Video production assistant job description

Who We Are
Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain's New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging.

At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.
Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.

Job Summary
What's your favorite TV show? Is it on Hulu, Bravo, or NBC (yes, they're all “TV”)? The Video Investment Team at Horizon Media works with all Linear, Digital, and OTT (Over the Top) streaming partners to place our clients' media buys to reach their target consumer. This includes negotiating media buys, sponsorships, and advanced tv/addressable campaigns.
The role of the Assistant Investor is to support the investment team, maintaining our clients' media schedules. This individual is expected to contribute in the activation of video campaigns, including gaining an understanding of the media industry and their individual client's needs. Under leadership of the Investor, the assistant investor will begin to understand the media landscape including TV, digital and streaming/OTT and how activating against these media types helps drive our clients' businesses.

What You'll Do
75% - Media Schedule and data management
10% - Stewardship/Billing Discrepancies
10% - Training & Development
5% - Client Relations
Assist with day-to-day account maintenance tasks inclusive of schedule changes, programming details, billing, trafficking requests Support team members with overall buy activation Check invoices and resolve media billing discrepancies Track buy information and post reporting Contribute creative media ideas in brainstorming sessions during development process Attend and participate in vendor and internal meetings, where applicable Develop and maintain knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies that affect the buying discipline Learn about the various departments at HMI and each work together Participate in HMI's Media 101 Training program as well as other syndicated and proprietary training sessions

Who You Are
Interested in the video landscape with a desire to innovate and keep up with trends Hungry to learn more and further your knowledge of the media landscapeA left and right brain thinker - a data powered strategist Comfortable working within large sets of data and numbersA problem solver with the ability to develop creative solutions Results oriented; consistently motivated, proactive, and resourcefulA strong, effective communicator Detail oriented with strong organizational skills An effective time manager, comfortable working with multiple timelines and deliverables Flexible in working both independently and with a team, willing to roll up your sleeves An individual who takes pride in ownership of work and demonstrates accountability Able to thrive in an agile, fast paced environment and seek out feedback proactively An advocate for and supporter of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Preferred Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Marketing or related experience Internship experience in marketing or media is preferred Strong problem-solving mentality, work ethic, and verbal and written communication skills Enthusiastic, proactive, and adaptable with excellent organization skills and attention to detail Experience working in fast-paced environment and able to multi-task Detail-oriented, and comfortable working with numbers

Certificates, licenses and registrations
No requirements for certificates, licenses, and registrations.

Physical Activity and Work Environment
No requirements for physical activity and work environment.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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