Simon
Ford
Media Broker | French markets
I help international companies run high-impact French media placements (events, prints, digital content, newsletters, podcasts, B2B and B2C publishers).
Local Insight, Global Impact.
Why entering the French media market is hardEntering France can be slow, expensive, and confusing:• Different formats, calendars, and specs
• Language barriers
• No central marketplace
• High agency fees
• Fragmented publishers
My Solution
I act as your independent media broker and local advisor, and make French media buying simple.I broker high-quality French B2B & B2C media placements through:
• Publisher selection & negotiation
• Media planning & format recommendations
• Localization guidance (no creative production)
• Specs, deadlines & tracking coordination
• Proof of delivery & publisher reportingYou get a clean, structured, turnkey campaign adapted to French audiences.
How it works
1. Scoping — We align on your audience and goals.2. Media Plan — You receive a curated selection of French publishers and formats, based on:• Audience relevance
• Historical performance
• Pricing & availability
• Format impact (newsletters, podcasts, display, events…)3. Booking — I negotiate placements, confirm availability, secure formats, set deadlines, and liaise with publishers.4. Delivery — Publishers deliver on schedule. You pay them directly (split billing).5. Proof of Delivery — You get:• screenshots
• UTM performance
• publisher stats
Media Formats
I Work With
I work with vetted, established French publishers and platforms.Events & Industry Conventions
Professional trade shows, networking events, conferences — ideal for brand credibility and market entry.Editorial & Print-Derived Media
Articles, interviews, sponsored content, specialized magazines.Newsletters & Podcasts
Dedicated sends, curated audiences, and sponsored audio placements across top French shows.Digital Video & Creator Media
YouTube ads, creator collaborations, product reviews, and UGC formats across major platforms.Digital Display Media
Banner placements, native ads, contextual placements on premium sites.
Brands I Work With
I support:• International brands entering French-speaking markets
• US SaaS companies
• Consumer brands exploring francophone audiences
• Founders running their first French pilot
• Teams needing a French-speaking media expert
Pricing
Setup fee: $1,000 per campaign.
Includes campaign scoping and structuring, media plan design, coordination with selected media, market localization and media specs guidance.Commission:
10% of Net Media Cost based on actual delivered placements.
(Minimum commission billed: $1,000)Media budget:
You pay publishers directly (split billing).
I never handle your funds.Clear. Fixed. Transparent.
No markups, no rebates, no hidden fees.
Let's Work Together
Ready to test the French market?Want a quote or have questions?
I respond within 24 hours.
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