Description

Political Media Buying Strategist

Remote | Full-Time | 2026 Cycle Position
Feb 2026–Nov 2026

Sage Media Planning is a full-service political media buying agency powering progressive campaigns across the country - from city council races to national candidate & advocacy campaigns. 

Why Sage?

Bring your values to work. We team with progressive candidates and causes pushing for real, positive change—whether it’s electing diverse, visionary leaders, protecting reproductive rights, expanding healthcare access, or improving how our government works. 

A team that’s smart, passionate—and fun. We’re a group of sharp, experienced political pros who take our work seriously—but not too seriously. 

Grow your skills with purpose. You bring serious talent to the table, and we’re here to help you keep building on it. With ongoing training and mentorship, we invest in your growth— both for your career and to ensure our clients get the very best. 

What you’ll be doing: As a Media Buying Strategist, you will help direct media strategy, placement, and analysis for a range of political campaigns. 

•       Use targeting & polling data to develop and execute comprehensive paid media strategies across broadcast, cable, radio, and other platforms. 
•       Manage all phases of linear media execution: planning, buying, tracking & reporting for multiple campaign clients.
•       Collaborate with Sage’s Digital team to create multi-channel media plans to reach targeted audiences.
•       Optimize media placements and budgets to meet client goals through the use of ratings, targeting & cost data. 
•       Deliver thoughtful, strategic support to clients – keeping communication clear, consistent, and making sure deadlines are always met.
•       Manage delivery of client ad creatives and traffic instructions to media outlets.
•       Work closely with our competitive and finance teams to implement and manage campaigns from placement to reconciliation. 
•       Participate in strategy meetings and client calls. 

Salary & Benefits

•       $55,000 - $60,000 per year, plus a competitive end-of-cycle bonus.
•       Company-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance. 
•       Paid Time Off plus paid Federal holidays.

How to Apply:  Send your cover letter and resume to work@sagemediaplanning.com

Sage Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team and an equitable and inclusive work environment. 

Requirements

Our ideal candidate brings:

•       Experience working with political campaigns or progressive organizations, with prior campaign finance or compliance experience an advantage.
•       Knowledge of television programs, social/digital media, and pop culture.
•       Strong analytical and spreadsheet skill (you genuinely enjoy data!)
•       Excellent written and verbal communication – you will be representing Sage and our clients, so being clear, concise, and professional is key.
•       Comfort with remote collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams, Google Docs, etc.) and working with and for people who are in different locations.
•       A sharp eye for detail, a curious mind, and the ability to juggle deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
•       Spanish language fluency a plus.