, disabilities, and faith. At SA, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where people of every background can thrive and feel welcome. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, or marital, veteran, or physical or mental disability status. Learn more about our commitments here.

Salary Grade (internal use only) - 9

The Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Colorado to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Colorado, the following information may not apply. Salary Minimum: $61,209 Salary Maximum: $94,874. Other components of our Total Rewards package are our discretionary bonus plan and employee stock ownership plan, health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, volunteer time off and paid time off.