The Shipyard
The Shipyard
The Shipyard is a creative and advertising agency that develops marketing strategies and brand experiences designed to build lasting connections between companies and their audiences. Its work combines creative media, advertising, and consulting expertise, supported by access to the Worldwide Partners, Inc. network of more than 65 agencies across over 40 countries. With a growing team and recently announced leadership changes, The Shipyard continues to expand its capabilities in the advertising industry.

Media Coordinator - San Diego Hybrid

Support digital and traditional media research, planning, budgeting, billing, and performance analysis for client campaigns. Use audience insights and market data to help develop recommendations and strengthen brand strategies.

Description

  • Build working knowledge of digital and traditional media channels
  • Develop proficiency with MRI/Simmons, MediaRadar, and SimilarWeb
  • Assist with research, data collection, media plan preparation, and competitive analysis
  • Learn to structure media budgets and align plans with client objectives
  • Maintain accurate and timely media billing
  • Track emerging platforms, industry developments, and changes in consumer behavior
  • Contribute audience insights, research, and data to strategic recommendations
  • Review data, troubleshoot issues, and propose recommendations
  • Share research findings clearly with internal team members
  • Attend team meetings, record notes, and follow up on action items
  • Establish dependable working relationships across the team
  • Assist with cross-functional requests spanning investment, analytics, creative, and client engagement
  • Build relationships with vendors and media partners under senior team guidance

Requirements

  • 0–2 years of equivalent experience in media coordination or a comparable role
  • Understanding of media planning and buying, especially digital channels; traditional media knowledge is beneficial
  • Creative and analytical thinking skills
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities
  • Strong organization and careful attention to detail
  • Positive approach to working in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive approach to solving problems
  • Proficiency working efficiently in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to learn new processes and systems quickly
  • Comfort working with budgets and numerical data
  • Experience with third-party ad-serving platforms is a plus
  • Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Benefits

  • Open paid time off
  • 40 hours of paid sick leave each year
  • Flexible working hours and remote-work options
  • Paid holidays plus a company closure from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day
  • Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Six weeks of paid parental leave
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Dog-friendly offices
  • Company-provided snacks and beverages, including beer and wine

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