WHY YOU WANT TO WORK AT SPARK FOUNDRY

Let’s be honest –in this industry, sometimes we complicate things that should be simple. Here is the bottom line: we want YOU to join us if you are truly passionate about guiding marketers on how to best connect their brands with people. It doesn’t get much simpler than that. At Spark Foundry, we have a unique approach and provide the support to help you do this. In fact, our approach is built on creating the space for ideas that lead to smart work, and Spark Foundry is built to celebrate and develop YOUR ideas.

WHO WE ARE

Throughout our rich history, we’ve taken pride in our ongoing legacy of and commitment to constant evolution. It’s in our DNA to evolve. By melding the spirit of a startup and the soul of a powerhouse across our business, we aim to bring modern heat to brands – the kind of heat that arises at the intersection of startup and powerhouse; of data and content; of art and science; of old and new. Energy and innovation fuels our startup spirit, while the unrivalled marketplace clout, exclusive partnerships, and global practice capabilities we have at our disposal as a full-service Publicis Media agency deliver our powerhouse soul for our clients. We hope you’ll take a few moments to learn more about us, and to begin thinking about how we might put “the power of plus” to work for you. To learn more, visit www.sparkfoundryww.com

Spark Foundry are on the hunt for an experienced Trader/Investor to join their agile team as an Account Manager to: 

• Plan and buy media across offline and online channels
• Negotiate with media owners
• Manage client wips and campaigns
• Project manage events/activations
• Plan digital and performance campaigns
• Buy TV, print and OOH
• Manage finance and invoicing
• Train and mentor 

This team has 5 key clients so no day is the same. You will gain strong project management and client service experience and there is great opportunity for progression within the role.

Experience with media tools and systems is a must to be considered for this role.

KEY OUTPUTS: 

• Support the day to day planning and investment across a portfolio of clients
• Learn and use effective planning and buying techniques to drive innovation
• Be aware of competitor activity and any general media industry topics which may affect clients business and deliver insights
• Develop excellent client and media relationships
• Ensure that unique and ground-breaking ideas are generated
• Learn and use effective planning techniques to drive innovation

REQUIRED SKILLS: 

• Understanding of Australian media landscape
• Good communication skills
• Good administrative skills
• Good presentation skills
• Understanding of Spark Foundry’s media systems and tools
• General computer skills
• A bachelor degree of Arts, Communication, Media or Advertising
• Experience using media systems and tools such as Roy Morgan, QQX etc

REQUIRED BEHAVIOURS: 

• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Ability to develop strong relationships with the media and clients
• Willingness to learn and progress within the role

BENEFITS:

Birthday Leave, Early Finish Fridays and Pre-Pay Day Lunch just to name a few.