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Associate Planner Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Associate Planner, Event Management

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$19.75 - $22.75/hr

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate, Events and Meetings to join our Events and Meetings team. Responsibilities: * Assist the planning and execution of events and programs, including project ...

Media Planner

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$60K - $89K/yr

Managing and mentoring the associate planner in gathering creative spec data, developing insertion orders, trafficking and monitoring campaigns * Expertly developing and evaluating RFPs, making smart ...

Media Planner

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$60K - $89K/yr

Managing and mentoring the associate planner in gathering creative spec data, developing insertion orders, trafficking and monitoring campaigns * Expertly developing and evaluating RFPs, making smart ...

Media Planner

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$60K - $89K/yr

Managing and mentoring the associate planner in gathering creative spec data, developing insertion orders, trafficking and monitoring campaigns * Expertly developing and evaluating RFPs, making smart ...

Associate OOH Media Planner

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

About the role We're looking for a motivated OOH Media Planner to join our Planning team. You'll support the development and execution of out-of-home campaigns across a range of clients and verticals.

Campus Planner

Lowell, MA ยท On-site

$82K - $92K/yr

Reporting to the Associate Director of Planning and FIS or designee, the Campus Planner is responsible for supporting the full range of campus planning functions for one the nation's fastest growing ...

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How much do associate planner jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate planner in Boston, MA is $85,042.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $99,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Associate Planner do?

An Associate Planner typically assists in the development and implementation of plans for land use, urban development, or organizational projects. They conduct research, analyze data, prepare reports, and help coordinate public meetings or stakeholder consultations. Working under the supervision of senior planners, they support projects related to zoning, community development, or resource management. This role often serves as an entry-level position for those pursuing a career in planning, offering valuable experience in both public and private sector environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Associate Planners when balancing multiple projects with tight deadlines?

Associate Planners often manage several projects simultaneously, which can make prioritization and time management challenging, especially when unexpected changes arise. Juggling competing deadlines requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders. Utilizing project management tools and regularly updating supervisors on progress can help mitigate these challenges. As you gain experience, you'll develop strategies to efficiently handle shifting priorities and tight timelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Planner, you need a solid understanding of urban planning principles, data analysis, and land use regulations, usually supported by a degree in urban planning or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, Microsoft Office Suite, and planning-specific databases is commonly required, and AICP certification can be advantageous. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help you effectively collaborate with stakeholders and present findings. These competencies are crucial for ensuring sound planning decisions, regulatory compliance, and successful project outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Associate Planner job openings in Boston, MA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,042 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Associate Planner, Paid Social

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V

Boston, MA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Digitas is the Networked Experience Agency, built on the vision that we create magnetic experiences that earn the right for brands to exist in human networks. Today, and tomorrow. We deliver Networked Experiences by leveraging comprehensive data, technology, creative, media and strategy capabilities. Digitas delivers ambitious outcomes via unique solutions that include Creative Experiences, Integrated Media, Addressable Relationships, Social Marketing and Total Commerce. Celebrated by AdAge as Data and Insights Agency of the Year, U.S Campaign's Brand Experience Agency of the Year, Media Network of the Year and celebrated by Forrester and Gartner, Digitas serves the world's leading brands through a global network comprised of more than 5,500 employees across over 65 offices in 43 countries.

The Digitas culture is made up of fearless, inventive and generous Unicorns of all kinds.

Overview

As social media continues to take a greater share of consumers' time, and ad spend is increasing rapidly, so is Digitas' world class team of paid social specialists. You'll be part of a team that's keeping a pulse on the constantly evolving social media landscape, where new features and advertising opportunities are popping up daily.

To help with this, we're looking for an outstanding Associate Media Planner, Paid Social - someone who has who has a passion in equal parts for both data & analytics and the world of social media.

Sound like you? Read on.

Responsibilities

You'll be responsible for working across all social platforms to plan, implement, manage and optimize data-driven campaigns. Additionally, this role works closely with the national Paid Social practice to constantly track the market, evaluate new opportunities, create training materials, and vet new social/messaging Platforms and API Partners (PMDs/FMPs).

As an Associate Planner, Paid Social you'll manage the daily paid social needs on a client, including ad trafficking, budget pacing, optimization and reporting.

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Day-to-day, your role includes:ย 

  • Serve as a member of a cross-functional client team to understand goals and translate them into a paid social media strategy across all platforms and devices.
  • Partner with Media Planning, Social Strategy, and Strategy & Analytics groups to understand the role of paid social within the larger paid media campaign, as well as the organic social strategy.
  • Support your team in flawlessly running paid media in API partner platforms and directly in social platforms. Responsible for campaign setup, trafficking, ongoing optimization, and reporting that meets and exceeds client goals.
  • Stay up to date on new ad products and technology advancements, understanding how to translate them to deliver on business goals.
  • Work with the Strategy & Analytics team to use real-time data, testing, and campaign learnings to effectively optimize and manage campaigns. Collect insights to share back with internal and client teams.
  • Leverage planning and forecasting tools within platforms to inform budgets, bid strategies, and target audiences.
  • Produce clear communication for internal teams regarding campaign performance, recommendations and expected deliverables.
  • Work flexible hours to adapt to the real-time nature of the social space. Be available "on call" during non-business hours for posting and optimizing as needed.
Qualifications
  • Superior collaboration and teamwork skills; experience working with cross-functional teams
  • Effective at project management and ability to re-prioritize while operating within a fast paced environment, while maintaining attention to detail. ย  ย  ย 
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Positive attitude and able to work independently, as well as part of a team
  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • 1+ years' experience working in self-service capacity within social platforms.
  • Familiarity with prompt-based interaction and commonly used generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Google Gemini, DALLE, Midjourney) is a plus, especially for tasks like ideation, research, or content generation.

Got the sparkle? Apply if you believe your unique skills are a fit.

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Difference" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ย Compensation Range: USD $50,065.00 - USD $70,784.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 8/15/2026.Employment Type: FULL_TIME