Media Buyer
Remote, United States | Full-Time | Exempt | Reports to Media Director
About Us
Simplifying out-of-home (OOH), that is what working at ODN is all about. As one of the fastest-growing OOH media placement firms in the country, ODN partners with agencies and advertisers to deliver strategic, high-impact campaigns.
Our highly collaborative team works closely with OOH vendors across North America to secure the best placements and competitive rates for our clients. From Outdoor Advertising and Experiential Marketing to DOT and large-format printing, ODN provides end-to-end solutions that bring brands to life in the real world.
About the Role
The Media Buyer is a key member of ODN’s high-performing, client-focused media team, responsible for delivering strategic, fiscally responsible, and effective media plans that exceed client expectations. This role is actively involved in the full media lifecycle—from planning and purchasing through implementation and analysis—while maintaining alignment with ODN’s standards and culture.
This role is ideal for an organized, adaptable media professional with 3+ years of media planning or buying experience who can manage budgets, coordinate with clients and vendors, and execute accurate, timely media plans in a fast-paced remote environment.
Using ODN’s proprietary media planning platform, the Media Buyer works closely with clients, vendors, production partners, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution and support long-term growth for both clients and ODN.
What You Will Be Doing
- Execute media planning and buying responsibilities with a client-first approach, strong attention to detail, fiscal responsibility, and close collaboration across teams.
- Develop and implement strategic, accurate, and timely media plans tailored to client goals.
- Manage assigned media budgets responsibly, including accurate tracking, reporting, and execution.
- Collaborate with vendors and internal production teams to coordinate delivery and implementation.
- Maintain client satisfaction through effective communication, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
- Partner across departments to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of all media plans.
- Stay informed on industry trends and proactively identify new opportunities for client media strategies.
- Coordinate experiential, digital, traditional, programmatic, and non-traditional out-of-home media.
- Support the Media Director and management team with projects and attend client meetings, presentations, and out-of-state market visits.
What You Will Need to Be Successful
- Strong client service skills and the ability to build productive relationships with clients and vendors.
- A high level of organization with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A collaborative mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
- Demonstrated fiscal responsibility and attention to detail when managing media budgets.
- Familiarity with traditional, digital, experiential, and programmatic OOH media formats preferred.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and quickly adjust plans and priorities as needs evolve.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with media planning platforms is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in media planning or buying; OOH experience is preferred, and agency or vendor experience.
Remote Work & Physical Requirements
This full-time, exempt role operates in a fully remote work environment. Standard business hours are generally Monday through Friday, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; however, employees are expected to work the hours necessary to fulfill role responsibilities, which may occasionally include evenings or weekends.
- Sit or stand at a computer workstation for extended periods.
- Use standard home office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and printer.
- Communicate effectively by phone, email, and video conferencing tools.
- Maintain a dedicated home workspace that is safe, ergonomically appropriate, professional, and free from distractions during working hours.
- Occasionally lift and carry items up to 15 pounds, such as a laptop, files, or office supplies.
- Travel approximately 10–15%, including overnight, out-of-state market visits; additional occasional travel may occur for client meetings, training, team meetings, company events, or the annual company retreat.
What We Offer
- Competitive base pay within the posted range, based on experience, skills, and business needs.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and supplemental coverage options.
- Paid time off.
- 11 paid holidays, plus 3 additional floating holidays.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Parental leave to support you and your family.
- Paid time off to volunteer with nonprofit organizations or community service groups.
- Fully remote work environment with flexibility to support work-life balance.
- A collaborative, high-energy culture that values teamwork and innovation.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Annual, fully paid company retreat hosted in various cities across the U.S. to connect, collaborate, and celebrate as a team.
- An employee-led culture committee that keeps things engaged through lunch and learns, trivia, escape rooms, and other team-building activities.
- Opportunities to contribute to the growth and development of out-of-home advertising campaigns.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ODN is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
3+ years media planning or buying experience; strong client service, organization, communication, and fiscal responsibility; proficiency in Microsoft Office; bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, or related field preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- planning media campaigns
- buying media placements
- managing budgets
Skills & Tools
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Job Details
- Category: Marketing
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Languages: English
Benefits
- 401k matching
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Generous parental leave
About ODN
A fast-growing out-of-home media placement firm partnering with agencies and advertisers to deliver strategic campaigns. — Industry: Media and Communications