Wavemaker I Junior Media Planner
Job description
About the role
In this Wavemaker I Junior Media Planner position, you will be the conduit between business objectives and the media that brings them to life. You will absorb market knowledge and channel insights to design media plans that connect brands with their audiences in precise and measurable ways. Your role will involve converting high-level goals into actionable media tactics across online and offline platforms. You will own the execution of media actions while continuously analyzing performance data to identify areas for improvement. By building strong partnerships with clients, you will provide tailored advice that aligns media solutions with their specific needs. This position requires a mindset that treats every campaign as an experiment, learning quickly and scaling what works. You will rely on both creativity and rigorous data analysis to ensure that media efforts consistently support overarching business goals.
Key facts
What you'll do
Plan and deploy media actions for online and/or offline channels to support client objectives in a structured and timely manner.
Analyze campaign performance data using dashboards and reports to propose data-driven improvements that increase effectiveness and meet client goals.
Build partnerships with clients through tailored advice, demonstrating deep understanding of their needs and consistently delivering practical media solutions.
Organize and present findings using tools such as PowerPoint and Excel to ensure insights are clear, logical, and visually engaging for stakeholders.
Support the development of media plans by gathering information, identifying gaps, and contributing to recommendations that drive campaign success.
Monitor ongoing campaign execution to ensure alignment with timelines, budgets, and agreed-upon media strategies.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate business objectives into concrete media actions that can be implemented across channels.
Utilize first experience in media planning online and/or offline to guide decisions and refine approaches based on real-world results.
Demonstrate comfort working with large data sets by extracting, cleaning, and interpreting information to draw actionable insights that inform media choices.
Show fluency in English at minimum B2 level to enable clear communication with clients, colleagues, and partners across diverse contexts.
Requirements
First experience in media planning online and/or offline is mandatory for this role and forms the foundation of your responsibilities.
Demonstrate comfort working with large data sets and the ability to draw actionable insights that directly inform media choices and strategy.
Fluency in English at minimum B2 level is required for clear communication in all professional interactions.
Proficient use of PowerPoint and Excel is necessary to organize information, build reports, and present findings in a structured format.
A strong aptitude for learning and applying new tools, platforms, and methodologies relevant to media planning and execution.
Reliability and ownership in managing multiple priorities while adhering to deadlines and maintaining consistent quality.
Effective written and verbal communication skills to articulate ideas, recommendations, and results to both technical and non-technical audiences.
A proactive mindset that seeks feedback, identifies opportunities for improvement, and applies lessons to future media plans.
Nice to have
There are no preferred items listed in the source beyond the core requirements and responsibilities.
Practical notes
A structured induction program helps you start smoothly and acclimate to processes, tools, and expectations.
Typical interview steps include a portfolio review, a campaign exercise, and analytics questions to assess practical capabilities.
Candidates may be asked to plan a launch, write a brief, or improve a funnel as part of the evaluation process.
Some interview loops include a presentation where you can showcase your thinking and communication skills.
Results from past campaigns carry the most weight, so be prepared to discuss specific examples and outcomes.
Interviewers often ask about specific campaigns you ran and the numbers that demonstrated their impact.
Preparing a short case of one campaign with its results is strong preparation for success in the interview process.
Questions to ask
Useful questions for the interview include asking what a typical week looks like in this role.
Inquire how work is assigned and what tools the team uses on a daily basis.
Ask about how feedback works and how performance is evaluated over time.
It is reasonable to ask how the role has changed recently and what the team wishes it had known when joining.
Questions about the manager's priorities are especially valued and show engagement with the position.
Career growth
Marketing careers move from associate to manager, director, and VP levels over time as responsibilities expand.
Specializations include growth, brand, product marketing, and content depending on interest and performance.
Generalists often start in broad roles and then specialize as they advance through experience and demonstrated capability.
Measured impact on pipeline and revenue drives progression and recognition within the team.
Marketing careers reward measurable results and adaptability in the face of changing business conditions.
Channel experience combined with business sense usually outweighs a general resume when advancing to higher-level positions.
About the location
Poland's capital offers fast EU internet at Eastern European prices, making it attractive for tech and media professionals.
Monthly costs around $1,500 for living expenses in cities such as Warsaw.
Neighborhoods like Mokotow and Praga feature coworking spaces that support flexible work arrangements.
The tech scene in Poland is large and growing, with many opportunities for collaboration and development.
Winters are cold, with typical temperatures ranging from -5 to 2°C, so warm clothing is essential.
English is widely spoken in tech circles, which facilitates communication for international hires.