Media Assistant Job Description

The Media Assistant Job Description is a comprehensive list of typical job duties and expectations. It covers the most basic and essential functions that a Media Assistant will be responsible for once hired, as well as the experience or skills they’ll need to excel in this position.

About the Media Assistant Position

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Media Assistant to join our team of media professionals at [company name]. In the Media Assistant role, you’ll help through all parts of a media campaign, from beginning to end. 

Since this job requires a lot of data-tracking and media management, the right person for this role will be detail-oriented and have excellent organizational skills. 

Media Assistant Responsibilities

  • Assist in media planning and scheduling advertisements for a variety of campaigns
  • Monitor campaign performance, making adjustments as suggested by the media team
  • Prepare reports for media professionals and upper management on campaign performance
  • Conduct market research to collect data
  • Maintain an organized database of media assets, including both images and videos
  • Process campaign payments, paying close attention to budgets for each campaign and overall
  • Build and maintain relationships with media vendors
  • Prepare and distribute media materials to various contacts
  • Work alongside other teams to create engaging content across social media, email, and other platforms
  • Provide other administrative support to media professionals as requested

Media Assistant Requirements

  • [2+] years experience as a Media Assistant or in a similar role, such as media planning or media buying
  • BA/BS in marketing, communications, advertising, or a similar field
  • Familiarity with a variety of media tools and software, including: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, media analytics tools, and social media management tools
  • Excellent organizational skills with an eye for detail
  • Strong communication skills
  • Superb data and analytical skills
  • Must be able to meet deadlines while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to work well both as part of a team and independently with little supervision

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a good Media Assistant?

A good Media Assistant is able to stay organized and on the ball even in the fast-paced world of media! Whether scheduling campaigns, tracking data and analytics, or assisting with other administrative tasks, a Media Assistant is always willing to lend a hand to meet deadlines.

Who does a Media Assistant report to?

A Media Assistant reports to a media manager.

What is the salary range for a Media Assistant?

The salary range for a Media Assistant is $30,000 to $60,000.

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