[Remote] Director, Linear Media Buyer — Political and Public Affairs

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Techne is seeking an expert Linear Media Buyer to join their political advertising team in preparation for the 2026 election cycle. This leadership role involves managing large-scale broadcast and cable buys across various political races, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with campaign managers and political directors.ResponsibilitiesNegotiate and place broadcast TV and cable buys across multiple markets and races simultaneously, from exploratory to full flightManage all aspects of the buy cycle: avails, negotiation, placement, affidavits, makegoods, and post-buy analysisTrack political windows and comply with BCRA lowest unit rate (LUR) requirementsCoordinate with station traffic departments to ensure accurate copy rotation, flight dates, and preemption managementMonitor delivery against GRPs, impressions, and budget targets; identify and resolve shortfalls proactivelyMaintain precise buy documentation and reconcile invoices against affidavitsWork directly with political directors, campaign managers, and outside consultants on strategy, market selection, and schedulingManage multiple simultaneous races without dropping balls on any of themSkills3+ years of linear media buying experience, with direct experience on political campaigns (federal or major statewide preferred)Deep familiarity with political broadcast windows, LUR rules, and FCC equal-time requirementsProficiency with media buying platforms and traffic systems (Strata, Matrix, FreeWheel, Wide Orbit, or equivalent)Comfort reading and reconciling affidavits and post-buy reportsStrong market knowledge across major and secondary U.S. DMAsAbility to manage high-pressure deadlines across multiple races simultaneouslyStrong negotiation skills and existing rep relationshipsExperience on presidential, gubernatorial, or U.S. Senate racesFamiliarity with cable network political clearances and NCC/Ampersand/interconnect buyingUnderstanding of how linear buys complement paid digital strategyExperience working within or alongside a media agency (not just in-house)Company OverviewStrategic Media Buying, Planning & Analysis for World Changing Causes and Organizations | Results Driven - Medium Agnostic. It was founded in 2022, and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https://www.technemedia.co.