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Get Access To All JobsSenior Broadcast Buyer (On-Call)
Location: US Remote
Ready to make a difference?
We are seeking an experienced Senior Broadcast Buyer to lead the planning, negotiation, and execution of broadcast media buys across local broadcast television, local cable, and terrestrial radio. This role is critical to delivering strong, efficient results for clients that operate primarily in local and regional markets.
The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on buying experience, strong station relationships, and a proven ability to negotiate rates, secure makegoods, and unlock added value across markets. While national broadcast experience is a plus, local market expertise is essential.
Why you will love working here:
- Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
- Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
- Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
What you will be doing:
- Lead buying and stewardship for local broadcast TV, local cable, and terrestrial radio across multiple designated market areas (DMAs).
- Negotiate rates, added value, and makegoods directly with station and rep sales teams to maximize client investment.
- Establish and maintain strong, trusted relationships with station sales representatives and rep firms at the local and regional level.
- Analyze proposals and schedules to ensure efficient reach, frequency, and delivery against client goals.
- Oversee buy execution, including order placement, trafficking coordination, and ongoing stewardship.
- Monitor pacing and performance, proactively addressing underdeliver through optimizations or negotiated makegoods.
- Ensure accurate management of budgets, estimates, invoices, and reconciliation.
- Collaborate closely with internal media strategy, analytics, and account teams to align buys with broader campaign objectives.
- Stay current on local market dynamics, inventory trends, political windows, and pricing fluctuations.
- Provide post-buy analyses to ensure delivery is in line with purchased audience delivery (TRPs, GRPs).
What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, advertising, or a related field (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education).
- 8+ years of hands-on broadcast buying experience, with a strong emphasis on local broadcast TV, local cable, and terrestrial radio.
- 8+ years of demonstrated expertise negotiating pricing, makegoods, and value-added opportunities.
What we would like you to have:
- Deep understanding of local market economics, inventory supply/demand, and station dynamics.
- Familiarity with political advertising impacts and blackout periods.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess schedules, CPPs, and delivery performance.
- Experience managing multiple clients, markets, and budgets simultaneously.
- Experience buying or supporting national broadcast schedules.
- Experience across utilities, regulated industries, or regional service-based advertisers.
- Prior experience mentoring or managing junior team members.
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Consistently delivers efficient, well-negotiated local broadcast buys that meet audience delivery goals within a +/- 10% margin.
- Proactively solves delivery issues through strong station relationships.
- Is viewed internally and externally as a trusted local broadcast expert.
- Adds value beyond rates through creative use of inventory, added value, and market insights.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$81,499.00 - $138,549.00
Senior Broadcast Buyer (On-Call)
Location: US Remote
Ready to make a difference?
We are seeking an experienced Senior Broadcast Buyer to lead the planning, negotiation, and execution of broadcast media buys across local broadcast television, local cable, and terrestrial radio. This role is critical to delivering strong, efficient results for clients that operate primarily in local and regional markets.
The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on buying experience, strong station relationships, and a proven ability to negotiate rates, secure makegoods, and unlock added value across markets. While national broadcast experience is a plus, local market expertise is essential.
Why you will love working here:
- Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
- Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
- Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
What you will be doing:
- Lead buying and stewardship for local broadcast TV, local cable, and terrestrial radio across multiple designated market areas (DMAs).
- Negotiate rates, added value, and makegoods directly with station and rep sales teams to maximize client investment.
- Establish and maintain strong, trusted relationships with station sales representatives and rep firms at the local and regional level.
- Analyze proposals and schedules to ensure efficient reach, frequency, and delivery against client goals.
- Oversee buy execution, including order placement, trafficking coordination, and ongoing stewardship.
- Monitor pacing and performance, proactively addressing underdeliver through optimizations or negotiated makegoods.
- Ensure accurate management of budgets, estimates, invoices, and reconciliation.
- Collaborate closely with internal media strategy, analytics, and account teams to align buys with broader campaign objectives.
- Stay current on local market dynamics, inventory trends, political windows, and pricing fluctuations.
- Provide post-buy analyses to ensure delivery is in line with purchased audience delivery (TRPs, GRPs).
What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, advertising, or a related field (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education).
- 8+ years of hands-on broadcast buying experience, with a strong emphasis on local broadcast TV, local cable, and terrestrial radio.
- 8+ years of demonstrated expertise negotiating pricing, makegoods, and value-added opportunities.
What we would like you to have:
- Deep understanding of local market economics, inventory supply/demand, and station dynamics.
- Familiarity with political advertising impacts and blackout periods.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess schedules, CPPs, and delivery performance.
- Experience managing multiple clients, markets, and budgets simultaneously.
- Experience buying or supporting national broadcast schedules.
- Experience across utilities, regulated industries, or regional service-based advertisers.
- Prior experience mentoring or managing junior team members.
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Consistently delivers efficient, well-negotiated local broadcast buys that meet audience delivery goals within a +/- 10% margin.
- Proactively solves delivery issues through strong station relationships.
- Is viewed internally and externally as a trusted local broadcast expert.
- Adds value beyond rates through creative use of inventory, added value, and market insights.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$81,499.00 - $138,549.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Media Buyer
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to media buying duties. A marketing, communications, or statistics degree maps cleanly. A general business degree may trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts and coursework breakdowns before interviewing.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Media Buyer roles by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings. Employers who've filed LCAs for this occupation code before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer mid-petition.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation case
The O*NET profile for Media Buyers documents the analytical, software, and degree requirements USCIS scrutinizes. Reference this profile when negotiating job descriptions with employers so your title and duties align with the specialty occupation standard.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search using the Media Buyer SOC code and your work location before signing. Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for that geography or the LCA will be rejected, stalling your petition entirely.
Confirm your employer's cap-subject filing timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed for the October 1 start date. Ask hiring managers whether they plan to register you in the March lottery. An offer in June with no commitment to next year's lottery cycle effectively means a 16-month wait.
Request premium processing for ad-budget-sensitive roles
Media buying positions tied to seasonal campaign cycles can't afford five-month adjudication waits. Ask your employer to file USCIS premium processing so approval arrives within 15 business days, protecting both your start date and active campaign commitments.
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Find Media Buyer JobsMedia Buyer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Media Buyer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as marketing, advertising, communications, or statistics. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to defend as specialty occupations. Your employer's job description should explicitly state the degree requirement and link it to the analytical and strategic duties the role involves.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Media Buyer positions?
Agencies, ad-tech platforms, and large in-house marketing teams at consumer brands have filed LCAs for media buying roles. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers filtered by this occupation on Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies with active DOL filing history so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness during the interview process.
Can I switch from OPT to H-1B while working as a Media Buyer?
Yes. Your employer registers you in the March H-1B lottery, and if selected, files the petition for an October 1 start date. If your OPT or STEM OPT expires before October 1, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically through that date, as long as your petition is timely filed and pending with USCIS.
What happens to my H-1B status if my media buying role shifts to programmatic or performance marketing duties?
A material change in job duties, title, or work location can require an amended H-1B petition. If your role evolves significantly from what USCIS approved, your employer must file an amendment before those duties take effect. Failing to amend exposes both you and the employer to compliance risk, so flag scope changes to HR or legal early.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Media Buyer H-1B petitions?
DOL sets prevailing wages for Media Buyers by geography and experience level using the SOC classification system. Your employer must certify in the LCA that your salary meets or exceeds that threshold for your specific work location. You can verify the applicable wage yourself using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer, which helps you flag any compliance gaps before the petition is filed.
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