[Internship] Business Development Assistant

The Smart Local; Singapore; On-site; Full time

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Business Development intern who is a hunter and hungry for new business success.

You will also play a key role in maintaining strong relationships with our existing clients as we continue to expand.

You must be able to commit to a minimum of 20-weeks (5 months) internship.

What you will do

• Source and prospect potential brands through different communication channels that could work for the company
• Craft proposals with suggested strategies and directions for potential brand collaborations
• Prepare campaign agreements/invoices for brands
• Be involved in company’s meetings and may be required to take part in company’s events
• Assist in strategist campaign ideation, content planning and executions regarding social media and video production
• To perform ad hoc duties as assigned

The successful candidate should have

• Possess or currently studying for a Diploma/Degree in Business/Communications or equivalent
• Excellent understanding of new media, digital publishing, content and social media industry
• Strong negotiator with a commercial mindset
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Able to manage multiple activities and projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Team spirit and ease in building strong professional relationships
• Great people skills and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Able to commit for a minimum of 20-weeks (5 months) internship

What you will gain

• Opportunity to set foot into the media industry through a leading, homegrown media company
• Practical experience in Business Development
• Develop skills in identifying potential brand partners, crafting strategic collaboration proposals, and managing campaign agreements and invoices
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance