Director, Planning, Digital Sports

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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.

As a Digital Planning Director, you will directly manage a team of Planning Managers and Planners. The role of Planning Director will be to lead the team by focusing on creating compelling proposals to drive revenue to the organization while ensuring all existing campaigns are properly managed. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Directly manage a group of Planning Managers and Planners, assisting them with: Plan building, Rate approvals, and Campaign execution 
• Partner with Sports linear counterparts and Portfolio digital planning counterparts to manage the sponsorship process, including package creation, templated plans, and advising on pricing 
• Review and approve Sales Plans, Pricing & Packaging Mix Guidelines for Upfront and Scatter Markets 
• Liaise with Site members and Marketing to derive sponsorship price tags for all go to market opportunities on select properties. 
• Analyze areas within the Planning workflow that can be improved, create process enhancements that eliminate any bottlenecks or barriers to entry 
• Work with Ad Ops and Inventory to improve the delivery of Ad campaigns 
• Assess risk and come up with creative solutions to ensure that all Ad campaigns deliver in full 
• Collaborate with internal constituents to learn the aspects of our current Ad systems and share this information in a clear and concise manner with the team 
• Providing systems support across digital platforms and including participating in new systems development meetings 
• Work closely with Planning management to tactically drive company-wide goals and initiatives  
• Support Planning Leadership with various ad hoc projects, including but not limited to working with Sales /Planning /Research/Marketing/Finance Leads  
• Become a Sports Digital subject matter expert, including understanding of sponsorships, marketing elements, social metrics, programmatic, content and ad distribution points, and other nuances within the ecosystem 
• Contribute to the training and development of Planning Managers and Planners 

• Bachelors degree required  
• 5+ years of online experience in digital media planning or buying  
• Must have prior experience managing and developing direct reports
• Fluent in Media Math  
• Excellent Time Management, Presentation Skills & Desire to Train Others  
• Understanding of Audience/Age/Gender/Targeted Metrics   
• Strong computer skills required including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite: (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook).   

Eligibility Requirements 

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered 
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY 
• Willingness to work overtime and on weekends with short notice due to the live nature of Sports 
• Willingness to work in New York office a minimum of 3 days per week, outside of tentpole events, which may require more days 
• Must be willing to be submit a background investigation 
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States  
• Must be 18 years or older  

Desired Characteristics 

• This position requires a strong media math skill set 
• Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment 
• A strong ability to perform independently and proactively while working in a team environment and managing a team 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with a broad range of internal and external clients 
• Well organized and strong attention to detail 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills/team oriented 
• Ad Serving software and tracking knowledge are a plus 
• Strong analytical and creative skills 
• High energy and teamwork mentality are a must 

Additional Requirements

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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: $110,000 - $125,000 (SIC and long-term incentive eligible)

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.

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