Media Implementation Assistant

PHD; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Career growth and development

OMG Care including wellbeing support

Job summary

PHD is a strategy-led media planning and buying agency and a proud part of Omnicom Media Group. We’re looking for a Media Implementation Assistant to join our growing team and kick-start their career in media and advertising.

This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure across TV, OOH, radio, online video, display, search and paid social, with training and mentorship to develop your campaign setup, reporting and data management skills.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in media, advertising or marketing.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail, numeracy and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience using Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the set-up, implementation and ongoing monitoring of media campaigns across traditional and digital channels.
• Assist with campaign reporting, data management and insights from performance.
• Support campaign administration, billing, reconciliations and internal documentation.
• Collaborate with team, stakeholders, media partners and other agency teams to keep campaigns running smoothly.
• Develop knowledge of media platforms including TV, OOH, Search, Programmatic and Paid Social.
• Monitor campaigns and help identify discrepancies quickly and accurately.
• Participate in brainstorming, training and strategy sessions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

PHD is a strategy-led media planning and buying agency and part of Omnicom Media Group. We work with some of Australia’s and the world’s leading brands, combining creativity, innovation and technology to deliver impactful media and advertising campaigns.

Our purpose is to be a force for growth for our clients, our people and the broader marketing industry.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Media Implementation Assistant to join our growing team and kick-start their career in media and advertising.

This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity to gain hands-on exposure across both traditional and digital media channels, including TV, Out of Home, Radio, Online Video, Display, Search and Paid Social.

Working alongside an experienced team, you’ll support the day-to-day implementation of campaigns while developing your media trading, reporting and technical skills. From campaign set-up and monitoring through to reporting, billing and data management, you’ll learn how media campaigns come together from start to finish.

You don’t need years of media experience to get started. Bring your curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to jump in and learn, and we’ll help you build the skills from there.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the set-up, implementation and ongoing monitoring of media campaigns across traditional and digital channels
• Assist with campaign reporting, data management and identifying insights from campaign performance
• Support campaign administration, billing, reconciliations and internal documentation
• Work closely with your team, internal stakeholders, media partners and other agency teams to keep campaigns running smoothly
• Develop hands-on knowledge of media platforms and channels including TV, OOH, Search, Programmatic and Paid Social
• Monitor campaigns and help identify and resolve discrepancies quickly and accurately
• Participate in brainstorms, training, workshops and strategy sessions
• Build your understanding of the wider media landscape, technology and campaign delivery through structured training and on-the-job learning

About You

• A genuine interest in media, advertising or marketing
• A proactive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Strong attention to detail, numeracy and organisational skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Confidence using Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• A curious, analytical mindset with an interest in data and technology
• Previous media or agency internship experience is advantageous, but not essential
• Full Australian working rights

Why Join PHD?

• Flexible hybrid working, including 2 days working from home
• Career growth and continuous development through a mix of formal training and hands-on learning
• Exposure to leading media platforms, technology partners and media owners
• OMG Care, including 24/7 EAP support and dedicated wellbeing initiatives
• Monthly employee recognition and rewards
• Regular social events plus summer half days
• Bright, open and dog-friendly office
• The opportunity to build a career within PHD and the wider Omnicom Media Group network

We strongly believe that diversity of perspectives and experiences enriches both our culture and the quality of our work. We welcome people from all backgrounds and warmly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.