Academy
Media Link Software was founded on the principle that there needs to be a platform that embraces the diverse strategies modern media buyers employ to achieve their stakeholders' goals. Our fundamental belief in the power of analysis is built through Media Link Software — MLS 2.0, especially.
We make education a priority through training and support programs, as well as internships. We also support scientific media-planning studies in higher education.
Media Link Software 2.0 presented us with the opportunity to assemble the resources we've gathered over the years to create a library for buyers who are looking to improve their craft. This library offers everything from basic terminology to unusual tactics — all in one space.
Please reach out to us if you have any questions or comments; we are always happy to chat.
Tips and Tactics
Take Back Your Time with MLS Formulas
“Time Is Money.” We’ve all heard this phrase written by Benjamin Franklin when he first coined the aphorism in his essay “Advice to a Young Tradesman.” It’s a truth that still rings true today, and one we often forget. Many of us try to do too many things. Sure, if you have a mechanical aptitude, you could learn to fix…
Digital Media Toolbox
Take Back Your Time with MLS Formulas
“Time Is Money.” We’ve all heard this phrase written by Benjamin Franklin when he first coined the aphorism in his essay “Advice to a Young Tradesman.” It’s a truth that still rings true today, and one we often forget. Many of us try to do too many things. Sure, if you have a mechanical aptitude, you could learn to fix…
Broadcast Toolbox
Embracing the Political Window
With our home office located in the Quad Cities, Media Link Software® is part of an Illinois/Iowa bi-state market. So, we have political windows more often throughout the year and our political advertising seems to be twice as much as in other parts of the Country. So, needless to say its impact on available ad inventory is a central theme…
Print/OOH Toolkit
Data Visualization in the Media Buying Industry
Big Data is one of the many buzzwords we encounter. Contrary to some, big data is indeed an area vital to the development of businesses and the economy as a whole. Modern technologies allow us to collect specific information about (potential) clients’ behaviors and daily routines. The result are spreadsheets full of data points and many questions. Visualizing Big Data…
ML Software News
Welcome Grace!!
The Media Link Software® Team is thrilled to announce we have officially found our Marketing Coordinator! Grace Bradley-Leon, welcome to our team! Grace is originally from Naperville, Illinois, and moved to the Quad Cities to start her first year at Augie and hasn’t left Rock Island, IL since. She is a recent Augustana College graduate with a major in communication…