Associate, Social

The best way to get someone’s attention is to break a pattern. With that in mind, Media Experts has been turning industry heads for 39 years by Making a Big Impression. A data-driven Canadian media agency powered by the spirit of discovery; we build iconic brands within the Canadian market. Our unique approach revolves around designing effective, hard-working media strategies that drive brand engagement and deliver outstanding business results.

Position Summary
The role of the Associate is to support the initial campaign set up, campaign billing, administrative tasks, and reporting. Their goal is to support Spcialists to improve the quality and performance of all accounts.

Job Responsibilities

  • Support the Social team with initial setup on a variety of campaigns via multiple platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok and other 3rd party platforms).
  • Assist the Social team with keeping track of upcoming campaigns and ensuring they launch as per the appropriate calendars.
  • Assist the Social team solving/clearing billing discrepancies or queries in a timely manner.
  • Work with the Social team to track, measure, and assist with analysis of post launch campaign activities.
  • Accurately maintain client records, media approval documentation, and media purchase contracts.
  • Assist the Social team with monitoring and maintaining campaign performance.
  • Support Specialists with sourcing proposals from media partners. Assist with document creation: presentations, visual summaries, schedules and reports.
  • Liaise with the ad operations team to ensure campaign set-up, website tagging, ad serving, etc.
  • Coordinate and attend learning sessions with key media partners.
  • Develop proficiency with necessary media research tools, systems, and software.
  • Support the team on various client related projects as required.
  • Proactively develop knowledge of the digital media landscape.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Post-secondary education – University graduate and/or advertising/marketing College degree preferred.
  • Understanding of digital advertising concepts and terms an asset.
  • Driven desire to develop and excel in a digital media career.
  • Client service oriented.
  • Passion for data, emerging media and technology.
  • Proactive approach to problem solving, assisting the team, self-development, etc.
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
  • Highly developed organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong learning agility, with a passion for continuous development.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

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IPG Mediabrands is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from all interested parties. Accommodations are available, upon request, for those with a disability or medical need during any stage of the recruitment process.  We thank all candidates for their interest in IPG Mediabrands, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.