Associate, Media Planning

About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com . Role Summary and Impact You will play a key role as a Associate, Media Planning with a dynamic and multi-cultural teams focused delivery best in class campaigns. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and eager to learn about media planning and account support. You will work closely with senior team members to help keep projects moving, maintain accurate documentation, and support day-to-day team operations. Skills and Experience As a member of one of our key regional gaming accounts, you are responsible for localising media plans, thinking creatively, and developing innovative strategies to ensure marketing campaigns reach the right audience in the most effective way. We work in collaborations with our global teams in EMEA & AMER, so the ability to work alongside and across cross functional team is essential. Role & Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Act as a POC for the clients, providing them with support and timely responses. Develop and maintain accurate media forecasts, plans, and planning documentation. Collaborate with our global teams on budgets allocations, planning best practices, new campaigns/game launches and act as regional expert for the APAC market Assist the team in delivering learning agendas and preparing quarterly campaign reviews/reports, with a solid understanding of owned markets, performance drivers, and the overall industry landscape. Monitor campaign performance across all channels including social, search and programmatic, proactively highlighting risks or areas that require intervention. Collaborate closely with the CDT, Buying and Activation teams to ensure optimal campaign health and optimisations Work closely with our billing & finance teams to ensure all campaigns and fees are processed and billed accurately and in a timely manner. Skills and Experience 1 year experience in digital media, advertising or digital marketing. Candidates with relevant internship experiences will also be considered. Bachelor’s degree, with a focus on marketing or business management High attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills Good written and verbal communication skills. Detail oriented and responsive, deadline-driven with strong reasoning skills Ability to work independently on routine tasks and also with a collaborative and positive approach to teamwork. Proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets (pivot tables, Vlookups, etc) Demonstrable interest in media strategy and planning A passion for everything digital, with an active interest of digital marketing/advertising industry trends Interest in Gaming or identifies as a gamer is ideal, but not a requirement. Life at WPP Media & Benefits Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country. Please read our Privacy Notice ( https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy ) for more information on how we process the information you provide. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please read our Privacy Notice for more information on how we process the information you provide.