Media Buyer / Planner

epicosity· Media
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About this role

About Epicosity

Epicosity is a full-service growth partner. We specialize in creative, strategy, digital and media services for higher education and financial institutions. Based in Sioux Falls, we’ve been named one of the Midwest’s best places to work by Prairie Business Magazine.

The Role

We’re looking for a Media Planner / Buyer to build and own integrated media plans for our clients. You’ll lead traditional buying, set the direction for digital, and make sure every campaign launches on time and on budget. You’ll report to the Media Director and work closely with our Account, Strategy & Insights, and Digital Media teams.

What You’ll Do

Plan

  • Turn client briefs into integrated media strategies, covering channel mix, budgets, flight timing and KPIs
  • Build plans in Bionic and present your recommendations to clients and internal teams
  • Partner with Strategy & Insights to define audiences and the channels that reach them

Buy

  • Negotiate and buy radio, broadcast and cable TV, print, and outdoor
  • Secure strong rates, added value and premium placements through vendor relationships
  • Manage trafficking, insertion orders and schedules

Direct and Manage

  • Give our Digital Media Specialist direction on search, paid social and programmatic
  • Own campaign budgets from plan to reconciliation, monitoring pacing and fixing issues inside the flight
  • Analyze cross-channel performance and share insights and optimizations with clients

What You Bring

  • 2–4 years of media planning and buying experience
  • Hands-on buying experience in radio, broadcast / cable TV, print and outdoor
  • Working knowledge of GRPs, reach and frequency, CPM, and Nielsen or Comscore
  • Experience managing budgets, pacing and vendor invoices
  • An understanding of how search, social and programmatic fit into an integrated plan
  • Strong Excel / Google Sheets and communication skills
  • A detail-first mindset: you verify dates, budgets and specs before anything goes live
  • Bonus: Higher education, government or financial services experience; Bionic, Workamajig or The Trade Desk experience

Why Epicosity

  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental and vision insurance; HSA
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional development support, including certification training in year one
  • Flexible scheduling and remote work options (1–2 days a week, plus one work-from-anywhere week)
  • Profit sharing
  • Culture perks like Craft Beer Fridays

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Media Buyer / Planner position at epicosity?
The salary for this Media Buyer / Planner role at epicosity is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Media Buyer / Planner position at epicosity located?
This Media Buyer / Planner role at epicosity is based in Hybrid, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Media Buyer / Planner role at epicosity full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Media Buyer / Planner role in the Media department at epicosity.
Which team or department does the Media Buyer / Planner at epicosity belong to?
This Media Buyer / Planner position is part of the Media department at epicosity. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Media Buyer / Planner position at epicosity?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to epicosity's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Media Buyer / Planner job at epicosity posted?
This Media Buyer / Planner position at epicosity was posted on Sep 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Media Buyer / Planner
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