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Eric Van Valen

Dumont,NJ

Summary

Results-oriented professional with a strong track record of achieving success in media. With 4 years of experience, I bring a diverse skill set and a deep understanding of Linear TV, Digital, Addressable, and Data-Driven Linear. Known for my exceptional teamwork and communication skills, I consistently deliver high-quality work and exceed expectations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Associate, National Video Investment

Publicis Collective
New York, NY
07.2023 - Current
  • Client: Pfizer
  • Maintained effective communication with partners to ensure successful delivery of campaigns and alignment of schedules.
  • Provided direction and guidance to associates on complex tasks.
  • Collaborated with linear and digital partners to successfully execute campaigns.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve discrepancies between invoices.

Associate Negotiator

Active International
Pearl River, NY
10.2021 - 07.2023
  • Client List: Reckitt, Georgia Pacific, Colgate, among others
  • Analyzed client specifications and developed a media buy that fit the client's needs
  • Planned and negotiated national cable schedules to meet client requirements
  • Maintained network communication regarding the current marketplace and relayed essential information to the national media team
  • Provided support and guidance for assistant buying team members

Assistant Negotiator

Active International
Pearl River, NY
03.2020 - 10.2021
  • Implementation and execution of small to large-scale national media advertisements for various corporations.
  • Ensured campaign success by effectively communicating with networks and delivering guaranteed estimated impressions.
  • Examined network pre/post-logs and flowcharts in order to manage proper flighting, branding, mixes, and preemptions.
  • Reconciliation and processing of monthly billing for numerous accounts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
05-2019

Skills

  • Proficient in Media Buying applications including Media Ocean OX and Prisma
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and capable of complex formulas and pivot table creation
  • Communications
  • Training and mentoring

Certification

  • BB&T Emerging Leaders Certification

Timeline

Senior Associate, National Video Investment

Publicis Collective
07.2023 - Current

Associate Negotiator

Active International
10.2021 - 07.2023

Assistant Negotiator

Active International
03.2020 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

East Carolina University
Eric Van Valen