Job Opportunities at Publicis Groupe

Overview

• This role will suit an individual who enjoys working with people, has pre-existing media vendor relationships and can think outside of the box. Finding solutions to challenges and also working closely and effectively with both our internal PMX and agency teams as well as our media vendor partnersa and Apex doperations team.
• We are looking for someone who is curious, self-motivated, and eager to learn, who will come in and hit the ground running. It is expected that this person will engage with the sales teams from a vendor perspective, agency client teams and media operations teams whilst contributing to the growth and success of PMX.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the team in the administration of vendor meeting requests, agency team and vendor presentations, financial trackers and maintaining records of all services delivered.
• Working alongside the Trading & Planning Lead in sync to provide support on PMX partner deals in order to maintain a smooth and seamless operation
• Assisting the PMX Operations team in the preparation and recording of all deal terms, service agreements and revenue tracking
• Creating and maintaining a services tracker together with the PMX Trading & Planning Lead, ensuring services are invoiced on time working with the finance team to ensure all audit documents are captured and uploaded for payment.
• Investigating and resolving (or escalating) any Media Vendor invoice queries in a timely manner
• Maintaining relationships with media vendors and Agency (Starcom, Zenith, Blue 449 and Digitas) teams and ensuring any meetings or services to be delivered are adhered to and completed on time.
• Working with digital teams to ensure any training, certifications and product update requirements are completed timeously.
• Setting up and running the weekly PMX status meetings, including maintaining an active and updated status and tracking document for all stakeholders to refer to whilst also actively contributing towards any other financial and/or operational requirements.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in a media agency environment
• Analytically minded problem solver and have an eye for detail
• Organisational skills and able to work independently as well as with a team
• Exceptional time management, project management & prioritisation skills
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office Excel,
• Working knowledge of Salesforce will be an added advantage

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Overview

• Ensure the effective operational management of all digital media campaigns in your portfolio.
• Effectively drive the campaign management deliverables, acting as a conduit between strategy, campaign management and creative agency’s production team.
• Be fully accountable  and responsible for all digital implementation requirements.

By:

Implementation plans

• Building implementation plans in line with the strategic requirements and KPI’s
• Continuously maintain and update implementation plans in line with client changes, creative changes and media optimisation changes. (Every time a plan amendment is made)
• Ensure digital media plans are aligned with the overarching lay-downs / flow plans or live planning tool (Media tool / other)
• Immediately flag discrepancies, wherever these may rise – creative, budget, timing KPI’s etc.
• Plan and load bookings using Publicis Starscape tool (training will be provided)

Campaign Management and AdOps Alignment

• Briefing implementation plans into PowerHub tool to execute the plans in real time (training will be provided).
• Daily monitoring the performance and track spend of the digital media campaigns to ensure that the campaign management teams do not over or underspend.
• Instruct implementation changes into the campaign management team, where and when required, to ensure adaptability to client needs and campaign optimisation in alignment with the strategic direction.
• Manage proof of flighting with campaign management – include the delivery of screenshots (proof of fighting) to client, copying all relevant parties within 24 hours of going live
• Suggest optimisation for better campaign performance to the team to ensure campaigns performs against agreed objectives
• Continuously strive to increase ROI on a campaign by campaign basis and maximise campaign performance

Tracking, Tagging & Taxonomy

• Ensure that tracking tags are requested timeously to ensure that the go-live date is not compromised
• Ensure QA testing happens on all campaigns
• Ensure taxonomy is implemented correctly and in line with the brand requirements
• Ensure the correct tagging is implemented

Creative Agency Alignment

• Send chase lists to the creative agencies in line with the implementation plans
• Chase the creative agencies for the delivery of creative elements for campaign management execution
• Flagging creative delays with client that affect go-live or pacing  
• Ensure creative agencies are delivering best-practice creative, on time and on brief
• Pre-check all the received assets from the client/creative agency/digital agency, and communicate any irregularities or errors to the planner and strategist within 4 hours of receiving the assets

Strategy Alignment

• Align on strategy requirements and deliverables before building implementation plans
• Provide regular feedback to strategists on the ongoing performance of the campaign, in alignment with the strategy.

Post & Interim Campaign Reports

• Drive the delivery of interim and post campaign reports   
• Ensure the data accuracy of reports
• Ensure correct formatting of the reports
• Ensure benchmark and all required information is included in the reports

Buying & Billing Alignment

• Collate all invoices
• Check flow-plan actualisation
• Send billing pack and revised CE’s to byer

Other Reporting

• Weekly spend tracking
• Weekly creative delivery tracker
• Weekly - Optimisation report
• Recommendations for improvement
• Key insights into the campaigns performance
• Optimisation recommendations
• Regional requests
• Input into close-out reports

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementation, tracking, measurement and buying alignment of online marketing campaigns, on time and within budget - based on campaign strategy and KPI’s.

Qualifications

• Experienced cross-platform campaign management and implementation planning.
• Ability with speed and accuracy.

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Overview

• As a Creative Group Head specialising in Art Direction, you will assist in leading our passionate and multi-talented studio, guiding junior and midweight members to deliver exceptional, integrated concepts that exceed client briefs and expectations. You will embrace modern marketing principles and be a proactive self-starter who is not afraid to challenge the norm, embodying our philosophy of divine discontent.
• You are expected to be a craft-led, platform-neutral conceptual thinker, with a strong understanding of all major social platforms. Your goal is to transform brands by creating exceptional, intuitive, and human-centred products and experiences.
• You will be attuned to all aspects of South African popular culture and the platforms and media it engages with. You should have a strong point of view on what it takes to succeed in this space, backed by your experience. Immaculate art direction ability is paramount.
• You will work closely with the Creative Director and the creative team to develop and execute visual concepts for various projects. This role requires a keen eye for design, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Lead the development and execution of visual concepts for advertising campaigns, branding projects, and other creative initiatives.
• Conceptualising and optimising campaign creative for TTL campaigns keeping in mind media channels and retargeting objectives across verticals, such as SEM, display advertising, social media, affiliate marketing, content discovery platforms, and CRM etc.
• Mentor and guide junior creatives, designers and art directors, fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment.
• Be a champion for digital innovation on every project you touch.
• Collaborate with copywriters, designers, and other team members to ensure cohesive and compelling visual storytelling.
• Work with other disciplines (Strategists, Developers, Media, Accounts, etc.) to ensure cohesive team integration, and alignment with broader business objectives.
• Present creative concepts and design solutions to clients, articulating the strategic thinking behind the work.
• Ensure all visual materials align with brand guidelines and project objectives.
• Stay updated on industry trends, design techniques, and emerging technologies to bring fresh perspectives to the team.
• Lead brainstorms, conceptualisation as well as the craft, art direction and design of an idea.
• Stay attuned to all aspects of South African popular culture and the platforms and media it engages with, leveraging this knowledge to use cultural insights to create relevant and impactful work.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Participate in pitches for new business opportunities, contributing innovative ideas and concepts.
• Attend client briefings and workshops.
• Oversee the creative process from concept to final execution, ensuring consistency and excellence in all deliverables.
• Source inspirational material and references to push creativity and innovation within the team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design, Art Direction, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• 8 years+ of experience in an agency setting, a minimum of 2 years in a senior art direction role, preferably in an agency setting.
• Proven track record of leading successful creative projects and campaigns.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work and conceptual ATL and digital creative projects.
• Award shortlists and awards at local and international awards (i.e. Cannes, One Show, Loeries, Clios, Bookmarks etc.)
• A minimum of one gold award at a local or international award show.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate exceptional strategic and highly conceptual thinking.
• Good understanding of influencer, Mobile, Podcast, out-of-home, guerrilla, activations, and direct marketing.
• An in-depth understanding of new and existing digital platforms.
• Track record of leading the conceptualisation and execution of campaigns.
• Ability to work collaboratively and take constructive feedback.
• Exceptional problem solving and leadership skills.

SOFTWARE & TOOLS

Must have a working knowledge of the following tools:

• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe InDesign
• Keynote
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Adobe After Effects (advantageous)

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Overview

• As a Creative Group Head specialising in Copywriting, you will lead our passionate and multi-talented studio, guiding junior and midweight members to deliver exceptional, integrated concepts that exceed client briefs and expectations. You will embrace modern marketing principles and be a proactive self-starter who is not afraid to challenge the norm, embodying our philosophy of divine discontent.
• You are expected to be a craft-led, platform-neutral conceptual thinker, with a strong understanding of all major social platforms. Your goal is to transform brands by creating exceptional, intuitive, and human-centred content and experiences.
• You will be attuned to all aspects of South African popular culture and the platforms and media it engages with. You should have a strong point of view on what it takes to succeed in this space, backed by your experience. Immaculate copywriting ability is paramount.
• You will work closely with the Creative Director and the creative team to develop and execute compelling copy for various projects. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Lead the development and execution of copy for advertising campaigns, branding projects, and other creative initiatives.
• Mentor and guide junior and midweight copywriters, fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment.
• Collaborate with art directors, designers, and other team members to ensure cohesive and compelling storytelling.
• Conceptualising and optimising campaign creative for TTL campaigns keeping in mind media channels and retargeting objectives across verticals, such as SEM, display advertising, social media, affiliate marketing, content discovery platforms, and CRM etc.
• Be a champion for digital innovation on every project you touch.
• Work with other disciplines (Strategists, Developers, Media, Accounts, etc.) to ensure cohesive team integration, and alignment with broader business objectives.
• Present creative concepts and copy solutions to clients, articulating the strategic thinking behind the work.
• Ensure all copy aligns with brand guidelines and project objectives.
• Lead brainstorms, conceptualisation as well as the craft, copywriting and storytelling of an idea.
• Stay attuned to all aspects of South African popular culture and the platforms and media it engages with, leveraging this knowledge to use cultural insights to create relevant and impactful work.
• Stay updated on industry trends, writing techniques, and emerging technologies to bring fresh perspectives to the team.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Participate in pitches for new business opportunities, contributing innovative ideas and concepts.
• Attend client briefings and workshops.
• Oversee the creative process from concept to final execution, ensuring consistency and excellence in all deliverables.
• Source inspirational material and references to push creativity and innovation within the team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• 8 years+ of experience in an agency setting, a minimum of 2 years in a senior copywriting role, preferably in an agency setting.
• Proven track record of leading successful creative projects and campaigns.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of copywriting work and creative projects.
• Award shortlists and awards at local and international awards (i.e. Cannes, One Show, Loeries, Clios, Bookmarks etc.)
• A minimum of one gold award at a local or international award show.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate exceptional strategic and highly conceptual thinking.
• Good understanding of influencer, Mobile, Podcast, out-of-home, guerrilla, activations, and direct marketing.
• An in-depth understanding of new and existing digital platforms.
• Track record of leading the conceptualisation and execution of campaigns.
• Ability to work collaboratively and take constructive feedback.
• Exceptional problem solving and leadership skills.

SOFTWARE & TOOLS

Must have a working knowledge of the following tools:

• Microsoft Word
• Keynote
• Microsoft PowerPoint