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Media Buyer

 
Background
A media buyer is responsible for purchasing advertising space and time across different platforms like TV, radio, websites, and social media. They negotiate prices, plan campaigns, and decide where ads should appear to reach the right audience. Media buyers use data and analytics to make sure advertising budgets are spent effectively and that campaigns achieve their goals.
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Publications
AdWeekCampaign Magazine
Books
Contagious: Why Things Catch OnThe Attention MerchantsBuyology
Movies
Mad MenThe Founder
Key Figures
Sheryl SandbergBob HoffmanCindy GallopKeith Weed
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference659.1, 6.3For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Ad BuyerAdvertising BuyerMedia Purchasing SpecialistProgrammatic Media Buyer
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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