Junior Digital Media Buyer

Winning Form; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic marketing firm in Durban is seeking a Junior Digital Media Buyer to manage media buying campaigns across multiple markets. The ideal candidate will optimize advertising efforts, monitor performance, and have a degree in Marketing or a related field. With a full-time schedule, this role offers an opportunity to innovate and enhance digital media strategies in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Marketing or a relevant field.
• Experience in Digital Marketing.
• Experience in Account Management.

Responsibilities

• Plan media buying campaigns for multiple markets.
• Book digital media across websites, apps, and suitable ad networks.
• Optimize advertising campaigns based on performance.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance weekly.
• Source and implement campaign artwork for external digital placements.

Skills

Account Management

Education

Degree/Diploma in Marketing or a relevant field

Experience in Digital Marketing

Experience in Account Management

Job description

Responsibilities

Junior Digital Media Buyer Duties:

• Plan media buying campaigns for multiple markets
• Book digital media across websites, apps and suitable ad networks
• Optimize advertising campaigns based on performance
• Update necessary campaign budgets upon review
• Keep up to date with the newest trends and media platforms
• Report to management and key stakeholders on campaign performance
• Source and implement campaign artwork for external digital placements
• Implementation of campaign tracking links
• Work with the compliance team to secure digital campaign agreements
• Monitor and report on campaign performance weekly
• Assist with running campaigns on self‑service programmatic platforms
• Participate in performance meetings to build relationships with external service providers
• Identify and implement new external digital opportunities
• Ensure contracts are renewed appropriately
• Submit payments for campaigns on time and complete admin tasks
• Implement strategies to ensure client acquisition and brand awareness

People

• Proactive
• Accountable
• Stress‑tolerant and adaptable to changing priorities
• Analytical thinker
• Comply with company policy and values
• Team player with strong organizational and technical skills
• Excellent time‑management and multi‑project handling
• Open‑minded and quick to implement changes
• Detail‑oriented
• Confident in presenting and selling ideas
• Strong personality
• Enthusiastic and passionate about work
• Natural leadership with a proven track record

Compliance, Risk, and Quality

• Compliance with company policies and procedures
• Review and sign off on insertion orders
• Review and approve contractual T&Cs
• Implement budgets across campaigns appropriately
• Ensure artwork for time‑sensitive promotions is posted and removed on time
• Ensure accurate and legible reporting
• Logical storage of contracts, artwork roll‑outs, campaigns, approvals, etc.

Growth and New Markets/Products

• Maintain technical knowledge and build relationships through workshops and seminars
• Keep abreast of competitor activity, market innovation, trends, and customer trends
• Implement measures to achieve short‑term, medium‑term, and long‑term goals
• Drive product innovation and new service offerings to customers
• Source new customers

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Marketing or a relevant field
• Experience in Digital Marketing
• Experience in Account Management

Required Skills

• Account Management

Job Info

• Job Identification 1035
• Job Category Marketing and Communications
• Posting Date 12/22/2025, 08:24 AM
• Location 18, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319, ZA (On‑site)
• Apply Before 01/02/2026, 08:24 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Roster No

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