[Hiring] Specialist, Direct Investments @BarkleyOKRP

Role Description

The Direct Investments Specialist is responsible for supporting the execution of direct media placements across offline (TV, Radio, Print, OOH) and digital channels (CTV and Streaming Audio). This role provides foundational exposure to media activations, working closely with the buying team to ensure smooth campaign execution, accurate reporting, and vendor coordination. The Specialist will develop an understanding of direct media buy strategies and contribute to campaign success through organization, attention to detail, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Media Buying experience required, relevant internships considered
• Excellent organizational skills to manage campaign details and timelines
• Familiarity with buying platforms and tools (e.g. SQAD, Freewheel/Strata, MediaOcean, Nielsen, Comscore)
• Ability to review insertion orders and invoices for accuracy

Requirements

• Curiosity and Skepticism: Always asking, “WHY?” with an internal drive to learn more and expand knowledge.
• Strategic, Creative Problem-Solving: Analytical with a knack for deriving insights from data.
• Initiative: Gritty self-starter driven to find answers and solve tough problems.
• Communication & Storytelling: Ability to communicate complex information effectively.
• Adaptability: Comfortable adjusting in evolving or ambiguous situations.
• Self-Development: Reflective and self-aware, seeking opportunities to learn and develop.
• Strong organizational and mathematical skills.
• Ability to multi-task and deliver work on-time for set deadlines.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with media reps.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of internal teams and business groups, including Creative, Account Management, Finance, and Project Management.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a team environment, with outside media reps as well as with current clients.
• Must be prepared for a fast-paced environment and be comfortable making decisions.

Benefits

• The annual gross base salary range is $48,000 - $60,000 USD.
• Actual salaries will vary based on qualifications, skills, and geographic location.
• Salary is one component of BarkleyOKRP's total compensation package, which includes multiple health insurance options, flexible PTO, life insurance, and 401K.

Company Description

BarkleyOKRP’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging: At BarkleyOKRP, DEI+B drives work that matters. We believe people and creativity are made of the same substance, and when every perspective is valued, the impact is stronger. We build belonging as a business strategy, power inclusive creativity that delivers measurable results, and hold ourselves accountable as a B Corp committed to progress over performative intent. When people are valued, the work carries greater impact.