Job description
We are looking for an Assistant Media Executive.
The tasks the individual would be expected to lead on are below but not limited to (training will be provided for certain areas):
• Assist the account team in delivery management of media owner deals/campaign deliveries across TV (/Digital and other media platforms where needed).
• Establish relationships with media owners and other third parties to ensure full delivery of all media campaigns.
• Support Account team in ad hoc client requests and calls.
• Complete key client reports including buying results and market competitive reporting.
• Be involved in extracurricular activations such as Diversity & Inclusion, Wellbeing Committees etc.
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of material required for client and internal meetings
• Support with the preparation of pitch material for Business Development, as well as have the opportunity to be involved in international briefs and planning.
Essential Behaviours/Skills:
• High level of computer literacy, especially in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Confidence, positivity and ability to present yourself amongst internal/external colleagues
• Relationships with external media partners
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Great attention to detail, combined with great organisational skills
• Ability and confidence to learn and apply new skills
Desirable Skills:
• Additional languages
• Previous media agency experience in the form of placements/internships is ideal
• Background working across International territories
• Relevant degree/qualifications within Media space i.e IPA Exams/ FB Blueprint, Google certificates etc
Salary will be dependent on experience.
The tasks the individual would be expected to lead on are below but not limited to (training will be provided for certain areas):
• Assist the account team in delivery management of media owner deals/campaign deliveries across TV (/Digital and other media platforms where needed).
• Establish relationships with media owners and other third parties to ensure full delivery of all media campaigns.
• Support Account team in ad hoc client requests and calls.
• Complete key client reports including buying results and market competitive reporting.
• Be involved in extracurricular activations such as Diversity & Inclusion, Wellbeing Committees etc.
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of material required for client and internal meetings
• Support with the preparation of pitch material for Business Development, as well as have the opportunity to be involved in international briefs and planning.
Essential Behaviours/Skills:
• High level of computer literacy, especially in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Confidence, positivity and ability to present yourself amongst internal/external colleagues
• Relationships with external media partners
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Great attention to detail, combined with great organisational skills
• Ability and confidence to learn and apply new skills
Desirable Skills:
• Additional languages
• Previous media agency experience in the form of placements/internships is ideal
• Background working across International territories
• Relevant degree/qualifications within Media space i.e IPA Exams/ FB Blueprint, Google certificates etc
Salary will be dependent on experience.
The Package
Company Benefits (following successful completion of a 3-month probation period)
• Performance related annual bonus
• 2pm Early Friday Office Closure across January-September
• Hybrid working (50-60% of the working week) & Flexible start time
• Employee pension scheme
• Company Health Insurance
• Company Life assurance policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Inclusion in externally accredited company training programme
• 20 days contractual annual leave, Plus day off for birthday &Additional bonus 3 days available for planning holiday in line with demands of the business
• Christmas- New Year office closure (on discretion)
• Summer away day for all team members
• Quarterly socials funded by the company
• Cycle to office scheme available to all employees
• Annual season ticket loan (after 12 months employment)
• Access to fruit, snacks and breakfast on a daily basis in the office
• On site games room with pool table, ping pong/XBOX games etc
• Performance related annual bonus
• 2pm Early Friday Office Closure across January-September
• Hybrid working (50-60% of the working week) & Flexible start time
• Employee pension scheme
• Company Health Insurance
• Company Life assurance policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Inclusion in externally accredited company training programme
• 20 days contractual annual leave, Plus day off for birthday &Additional bonus 3 days available for planning holiday in line with demands of the business
• Christmas- New Year office closure (on discretion)
• Summer away day for all team members
• Quarterly socials funded by the company
• Cycle to office scheme available to all employees
• Annual season ticket loan (after 12 months employment)
• Access to fruit, snacks and breakfast on a daily basis in the office
• On site games room with pool table, ping pong/XBOX games etc
The Agency
Generation Media
Generation Media is a leading independent media agency, the number one specialist worldwide for communications to children young people, families and the entertainment sector. We offer our clients everything they would expect from a market leading media agency but in a unique package to suit their individual needs. We champion professionalism within our sector and wider media market, ensuring our clients business is given the care and attention required by supplier partners.
We focus on delivering the highest quality at the lowest cost, ensuring we have the right insight tools for the job and a true understanding of the audiences with which we are trading. Navigating our clients through the changing digital media landscape is key. Their success has contributed to our business growth and we act as an extension of our clients marketing teams, saving them both time and money.
As well as supporting client growth we have a proactive new business programme and benefit from positive word of mouth and client referrals which have contributed to success. We operate on a global level through our carefully selected agency partner network and centralised management from the UK office with on the ground support in Germany too.
Our purpose is to generate our best for our customers, company and community. Every member of the team is steered by the strength of our “DNA” company culture (Development, eNergy and teAmwork). Their can-do attitude and thirst for a challenge is visible across the business and our continuous professional development programme is recognised by both Investors in People, Gold status, and the Institute of Practitioners, platinum awarded.
We are an equal opportunities employer who looks to recruit ambitious, talented, and self-starting individuals who wish to accelerate their career progression and make their mark within an independent company, to become part of the long-term future of the Business.
Working for Generation Media provides a unique opportunity with career development being directly linked to business growth.
We focus on delivering the highest quality at the lowest cost, ensuring we have the right insight tools for the job and a true understanding of the audiences with which we are trading. Navigating our clients through the changing digital media landscape is key. Their success has contributed to our business growth and we act as an extension of our clients marketing teams, saving them both time and money.
As well as supporting client growth we have a proactive new business programme and benefit from positive word of mouth and client referrals which have contributed to success. We operate on a global level through our carefully selected agency partner network and centralised management from the UK office with on the ground support in Germany too.
Our purpose is to generate our best for our customers, company and community. Every member of the team is steered by the strength of our “DNA” company culture (Development, eNergy and teAmwork). Their can-do attitude and thirst for a challenge is visible across the business and our continuous professional development programme is recognised by both Investors in People, Gold status, and the Institute of Practitioners, platinum awarded.
We are an equal opportunities employer who looks to recruit ambitious, talented, and self-starting individuals who wish to accelerate their career progression and make their mark within an independent company, to become part of the long-term future of the Business.
Working for Generation Media provides a unique opportunity with career development being directly linked to business growth.