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AV Media Assistant - 12 Month FTC

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Sky

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Media & Journalism
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You should be ambitious to learn, a self-motivator, organized, have strong communication skills, and able to work well in a team under pressure.
  • You will set up and monitor TV & VoD campaigns, build relationships with internal and external teams, meet deadlines, and upsell Sky Media's offerings.

Requirements

  • Ambition: A want to learn about Sky Media and the advertising industry
  • Self-motivator: Ability to work on your own initiative, whilst supported by a media sales team
  • Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortable working with people at all levels
  • Organised: Attention to detail and well organised with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in often changing surroundings
  • Teamwork: Ability to work with others to champion great ideas that benefit Sky Media as a business and team

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the accurate and timely set-up, monitoring and delivery of TV & VoD campaigns across Sky's portfolio of channels in the Irish market to deliver agreed deals.
  • Develop and build relationships with departments internally across both Ireland and the UK and externally across key agency contacts.
  • Work to both short / long-term deadlines to offer solutions to requests quickly and efficiently.
  • Gain knowledge of Sky Media's total AV sales offering and upsell premium sports and entertainment to external clients when appropriate.
  • Gain an understanding of systems specific to the media industry and Sky Media
  • Gain awareness and knowledge of the media advertising market

FAQs

Is this position a permanent role?

No, this is a 12-month fixed-term contract position.

What will be my primary responsibilities as an AV Media Assistant?

Your primary responsibilities will include assisting with the set-up, monitoring, and delivery of TV & VoD campaigns, developing relationships with internal and external contacts, and supporting the sales executive and manager.

What kind of experience do I need for this role?

You should have a willingness to learn about Sky Media and the advertising industry, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work under pressure while being well organized.

Where is the office located for this position?

The office is based in Dublin, on Burlington Road, which is within walking distance from central Dublin.

What kind of rewards can I expect working at Sky?

You can expect a range of rewards, including free Sky Now TV, a generous pension package, private healthcare, and discounts at selected retailers.

Is there room for career growth in this role?

Yes, you will gain knowledge of the media advertising market and opportunities to upsell premium sports and entertainment, which can contribute to your career growth.

What is the work culture like at Sky?

The work culture at Sky is inclusive and supportive, focused on collaboration and personal development, promoting a diverse work environment.

Will I receive any support during the recruitment process?

Yes, if you need any adjustments during the application process, you can speak to the recruitment team for assistance.

Are there provisions for employees with disabilities?

Yes, we ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process and perform essential job functions.

What should I expect after submitting my application?

If your application is successful, you will be asked to complete a criminal record check, and based on its nature, it may affect the job offer.

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Industry
10,001+
Employees
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Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

With 24 million customers across six countries, Sky is Europe’s leading media and entertainment company and is proud to be part of the Comcast group. Our 32,000 employees help connect our customers to the very best entertainment, sports, news, arts and to our own local, original content. Following the success of Sky originals like Chernobyl, we plan to double our investment in original content by 2024. We’re also developing a new TV and movie studio, Sky Studios Elstree, which is expected to lead to the creation of over 2,000 new jobs and generate an additional £3 billion of production investment in UK creative sector in the first five years alone. Our technology allows Sky customers to watch what they want, when they want, how they want and connects millions of people to content they love. And our online streaming service, NOW, brings viewers all the enjoyment of Sky with the flexibility of a contract-free service. We also believe that a company of our scale has a responsibility that goes beyond our business, and into the community. We recently announced a series of commitments to help tackle racial injustice and improve diversity and inclusion. To ensure the commitments are delivered, Sky will invest £10million per year across its markets for each of the next three years. We’re committed to being Europe’s first net zero carbon entertainment company by 2030 – two decades before we have to – and we’re an inclusive employer recognised by The Times and Stonewall for our commitment to diversity.