Kelly Scott Madison · 1 day ago
Planner, Integrated Planning
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expKelly Scott Madison—KSM—is a leading, independent media and advertising agency that futureproofs brands and fuels business growth. They are seeking a Planner/Specialist to contribute to cross-channel media planning and investment on key accounts, facilitating communication and collaboration between team members and clients for seamless execution.
AdvertisingMarketingSocial Media
Responsibilities
Contribute to the set-up, management, and optimization of cross-channel campaigns (paid search, paid social, programmatic, and offline media) across multiple clients and industry verticals
Collaborate on high-level strategy development and contribute to evidence-based media solutions tailored to client objectives
Analyze performance metrics and marketplace trends to inform optimization strategies and tactical plans
Ensure seamless execution and adherence to timelines, deliverables, and budget commitments
Facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration between internal teams, external vendors, and clients
Monitor campaign performance across key media platforms
Contribute to agency initiatives, including developing best practices, disseminating industry updates, and refining processes
Aid in training the department on new processes and best practices across all media channels
Support the client billing process and maintain key documents (flowcharts, budget sheets, status reports)
Participate in competitive and marketplace analysis and contribute to agency points of view (POVs)
Qualification
Required
1–2+ years of cross-channel media planning and digital investment experience
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Proven ability to create cross-channel media recommendations through data-centric analysis
Experience in managing campaign set-up, optimization, and reporting
Familiarity with client billing processes and maintaining campaign documentation
A strong communicator—clear, concise, credible, and fearless in sharing ideas
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to multitask effectively
Analytical and data-driven, comfortable with numbers and spreadsheets
Process-oriented but adaptable, able to handle ambiguity and reprioritize as needed
Confident yet humble, open-minded, and eager to learn
A team player who puts clients first while fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment
Experienced in mentoring and developing others
Preferred
In-platform experience with The Trade Desk, Meta, TikTok or Google Ads a plus
Benefits
Robust health insurance
Flexibility
Appreciation for time away
Recognition
Professional development
Growth opportunities
Career pathing
Integrated learning ecosystem
Mentorship
Employee recognition
Competitive compensation
401(k) with company match
Pre-tax programs
Referral rewards
Remote work reimbursement
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, pet, and life)
Onsite fitness center covered 100%
Discounted membership rates at partner gyms
Access to virtual fitness classes
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Curated opportunities to nurture your breaktime
Personalized Paid Time Off (i.e., “Unlimited PTO”)
Remote work flexibility
Paid parental leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption)
Variety of Employee Resource Groups
Volunteer opportunities
Corporate donation matching through KSM Cares Outreach
Company
Kelly Scott Madison
KELLY SCOTT MADISON is a marketing and advertising company providing media solutions and services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jonathan Lichter
Partner / Chief Strategy Officer
Recent News
2025-05-06
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