Media Strategist

The Gradient Financial Group is a leading financial services company that includes eleven unique entities doing business throughout the country. We’re seeking an energetic crew member for the Media Strategist with Gradient Positioning Systems. Gradient Positioning Systems is a creative design firm that provides print, web, video and other design services.

Here at Gradient, we take our work and our culture seriously. We frequently come together for food days, friendly competitions, volunteering, and other special events. We also prioritize openness and transparency so that you’re always informed when significant decisions and changes are made.

Want some more specifics? If you join the Gradient Positioning Systems crew, here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Provide program management for Financially Tuned Media Group programs, as assigned 
• Assist the team in the management, coordination and scheduling of all media projects for FSPs 
• Manage engagement package and all forms related to FSP projects 
• Take incoming FSP inquiries, including calls, emails and face-to-face support 
• Quote FSP project costs and manage billing internally and with any third-party vendors 
• Process incoming orders and respond to emails in a timely manner, ensuring complete set up of FSP projects (engagement package, folder set up, billing, etc.) 
• Review the accuracy and completeness of all requests before assigning to team members, vendors, etc. 
• Manage FSP projects, based on agreed upon schedules and budget 
• Maintain job files, track and monitor job progress, routes projects physically and/or virtually as needed to ensure proper files and artwork are released on time and on budget; partner to manage revisions and creative changes as needed 
• Maintain job log of projects in progress, distributing to key stakeholders as applicable 
• Maintain media archives 
• Maintain manuscripts archives 
• Schedule and prepare all required materials for face-to-face meetings for FSP and team members (i.e., green room filming, onsite events) 
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports 
• Generate and provide monthly billing submission and/or manage submission of report; 
• Provide bi-weekly program status updates to management 
• Conduct manuscript interviews 
• Manage the development and execution of content materials for program participants and initiatives 
• Exercise judgment in content and editorial direction, design and production of all program materials 
• Write and distribute content, as necessary, for release 
• Promote programs to FSP to generate new users and maintain existing users 
• Assist in recruiting new FSP by demonstrating the value of program 
• Attend events for face-to-face recruitment and maintenance of existing users 
• Create presentations and present to potential program users 
• Educate and train internal employees on the merits of program 
• Contact stations to research and negotiate airtime and additional value ad packages 
• All other duties as assigned

Now, you’re probably wondering a little more about what we are looking for, so here it is:

• High School Diploma or GED – Required 
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field – Preferred 
• 1+ years of job-relevant experience in media relations, marketing and/or branding – Required 
• Knowledge of professional audio/video and staging techniques, facilities, and equipment 
• Knowledge of project management 
• Competent knowledge of the financial industry’s basic operations 
• Proficient knowledge of office procedures and of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and arithmetic 
• Proficient knowledge of overall company structure 
• Competent creative decision-making skills 
• Proficient skill in time-management 
• Proficient skill in multi-tasking 
• Proficient skill with company software 
• Proficient skill in organization, prioritization, and completing assignments accurately and with high attention to detail 
• Proficient skill in Microsoft Suite Programs 
• Proficient analytical, problem solving, and conceptual thinking skills 
• Proficient and proven verbal, oral, and written communication skills 
• Proficient skill in leading interviews 
• Ability to plan work schedules and assign duties 
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials 
• Ability to formulate broadcast programming concepts and to plan, develop, and implement pre-recorded television programs 
• Ability to understand television programming concepts, principles, methodology, and techniques 
• Proficient ability in thinking strategically

When charting your next route, you may be wondering what to expect. If you take flight with Gradient Positioning Systems, we provide:

• Health insurance 
• Dental insurance 
• Vision insurance 
• Paid time off (PTO) V
• olunteer time off (VTO) 
• Hybrid remote work options 
• 401K 
• Life Insurance 
• Flexible schedules 
• Monthly Social Activities 
• Casual dress code 
• Professional development