Deal Desk - Media Planner

Genius Sports Open · verified Sep 14, 2026

New York Mid-level Revenue & Sales Operations

Mid-level Revenue & Sales Operations role at Genius Sports. New York · $85,000–$110,000 base.

SalaryStated by Genius Sports

$85,000 – $110,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Handle planning requests from sales, account management, and client success teams
Build standard and tailored media packages around inventory, audiences, and commercial goals
Keep the inventory calendar current with availability, flighting, and sell-through details
Improve packaging, pricing inputs, workflows, and proposal accuracy across media products
Work with Product, Sales, Deal Desk, and Media Operations to scale planning processes

What you bring

At least two years in media planning, deal desk, or advertising operations, preferably in digital or programmatic media
Knowledge of omnichannel inventory, audience targeting, and media packaging basics
Experience using planning tools, inventory trackers, and media calendars
Strong spreadsheet skills in Excel or Google Sheets, with careful organization across concurrent requests
Clear communication and attention to detail in a fast-moving, revenue-focused setting

Who this fits

This mid-level role suits someone who can manage many planning requests while keeping inventory, targeting, and delivery details accurate. Experience with programmatic or data-led advertising, SSPs, DSPs, sports, media, or ad tech would be useful, as would building scalable templates and processes. The role is based in New York and follows an office-first culture, with hybrid arrangements varying by role and location.

From the employer

By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com

THE ROLE:

The Deal Desk Media Planner will support Genius Sports’ Deal Desk by managing inbound planning requests, building standardized and custom media packages, and maintaining accurate inventory availability across Always-On and bespoke programs. This role plays a critical function in scaling deal throughput as demand grows - freeing up senior planners to focus on high-value strategy while ensuring consistent, repeatable, and high-quality planning outputs across all inventory and audience products. The Media Planner will be a key contributor to improving speed-to-market, standardization, and revenue efficiency across the sales organization.

Main Responsibilities:

Manage inbound deal requests from Sales, Account Management and Client Success teams
Build Always-On and Custom media packages aligned to inventory availability, audience definitions, and commercial objectives
Maintain and update the inventory calendar, ensuring accurate visibility into availability, flighting, and sell-through
Support the standardization of packaging, pricing inputs, and planning workflows across media products
Partner closely with commercial stakeholders to operationalize planning strategies at scale, managing the feedback loop for ongoing optimization
Ensure accuracy and consistency across proposals, including targeting, inventory assumptions, and delivery expectations
Identify process improvements to increase planning efficiency and reduce friction
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Sales, Deal Desk, and Media Operations teams

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

2+ years of experience in media planning, deal desk, or advertising operations (programmatic or digital media preferred)
Strong understanding of omnichannel media inventory, audience targeting, and packaging fundamentals
Experience working with planning tools, inventory trackers, and media calendars
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously
Strong organizational and communication skills
Comfortable working in fast-paced, revenue-driven environments
Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets; experience with media planning systems a plus

IT WILL BE A BONUS IF YOU KNOW:

Have experience supporting programmatic or data-driven advertising products
Have familiarity with SSP, DSP, or curated marketplace platform mechanics and dynamics
Have worked in sports, media, or ad tech environments
Enjoy building scalable processes and templates from the ground up

The salary for this role is based on an annualized range of $85,000 - $110,000 USD. This role will also be eligible to take part in Genius Sports Group's benefits plan.

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location.

As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports.

One team, being brave, driving change 

We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at Culture | Genius

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