Paid Social Specialists

Overview Paid Social Specialists (Junior, Mid, Senior) London, Manchester, hybrid This position sits in our Creative & Media craft. We combine data, technology, creative content, and paid media to crack brands’ business problems & drive revenue through innovative digital marketing solutions. We plan, create and execute a variety of world class campaigns, from culture lead, social first content to award-winning integrated creative campaigns that have been built from data lead strategies and insights. Our clients include Just Eat Takeaway, Victoria's Secret, TikTok, The White Company, Meta, Pepsico, EasyJet and many more. JOB PURPOSE Here at DEPT, we are proud of the award winning, creative campaigns and content that we produce for a range of exciting and well known brands and we believe that our Media Team is pivotal in the success of those campaigns. Our Media Team is made up of both paid and organic media specialists and we are looking for a new Paid Social Specialists to join the team to service an exciting new client. Using data & insights, the Media Planner will develop solid paid media strategies and plans across a range of biddable channels, including TikTok, Meta, Snapchat, X, YouTube, Reddit, Pinterest & more. The Media Planner will work closely with other departments, such as Creative, Tech and Production to ensure we continue to create award winning content KEY RESPONSIBILITIES You will: Plan, buy and optimise paid social media activity Respond to client (internal and external) briefs Report on activity on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis Develop paid media strategies and create key tactical plans to deliver on them Deliver media plans to the highest possible standard Optimise existing paid social media deliverables Ensure delivery of work is to the highest possible standard Ensure constant innovation across all deliverables Contribute to our creative process by sharing your ideas and experience Manage budgets for paid media deliverables Present work internally and externally Complete work to deadlines SKILLS AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential Relevant experience within a paid media based role Strong understanding of digital paid media, particularly paid social media Advanced proficiency with Ads across a number of social media platforms including but not limited to; TikTok, Meta, Snapchat, and YouTube. Familiarity with Google Ads and Pinterest is advantageous. Experience with brand and performance campaigns Intermediate or higher proficiency in the use of Excel/Sheets and familiarity with Word/Docs and PowerPoint/Slides An inquisitive and numeric mindset Advanced written and verbal communication skills Excellent time management and organisational skills with a high attention to detail Strong presentation skills Ability to react quickly within a fast-paced environment WE OFFER A flexible, hybrid working policy The choice of medical healthcare providers (Bupa or Medicash) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off each year Company pension scheme EAP scheme Ride to work scheme Enhanced family friendly policies Buddy Program: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks at DEPT. A reputation for doing good. DEPT has been a Certified B Corp since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications. Global annual DEPT Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities. WHO ARE WE? We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world. DEPT is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified. DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION At DEPT, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here. #J-18808-Ljbffr