Media Manager

About Mindshare
We are Mindshare. The global media network. We are nearly ‎6,000 people in ‎82
countries with one aim: to make our clients' brands more famous and more
profitable. Our network is always on, always live. Our people are acutely
aware of what's happening in their city, their country, their specialist area
of expertise. We understand brands, markets and media. Most of all, we
understand other people. The people we live with. The people we work with. The
people we are.

We are thinkers and doers, relentless in the pursuit of success for our
clients. We do this by continually seeking - and usually finding - the perfect
connection between their products and potential customers. As our name
suggests, we help them gain a greater share of consumers' minds.

Overview of job

Three best things about the job:

• Working on one of the most prestigious accounts, you will have great exposure to integrated campaigns across all channels.


• You will also work alongside a diverse and talented team in a collaborative team environment.


• Attain a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on the fastest growing and diversified category.

In this role, your goals will be:

In three months:

• Get to know our client and immerse yourself in their business.


• Ensure delivery of work to a high standard and in a timely manner.

In six months:

• Have developed a good understanding of the clients' category.


• Be leading client WIPs and managing key relationships.

In ‎12 months:

• Be well-respected by your client for your knowledge and service.


• Have built a deep and influential relationship with day-to-day media contacts.


• Have cemented your role within the team and contributed to the team delivery and success of a variety of client campaigns.

What your day looks like at the agency :

• Deliver and execute best in class media plans, on time and with the know-how to manage your way through any bumps in the road.


• Understand all media channels (in particular the ever-changing TV/Screens landscape) with the ability to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each channel and the impact these have in delivering on the client objectives.


• Stay abreast of market trends and movements with regards to supply, innovation, and technology, have a point of view and bring these to your planning solutions.


• Negotiations with media not just pushing down on price, but collaborating to drive innovation and add tangible value to clients.


• Identify and clearly articulate what's working and why linking media performance to business goals.

What you 'll bring:

• Knowledge of media channels.


• Knowledge of media industry planning tools.


• High levels of energy and a desire to deliver great work.


• A willingness to learn and desire to challenge yourself.


• Best in class attention to detail and accuracy across all aspects planning and implementation.


• A collaborative approach.


• Passion for the media industry and specifically the importance of investment in the process.


• Excellent client, team, and media relationships.


• A track record of a successfully implemented end to end campaigns.

Minimum qualifications:

• ‎3-‎5 years experience media planning, MENA media landscape, and excel skills.


• Undergraduate qualification in advertising, marketing, communication or similar field preferred but not essential.


• Digital planning and team management skills.