American Communications Group, Inc. utilizes internet-based job boards to advertise open positions. Information provided in our authorized employment ads will correspond with information posted on our company web site, including job location and how to apply. To confirm a job posting or job offer, please contact Elisa Brown, Manager, Human Resources & Recruiting at ebrown@acgmedia.com.

ACG has opportunities for a talented individual as a Client Service Manager.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Thorough knowledge of print media, newspaper ROP and preprint usage terminology and direct mail processes.
• Thorough understanding of how to read audit reports, newspaper rate cards and collateral reports.
• Experience in buying or managing print media programs -- either from agency or client side.
• Understand demographics and various purchasing and lifestyle indices as they apply to advertising.
• Strong people skills.
• Management/employee training skills.
• Excellent proofreading capability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytic/problem solving skills.
• Ability to enforce/meet deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong, accurate computer skills in MS Excel and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• College Degree.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of print media planning and buying experience. Retail print media experience preferred.

ACG currently has an immediate full-time opening for a talented individual as a Media Analysis Coordinator, whose primary responsibility is assisting in the planning and creation of media analysis projects, including gathering and organizing the pertinent data from newspapers and other sources. The position requirements are as follows:

• Maintaining and updating account-specific calendars and schedules;
• Creating account-specific analysis spreadsheets and documents to assist the department analyst(s);
• Requesting and proofing all mapping-related parts of the analysis projects;
• Proofreading and double-checking all spreadsheets for formats, sums, job numbers and general consistency;
• Collating and shipping all relevant materials to the client(s);
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Intense Attention to Detail;
• Good computer skills with knowledge of MS Excel;
• Familiarity with other Microsoft Office products;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Strong ability to proofread – both numeric and verbal documentation;
• Good time management skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines in a multi-deadline driven environment;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• College Degree or equivalent combination of experience and education.

• Strong attention to detail;
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to follow up;
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Excel, Word and Microsoft Outlook (proficiency in Filemaker Pro a plus);
• Ability to work in a team environment.

ACG has opportunities for a talented individual as an Advertising Print Media Analyst, whose primary responsibility is the creation of advertising print media plans, and the compilation of reports and data.

The position requirements are as follows:

• Experience in advertising print media – specifically newspaper preprint advertising and ROP advertising.
• Thorough understanding of how to read audit reports, newspaper rate cards and collateral reports.
• Need to understand marketing, demographics, media reach.
• Ability to prepare analyses and make recommendations for advertiser’s future advertising.
• Responsible for maintaining a schedule and coordinating relevant information with the client service team to ensure that client expectations are met.

ACG has opportunities for a Data Clerk. The position has growth potential and offers an opportunity to learn our unique business from the ground up.

Principal responsibilities for this position include:

• Entering vendor information into the Agency's proprietary database or onto MS Excel spreadsheets.
• Telephoning vendors for needed information missing from rate cards / media kits.
• Responsible for accuracy of data entry.
• Relieve switchboard operator during certain periods of the day.
• Assist in the collection of information for new business presentations and responsible for assisting in the set-up of new client accounts.

ACG is growing and currently has a full-time opening for a talented individual as a Contract Analyst/Negotiator, whose primary responsibility is to negotiate smaller newspaper contracts for Agency's largest client.

Core competencies include the following:

• Collection/evaluation of pre-negotiation information;
• Negotiate 200+ smaller newspaper contracts over a one year period;
• Leverage client's large volume preprint and ROP usage with media to deliver the best possible rates and terms according to defined objectives;
• Weekly submission of completed contracts to client;
• Weekly reporting of status of 30-50 newspaper contracts in process;
• Heavy daily telephone/fax/email contact with newspapers and client;
• Other duties as assigned by management.

ACG has opportunities for an Account Coordinator, whose primary responsibility is to support the Client Service Manager with the day-to-day tactical operation of the client account.

Some of the main responsibilities include:

• Input all client/media related information into our proprietary software database.
• Prepare and track insertion orders and press run information.
• Update the appropriate documents and our proprietary database as elements of the clients’ programs change.
• Coordinate the flow of information between the media and printer or clients’ production house.
• Communicate key media information to the Client Service Manager.
• Create all job-related documents.

ACG has opportunities for an Accounts Payable Clerk.

The position requires a motivated, dependable and confident individual to handle the full cycle of accounts payable (match, batch, code, post, cut checks, file). Applicant must be able to handle large volumes and multiple tasks.

ACG is growing and currently has an immediate full-time opening for a Quality Assurance / Account Coordinator, whose primary responsibilities includes the monitoring of all client account timelines, tracking the flow of information and the proofing and administration of documents and project products. Other responsibilities include:

• Monitoring client-specific calendars to ensure that deliverables and deadlines are met in a timely and accurate manner;
• Proofreading all media buying materials including Press Run, Insertion Orders, Distribution Summaries and Job Authorizations and returning jobs with discrepancies to the account teams for correction and re-verification;
• Providing proofreading and assembly assistance on new business presentations and proposals, as requested;
• Participating in our proprietary software training sessions;
• Providing clerical assistance, as needed, to other departments.

The Contract Negotiator's primary responsibility is to negotiate major newspaper contracts for various clients within our Major Accounts Department. This position requires the ability to leverage our clients' volume and usage with the media to deliver the best possible rates and terms. The position necessitates heavy daily telephone/fax/email connect with newspapers. Core competencies include the following.

• Experience negotiating newspaper retail contracts.
• A thorough understanding of retail newspaper ROP and Preprint usage terminology, essential issues, contract options, contract details, and general newspaper history/evolution regarding retail advertising.
• Accuracy and detail oriented a must.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to assertively communicate and negotiate effectively.
• Excellent analytical problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• High data capability.
• Strong time management/organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Excel, MS Word.
• Ability to assertively communicate and negotiate effectively.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Requirements include a college degree and a minimum of three (3) years of media experience. Experience in retail advertising is a plus.

American Communications Group currently has an immediate full-time opening for a Staff Accountant, whose primary function is large client invoice and reconciliation maintenance. Some of the principal responsibilities are as follows:

• Prepare client master invoices for large clients;
• Coordinate with other departments for problem assistance;
• Assist with payable processing, as needed;
• Review all checks for accuracy;
• Void and re-issue checks, as needed;
• Process vendor reconciliation on outstanding balances;
• Maintain reports and monitor outstanding vendor discrepancies;
• Export data from Navision and prepare client reconciliation;
• Perform general ledger reconciliation, as needed; and
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements include:

• Advanced MS Excel & MS Windows SKills;
• MS Navision or similar accounting package;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Problem solving;
• Detail oriented;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Ability to work independently; and
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of accounting experience.

American Communications Group currently has an immediate full-time opening for an Office Manager, whose primary responsibility is the successful running of the day-to-day office operations and keeping management on track and focused.

We are seeking an aggressive self-starter and a quick learner with good computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Power Point, and Access). The candidate should be experienced in Office Management, Facility Management (computer systems, furniture, equipment) and HR/Personnel Management. The right candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years of increasingly responsible office administrative positions -- with some management. Being an expert multi-tasker is a must. Education: College graduate or equivalent. Salary: DOE.

American Communications Group currently has an immediate full-time opening for a talented individual as a Receptionist. The position requirements are as follows:

• Provides front desk coverage, greets visitors;
• Answers all incoming phone calls to the Agency;
• Responsible for mail, incoming & outgoing, sorting & distributing;
• Assists Office Manager with general office duties;
• Assists Human Resources Manager with candidate testing, phone screening, maintaining reports and lists, and other tasks as assigned.

Skills/Requirements

• Appropriate front desk appearance for a dynamic and leading Advertising Agency;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Good attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Excellent customer service skills;
• Previous work experience in a Human Resources department or similar department where confidentiality is key;
• Previous experience in the entertainment, public relations or advertising industries a plus;
• College degree or equivalent combination of experience and education.

The ideal candidate will provide executive level administrative support to the President/CEO & Sr. VP, Admin/Business Manager. The duties include rolling calls, maintaining calendars, schedules and itineraries, producing/maintaining reports and presentations, or proofing the same. Must be proactive, highly organized, multi-task oriented, and possess superb attention to detail. Must have superior communication skills (verbal and written), a firm understanding of business protocol and have experience interfacing effectively with all levels of employees and clients. Intermediate skill level with all Microsoft Office Suite products, including Excel and Power Point, is required. Typing 50 wpm and fast notes. Four-year degree or equivalent combination of experience and education required. A minimum of four years experience in a 1st assistant position on a high volume desk preferred.

ACG has opportunities for a Senior Account Coordinator, whose primary responsibility is to support the Client Service Manager with the day-to-day tactical operation of the client account.

Some of the main responsibilities include:

• Assist with implementing account set-up, changes and special projects as needed.
• Work with supervisor to maintain budget and other forecasting tools.
• Train and advise account coordinators on procedural and troubleshooting issues.
• Act as the team’s power user on proprietary software.
• Handle insertion orders and day-to-day issues for top newspapers.
• Maintain all changes, updates, documentation preparation and tracking for assigned territory.
• Cover for or assist account coordinators on a temporary basis, when needed.
• Serve as a liaison with other Agency departments.
• Other duties as assigned.