Remote | Technology
Media Strategist
About us
April Six is a global B2B marketing agency working with some of the world’s most innovative technology brands. With a global footprint in the United Kingdom, Singapore, Germany, and the United States, we specialize in delivering exceptional strategic marketing and results-driven integrated campaigns that cross media and regional barriers. Across the firm, we work on diverse projects, including branding and web refreshes, brand and demand campaigns, and ABM programs, and we support these project types with dedicated practices in paid media and content development. Within our fully remote North American team, we are growing our media practice and looking to hire a media strategist to join our team of media specialists to support our technology clients.
Job Summary
As a Media Strategist, you will develop “muscle memory” by repetitively engaging in the core steps of the media process, thereby solidifying your experience and expertise. You will acquire new skills in client communication and management, along with advanced technology usage. In this role, you are expected to gain a strong understanding of core systems, transitioning from shadowing to actively participating in tasks, with quality assurance provided by an SMS or Media supervisor. Your knowledge of channel uses and best practices will expand, covering a diverse range of media types, including publisher direct, programmatic, account targeted, out of home, email, paid social, SEM, advanced TV, audio/podcast, and custom content. Additionally, you will enhance your proficiency with basic media tools such as Adserve, GCM, LinkedIn, and dashboard technologies. This role involves limited client interactions, ensuring you receive ample supervision and support.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations across core campaigns, from planning through to reconciliation
- Discover and deliver impactful analysis to various teams (i.e. strategy, site operations, user experience, account management), as well as external clients
- Anticipate client needs and work with team to proactively develop solutions to address them
- Utilize research tools (e.g. MRI, comScore) to gather information and put forth key insights
- Integrate across all internal departments to ensure a smooth client experience
- Assist in other digital marketing activities, as needed
Essential Skills & Attributes
- Desire to explore a career in media, with a specialty in B2B marketing
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite – particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Proficient with Ad Serving technology – Google Campaign Manager, specifically, a plus
- Acute attention to detail and passion for Quality Assurance
- Experience with analytics platforms such as Google Analytics a plus
- Understanding of digital conventions and terms, with the drive for continuous education
- Genuine curiosity about the world and digital programs
- Ability and desire to work with people from across several disciplines
- Web tagging experience a plus
Education
- One to three years of experience as part of a media agency or internal media department
Benefits
- Competitive salary salary in the range of $55,000-$85,000. Actual salary will be based on geographic location, experience, training, education and local market conditions
- Paid time off
- 401k plan with match
- Health and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Access to ongoing training & development
- Remote work
Benefits (Location Specific)
Room to Grow
Appraisal system with individualised growth objectives and real time feedback
Professional Development Plan
We look to support skills growth with internal support and coaching, alongside online and in-person training and development opportunities
Paid Time Off
28 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
Health care cash back scheme
Giving you money back for health-related fees such as dental appointments, contact lenses, prescriptions or physio
Mental Health Hotline
24 hour GP phone or video consultations and a 24-hour helpline offering counselling and supportive information
Moments that Matter
An hour every week to relax, exercise, or pursue something that’s important to you
Anniversary gifts
A special gift every year on your work anniversary to say thank you for being a part of our team
Company lunch
Lunch on the company once a month
Schemes
Electric car leasing scheme, refer a friend scheme, cycle to work scheme.
We are focused on working with the most exciting, forward-thinking mobility brands and manufacturers
April Six embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We’re an equal opportunity employer and to reflect our global position, we embrace best practice approaches to diversity and inclusion in the regions where we operate.