Digital Academy – Media Strategist Intern

Incubeta – who are we?
Incubeta was founded in 2001 and currently consists of 22 offices and 900 team members.

We’re an international team of experts in marketing, technology, data and creative, who came together because we want businesses to make the most of the opportunities the digital landscape provides. Our core values are: “Exceed Expectations, Dare to Lead, Earn Trust and Help Others Succeed.” To find out more about Incubeta, please visit our website.

The internship role

The internship position should be fulfilled for a minimum of six months, thereafter an extension can be negotiated. If there is a vacancy within the team or a different team that the intern would be suitable to fulfill, a permanent job offer would be considered.

Objective of role

Media strategy and media planning/buying is a strategic role within agencies. Media planners are responsible for analysing briefs from clients – and then matching the relevant media channels and ad formats with the target market and campaign objectives.

This role requires constant learning and the ideal candidate will be a problem solver by nature.

The ultimate goal of this role is to help clients build their brands and generate leads across the most effective platforms/channels. This is achieved by developing in-depth and well-formulated media strategies, and media plans based on our clients business objectives.

Roles and responsibilities

• Assist the team with compiling media plans and creative chaselists
• Assist with consumer research and insights for presentations
• Assist with media owner bookings/IOs once media plans have been signed off
• Communication with media owners during campaigns
• Assist with reporting requirements and performance analysis
• Assist the media planning team with administrative tasks such as our knowledge library, department documents etc.
• Keep up to date with latest media channel offerings, ad formats etc.

Essential requirements

• Passionate about digital marketing and media channels such as Facebook, Youtube, TikTok etc.
• Relevant tertiary qualification related to the role.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Tech-savvy and quick learner.
• Resourceful, eager to learn and takes initiative.
• Excellent time management and strong ability to work well within a team and self-managed environment.

Key competencies and work ethic

• Quality and service conscious.
• Solution-oriented and with a positive attitude.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and tight deadlines.
• Ability to be entrepreneurial and to create own opportunities.
• Able to spot and raise up- and cross-selling opportunities.
• Proactive thinking.
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.
• Diligent and able to work independently.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
• Keep up with industry best-practice (standards).
• Display honesty and integrity at all times.
• Be accountable for your actions even when making mistakes.
• Show respect for the people around you, no matter what their role or the situation.

Apply now: If you feel you fit the above criteria, please click the link and complete the form.

Closing date: Applications for this role will be closed on 31 December 2022

Please take note that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.

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