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and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to
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At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what
elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each
other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core
values:
- Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational
Creativity.
- Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by
Cultivating Trust.
- Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the
Enterprise.
EssenceMediacom is a new breed of media agency. Grounded in analytics & insights
and powered by data & technology, we believe in the power of media and creative
to drive breakthroughs for the world’s best brands. We help clients understand
the modern marketing paradox and discover the breakthroughs brands need to win
with their consumers. We are designed for the new communications economy — built
on data & technology, built for people & algorithms, built around diverse
schools of thought, built to test & learn at scale, and, crucially, built to
evolve.
Job Title: Associate Account Manager – Universal Pictures Group
For a century, Universal Pictures has been known for its diverse slate of films
including Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park and The Fast and Furious franchise as well
as for its critically acclaimed fan favorites Get Out, Oppenheimer and Promising
Young Woman. Be part of the studio’s 2025 blockbuster release slate with
Jurassic World Rebirth, M3GAN 2.0, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Wicked: For
Good to name just a few.
The Role:
The Associate Account Manager is responsible for developing and executing paid
media strategies across video, search, and social platforms. This role will play
a key part in the larger media team, contributing to strategy, planning, and
campaign performance optimisation. The Associate Account Manager will act as a
key liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring client goals are met
while fostering strong relationships.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage paid media campaigns across platforms (e.g. Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, X,
Reddit, Google)
- Develop and execute strategic video, search, and social plans that align with
client objectives
- Define campaign strategies and deliverables that exceed client expectations
- Present campaign strategies and gain client approval on tactics
- Monitor, analyse, and optimise campaign performance to ensure delivery
against KPIs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute integrated
media plans.
- Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring expectations and
communications are managed effectively
- Build expertise in social and search marketing, establishing a reputation for
innovation and efficiency
- Stay current on industry trends, digital marketing developments, and consumer
behaviour to recommend improvements to the client
- Contribute to the creation of POVs, best practices, and process documentation
to support team operations
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Support Digital Planning/Buying team with planning, reporting, analysis
documents and client deliverables
Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with paid social and/or search/video
platforms
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in marketing, communications, or a related
field
- Demonstrated experience managing large-scale campaigns for major clients
- Experience with ad tech and analytics platforms such as Google Analytics,
Adobe Analytics, and bid management tools (e.g. DV360, The Trade Desk)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, especially
Excel/Sheets and PowerPoint/Slides
- Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset
- Current Social/Search certifications across key platforms are a big asset
- French language skills are an asset
Qualities:
- Passion for social media and a drive to stay ahead of the curve
- Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, client-centric agency environment
- Proactive problem-solver with excellent organizational and multitasking
skills
- Strong agility and time management—able to pivot quickly and effectively
across tight timelines and concurrent projects
- Experience managing or mentoring coordinators, with a focus on developing
their skills and supporting their professional growth
- Genuine interest in the entertainment industry—being an avid movie-goer is a
plus!
Life at WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our
employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to
employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees
can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow
their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We
have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events
showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and
milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement
plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential
partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all
positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are
committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong
and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity,
collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with
teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or
flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview
process.
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