Associate Media Buyer - Political Cycle 2026

About the position

GMMB is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Media Buyer to support political advertising campaigns during the 2026 election cycle. This is an entry-level opportunity designed for candidates eager to learn the fundamentals of media buying and grow within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. With hands-on training and mentorship, you will help execute media buys across multiple platforms in support of impactful political campaigns.

Responsibilities
• Supports research efforts, including tracking competitor activity and monitoring opposing campaign spending.
• Assists with negotiating and placing media buys with guidance from senior team members to maximize efficiency and value.
• Helps coordinate the scheduling, trafficking, and delivery of media assets across platforms.

Requirements
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Internship experience, coursework, or exposure to political campaigns, advertising, media, or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to learn negotiation fundamentals.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a deadline-driven environment.
• A proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and enthusiasm for learning on the job.
• Has a strong interest in politics and stays informed on news and developments related to key races, especially the 2026 election cycle.
• Is eager to learn the fundamentals of political media buying through hands-on training and mentorship.
• Is curious about new tools and technologies, including AI platforms (e.g., Copilot, Omni AI), and willing to incorporate them into daily work.

Nice-to-haves
• Familiarity with media buying tools (e.g., Strata Freewheel) is a plus, but not required.

Benefits
• salaried
• benefits eligible

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