Media Intern

We are looking for a Media Intern to join our team for 10 weeks this summer (June 3rd to August 8th). In this role, the intern will learn about strategic and creative media planning through data and culture-driven insights for our clients. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, proactive and has a can-do attitude. As a Media Intern, you’ll get practical, first-hand experience in media from planning to buying and executing across all media channels (Linear, OTT, OLV, Digital, Audio, Social, OOH, etc). You’ll get exposure to clients that sit on the Forbes 500 list and will be able to liaise with them directly. This role reports to the media strategist but will provide exposure to the inner workings of a media team for an AOR client. 

As a Giant Spoon intern, you will be welcome to join any town halls, weekly updates, lunches and happy hours during the summer. As part of the program, we will also be offering a series of workshops and Q&As with craft leads to gain insights into the day to day of neighboring departments.

This team is based in the Los Angeles office and works in a hybrid fashion with in-office work on Tuesdays. We’d love to see you in person in LA!

Responsibilities

• Assist with media planning and buying across display, video, social, and offline channels
• Participate in media platform and tools trainings, from research to campaign setup to data analysis
• Learn how to manage day-to-day communication with key partners: media publishers, vendors, partner agencies, clients, strategic partners, etc. 
• Shadow and assist with interagency media processes, working with measurement & analytics, finance & billing, strategy, and account & project management teams
• Help consult on creative messaging and programming, when applicable - from video to podcasts to editorial content
• Communicate with vendors to ensure assets are trafficked & launch on time
• Support data and reporting on media performance, making strategic recommendations, proposing optimizations, and compiling delivery metrics for client reports  
• Conduct desk research, monitoring industry news and trend reports, looking for applications to paid media, and appropriately apply that knowledge for newsletters, client POVs, and media strategy
• Help create post-launch presentations including screenshots, links, and placement information to demonstrate proof of execution for clients
• Create a Spoonshot project (a mini-presentation on a relevant topic) in collaboration with other interns that will be presented internally at Giant Spoon

Requirements

• Pursuing a career in marketing, advertising, media, or related field
• Strong interest in integrated media strategy and how an agency works with client partners 
• Inherent desire to learn more of the trends shaping consumer behavior 
• Active user of social platforms and various digital media 
• Highly organized and detail oriented with ability to manage priorities and deadlines
• Strong teamwork and communication skills 
• Passionate about the details 
• Digitally connected, passionate about technology and innovation with an insatiable curiosity for how it applies to our industry
• Foundations in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience working with Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Slides, Sheets) a plus

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $18.00-20.00. The rate is determined based on a wide range of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, job duties, and geographic location.