Planning Assistant

Hearts & Science – Planning Assistant

Planning Assistant | Entry level, Hearts & Science

Hearts & Science is a leading global communications planning and buying media agency part of the Omnicom Media Group. An opportunity currently exists for a  Planning Assistant  to join our team in an entry level role to support media for some of Australia’s most recognized brands.

What does a Media Agency do?

Simply put, we manage the strategy, planning and buying of media for some of the world’s largest advertisers and most iconic brands. We work with some of the best creative minds in the world to deliver media solutions that span across all offline and online media channels (television, radio, cinema, press, OOH, digital) and continents. Sounds cool, right? It is…

What does a Planning Assistant do?

As a Planning Assistant, you will develop expertise in all facets or media through on-the-job and off-the-job training. As you develop in your role, you will be offered opportunity for guided interactions with both clients and publishers.

You will play a vital role in providing support to the broader team across all facets of planning, from reporting, through to stakeholder management. Every task needs to be completed with enthusiasm, accuracy, and high levels of attention to detail.

Key day to day tasks

Turn up with a positive attitude and apply yourself to become indispensable to the team

Actively participate in client workshops and brainstorming sessions for client briefs.

Grow and maintain good media relationships through active networking both internally and externally

Prioritize regular check-ins with your manager and ensure agency processes are understood.

Understand the role of each channel within the media landscape

Utilize relevant media systems (BCC, AQX, Roy Morgan, Move, etc) to develop insights relating to Target Audience and competitive reporting

Who are you?

At this stage of your career, there is little experience required, it’s all about attitude… the tools and training programs are there to help you succeed.

Some key attributes that we look for are:

Interested in a career in the media industry

Good work ethic, enthusiasm and keen to learn

Strong attention to detail, numeracy and literacy

A good understanding of Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Interpersonal and communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Proactivity and problem solving

Hearts & Science is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply.

We work flexibly at Hearts&Science and support charities and environmental initiatives.

If there is one thing that defines Hearts&Science, it is the philosophy that nothing is more important than our people.

Curious to know more? Apply with an up-to-date version of your resume and let’s take it from there…