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Job Description
Description
Position at EssenceMediaCom
In this role, the chosen applicant will take the lead in developing the media and communications strategies for various brands. They will implement EssenceMediacom's communications planning process and will apply EssenceMediacom's proprietary tools, systems and research data in effectively addressesing the brand objectives and requirements.
They will work together with the Communications Planner/s to deliver the clients requirements, as well as other corporate or agency deliverables.
3 best things about the job:
Exposure and Immersion into EssenceMediacom's best-in-class planning framework
Opportunity to handle the country's top companies/brands and work with a variety of people both from EssenceMediacom local/regional/global teams, clients and agency partners.
Become part of an organization that promotes excellence through mentoring and talent development programs while maintaining an environment of fun and camaraderie
Measures of Success:
In 3 to 6 months, you should have established a clear understanding of the client's business and deliver the specific agency deliverables for the accounts assigned to you.
What your day job looks like at EssenceMediacom:
A Planning Director will be in charge of a specific account and performs the following tasks:
Manage and respond to client requests, appropriately delegating tasks to individual team members as needed.
Guide team members to develop strategic thinking and media planning skills
Work closely with the specialist teams to ensure you are up to date with the latest media partners offerings
Work closely with media partners on responses to briefs or to provide opportunities for the account
Provide insights and recommendations on the client's category/competitive activity as well as the changing media landscape
Attend meetings as needed - internal, client and cross-agency
Attend conferences/seminars to keep up to date with trends, insights and client's business categories.
Use the available network resources, either through the strategy team or business science to address client's communications objectives or measurement needs.
Take part in new business pitches and provide insightful and comprehensive communication solutions for the agency and its clients
Deliver internal corporate requirements such as spend reports, team development plans, and encourage client adoption of proprietary tools and services
What you'll bring:
Solid understanding of offline and online media
Strong analytical and data skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Passion for learning and openness to new challenges
Project management skills, good at multi-tasking and organization
Proactiveness
Self-starter attitude
Team player mindset
Time management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Confidence and a can-do/positive attitude
High level of accountability and integrity
Education
Graduate of Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Communication Research, etc.
Work Experience:
At least 10 years work experience with at least 1 year managing 1-2 junior staff in a media agency or marketing/advertising/research-related field
More about EssenceMediacom
We are a global communications agency leading with breakthrough thinking, building explosive growth for brands, and helping our clients see the bigger picture. Our daring global network of 10,000 influencers help our clients breach traditional boundaries in media, uncover novel ideas, and unleash exponential growth. EssenceMediacom challenges conventional thinking to build, propel, and supercharge our clients businesses at scale and lead our industry in critical areas such as diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.
EssenceMediacom understands that our people are tasked with big goals: building breakthrough growth for brands and leading with breakthrough thinking in our industry. Our people are at the heart of this work because their ideas will enable us to decode the intersections of people, content, and technology to bring our aspirations to life. Our success is down to our eclectic, diverse, and talented people. EssenceMediacom is a place for us to grow our careers and expand our horizons. EssenceMediacom is committed to building an agency culture that supports our people, puts diversity at the forefront of our operations, and creates opportunity for all. This collective culture will be our new power where ideas are freely exchanged, and collaboration is actively encouraged in a place where you can innovate in our hyperconnected world.
Philippines Market Overview
In recent years, the Philippines has emerged as one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia. Al-Jazeera noted the market demonstrating an unprecedented period of macro-economic buoyancy and political stability, spurring both domestic and international business growth.
It is also one of the largest and fastest-growing digital markets in Southeast Asia, with growth expecting to increase exponentially in the next few years. With a population of 108m and where the internet penetration is predicted to hit 50% in 2017, coupled with the Philippines vibrant economic growth and the expansion of its digital footprint makes it an exciting place for media players and talent to be.
EssenceMediacom APAC is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our people are our strength so we respect and nurture their individual talent and potential.