OMD New Zealand Looking for Media Assistant at Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

What your typical day will look like?

As Media Assistant, you will assist the members of your team in the creation of market-leading ideas for your clients for some of New Zealand’s most recognised brands! To become an expert in digital and traditional media channels, you will be taught through real-life on-the-job training, our internal training program ‘Accelerate’, and industry ‘NGEN’ sessions.

What does a Media Agency do?

Simply put, we manage the strategy, planning, and buying of media for some of the world’s largest advertisers and most iconic brands. We work with some of the best creative minds in the world to deliver media solutions that span across all offline and online channels (television, radio, cinema, press, OOH, digital) and continents. Sounds cool, right? It is…

Other responsibilities include:

• Supporting the day-to-day account management and implementation of campaigns
• Being the support contact for client/media liaison on day-to-day matters
• Administrative services such as the arrangement of meetings, preparation of WIPs, a compilation of project reports
• Checking booking confirmations and pre-times, campaign monitoring, post-analysis matching, and reporting under the guidance of your direct manager
• Media Campaign Delivery tracking (all communication channels)
• Providing assistance to the team during invoicing and reconciliation, financial administration
• Generate creative ideas within role accountabilities (process improvements etc.) and actively contribute to idea generation and optimisation

A bit about you…

• You are an excellent communicator, both verbally and written
• You enjoy numbers and dealing with a diverse range of clients and media partners
• You thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic team
• You have a keen attitude towards learning
• You are adaptable and agile in your approach
• A natural collaborator and problem solver who is enthusiastic about helping others
• Media is your passion

What is in it for you?

• The opportunity to join a growing, successful organisation that is trusted by its clients, loved by its staff, and a leader in its industry
• Personal and professional development is a core part of our culture and it’s a key part of the role to invest 10% of your time in attending training and contributing to OMD and our industry
• All the tools, equipment, and resources you need to be successful in your role
• You will be part of an organisation that encourages diversity and supports charities and environmental initiatives.
• We have a bright and open plan office
• We encourage and fully support flexible working

A bit about us…

If there is one thing that defines OMD, it is the philosophy that nothing is more important than our people.

We are a proud part of the OMD global network, the world’s leading marketing and communications agency. As part of the Omnicom Media Group, we provide services to over 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries and employ 11,000+ staff

We are Australasia’s largest media and communications agency and number one Global Media Agency.

Next steps

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Apply now!

OMD is a proud member of Diversity Works NZ and an equal opportunity employer. We offer great flexibility for employees and have a strong focus on health and wellbeing. Here’s a sneak peek into the agency for you to enjoy: https://diversityworksnz.org.nz/case-studies/2020-diversity-awards-nz/emerging-diversity-inclusion-omd-new-zealand