Paid Media Strategist to start 2 May.

Found in: Talent ZA C2 - 2 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa NS.work Full time
2 days in JHB office, 3 days working from home.
Period: 1 May to 31 July.

We are seeking a proactive and passionate paid media professional who has a knack for delivering clever solutions to challenging problems.

We are seeking a team player who takes a collaborative approach, with a focus on building and retaining strong relationships with clients, internal departments, and suppliers.

You will be working with a team of highly capable brand, comms, content, and digital strategists as the paid media specialist, on some of the most exciting brands in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop paid media strategies centred on achieving the client’s business objectives.
Integrate and work together with brand or comms strategists in delivering integrated strategic solutions.

Drive clients’ business forward by working closely with the account management teams to add value and grow client accounts strategically.

Identifying and sharing new paid media opportunities and upskilling the broader strategy team.

Collaborating internally with the client service, data, creative and social teams to deliver integrated digital campaigns for clients.

Collaborating with paid media suppliers: Briefing, overseeing implementation and reporting.

Maintain an ‘umbrella’ perspective; provide ongoing strategic support and advice to clients that may impact on the strategy and instigate a change in strategic direction.

Be able to work with minimal supervision and deliver to deadline.

RequirementsEssential Skills and Experience:

Degree in Media Planning, Digital Marketing, or related field required.

At least 4 years’ experience as a Paid Media Strategist.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

A critical thinker.

Deadline-driven, organized and detail-obsessed.

Be tuned in to emerging digital trends, updates from the ‘’Big Four’ as well as local media players.

Interpersonal skills – ability to engage with clients and with internal teams to drive strategies forward.

Experience in working on automotive paid media brands would be advantageous.

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