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Senior Media Manager (Media Analytics / Data Activation)

WPP

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Senior
60k-140k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with media and client engagement teams to ensure data-driven insights are integrated into campaign strategies and execution.
  • Analyze campaign performance data within Tableau and other data sources to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for optimization.
  • Develop compelling narratives based on data analysis to communicate findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, including client presentations.
  • Proactively identify potential test and learn opportunities based on data insights and formulate hypotheses for experimentation.
  • Maintain and update the Smartsheet ecosystem, ensuring data accuracy and efficient workflow for campaign management. This includes building and updating formulas within Smartsheet to adapt to evolving business needs.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of data activation processes and best practices.
  • Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in data analysis, visualization, and activation.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in an analytics role, preferably within the advertising industry.
  • Proven ability to extract insights from data and translate complex information into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor communication style to different audiences.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced formulas and data manipulation techniques.
  • Experience with Tableau (creating and modifying dashboards, calculations) is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with Smartsheets, including building and updating formulas, is strongly preferred.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • A passion for innovation and a desire to contribute to a growing team.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Tableau (creating and modifying dashboards, calculations) is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with Smartsheets, including building and updating formulas, is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

  • Educational background is not explicitly specified in the description.

Benefits & Perks

  • Full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision).
  • Generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution).
  • Variety of paid time off offerings that reflect investment in overall life balance and wellness.
  • Culture of growth-oriented opportunities, including training and real-time feedback.

Working at WPP

We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work. We aim to embody behaviors that build an inclusive community, bringing positivity and active listening into the workplace while empowering creative bravery. We foster a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and provide plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP. We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create a dynamic work environment where everyone feels they belong and has equal opportunities to progress.

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Job Details

Posted AtMay 18, 2025
Salary60k-140k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

About WPP

Website

wpp.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Chicago, IL

Industry

Advertising Agencies

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