Specialist, Media Strategy & Planning

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Purpose:

The Media Strategy & Planning team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for Entertainment. The Specialist, Media Strategy & Planning is responsible for supporting the Sr. Manager, Media Strategy & Planning in the planning and execution process of all paid media plans in support of Peacock and NBC Entertainment titles.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support the team in the development and execution of media strategies and plans for all supported shows
• Oversee the delivery of all creative materials between NBCU creative groups and all external partners/vendors
• Coordinate with media agency of record to file and maintain agency presentations, flowcharts, authorizations, traffic instructions, and billing
• Manage billing trackers and quarterly budget documents
• Attend and participate in media briefing sessions, status meetings, agencies/vendor meetings, internal show meetings
• Assist the larger media organization with any ad-hoc projects/requests across NBCU brands
• Troubleshoot and problem solve, working with internal teams and external agency partners to investigate and resolve campaign execution questions and issues
• Collaborate cross functionally with various marketing departments on wholistic plans

Basic Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in media planning and buying
• Media agency experience required
• Previous management experience preferred
• Computer proficiency particularly with Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts, Marketing, Communications/Advertising, or Media Studies
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline driven, fast paced environment
• Ability to stay organized and manage time wisely
• Knowledge of marketing, advertising, and media planning principles
• A love of the Entertainment industry
• Must have team spirit and be a self-motivator with a proactive nature and collaborative attitude
• Solid writing and organization skills
• Self-starter with good judgment and ability to work independently
• Ability to think creatively, strategically and technically
• Flexibility to adjust schedule based on workload

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $70,000- $75,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].