Media Manager
We are currently supporting a search for a Media Manager to join a leading global communications group in the advertising and media industry. Our client brings together creativity, media, technology and production to help brands build trust and drive business growth.
This position is based in Toranomon, Tokyo, and reports to the Media Director. It suits a media professional who enjoys client-facing work and is eager to shape the next generation of marketing in Japan.
About the Role
In this role you will lead day-to-day client communications and the smooth execution of media campaigns for an advertising and communications business. You will be the link between the strategic direction set by the Media Director and the concrete plans that deliver it. You will work closely with creative, data and strategy teams in an agile, cross-functional setup. Our client is looking for a next-generation media specialist who keeps learning, takes initiative and brings fresh ideas to how media is used. Backed by significant investment in customer experience, data and AI technology, you will help clients achieve measurable results and business growth.
Responsibilities
Client Communications * Act as the primary point of contact for clients, keeping daily communication smooth. * Listen closely to understand client needs and challenges on the front line. * Work from the client's office when required to strengthen relationships and support project delivery.
Campaign Management * Oversee the end-to-end execution of media campaigns. * Direct delivery setups and track progress against plan. * Deliver clear, insightful reporting.
From Strategy to Execution * Translate the strategic goals set by the Media Director into concrete media plans. * Break plans down into daily execution tasks, leaving nothing out.
Cross-functional Collaboration * Align creative, data, strategy and other teams so campaigns are delivered successfully and on schedule. * Coordinate with internal and external partners to keep projects moving.
Learning and Innovation * Keep up with the latest media trends and advertising technologies. * Share your knowledge to raise the capability of the wider team. * Propose new, out-of-the-box approaches to media use.
Requirements * Around 3 to 5+ years of experience in media planning or campaign management at an advertising agency, a media agency or on the client side. * Practical, operational knowledge of digital advertising such as Search, Social and Programmatic. Understanding of offline media is a plus. * Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to interpret client intentions accurately. * Strong execution skills and attention to detail. * Strong curiosity about new tools and technologies, and a drive for continuous self-improvement in a fast-paced industry.
Why Apply * Work at the core of a process that combines media strategy with a deep understanding of Japanese culture and consumers. * Use strong investment in customer experience, data and AI technology to improve your media strategies. * Join an agile, cross-functional team that creates integrated solutions with real impact on society and consumers. * Keep a global perspective while helping to set the next standards of marketing in Japan. * Grow through continuous learning and the chance to contribute to innovation within the team. * Join an inclusive, responsible workplace with a salary range of 7,000k to 8,000k per year, based in Toranomon, Tokyo.