Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Ad Operations Intern to join our advertising team. This internship will provide hands-on experience in managing and optimizing ad campaigns, giving you insight into the inner workings of digital advertising operations and technology:Key responsibilities:

• Focuses on day-to-day training
• Campaign Setup & Trafficking: Assist in setting up and trafficking ad campaigns across various platforms, including display, video, social, and programmatic channels.
• Ad Tag Implementation: Learn to implement and troubleshoot ad tags, pixels, and tracking codes to ensure accurate campaign tracking and performance measurement.
• Ad Quality Control & Troubleshooting: Monitor and ensure the quality and functionality of live ads, troubleshooting any issues related to delivery, creative errors, or tag problems.
• Inventory Management & Optimization: Support the optimization of ad placements, delivery schedules, and inventory to ensure campaigns reach their target audience effectively.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track campaign performance metrics such as impressions, clicks, conversions, and viewability. Assist in creating and analyzing performance reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Platform & Tool Familiarization: Gain exposure to various ad serving platforms (such as Google Ad Manager, DV360, or Sizmek) and analytics tools used in campaign management and performance tracking.
• Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support: Work closely with sales, account management, creative, and analytics teams to ensure campaigns are set up correctly and meet client goals and objectives.
• Industry Trends & Best Practices: Stay informed on industry trends, ad operations best practices, and emerging technologies to contribute fresh ideas to the ad operations process.
• Ask questions, ask for help.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric Certificate
• South African ID
• Computer Skills

The successful candidate will be trained on the fundamentals of ad operations, including ad trafficking, campaign setup, and performance monitoring across various platforms. They will also gain experience with ad-serving technologies, troubleshooting common issues, and optimizing campaigns for maximum effectiveness and delivery.Work with us:Its an opportunity to produce career-defining work. Along the way, youll team up with inspiring colleagues and encounter a richness of clients, cultures and experiences. We offer exciting challenges, memorable experiences and opportunities to shape your future.Inclusion and Diversity:Were proud to be different and that starts with our people. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We wont define people by their race, gender, sexual-orientation, age or disability. Individuality is what makes us great, we want everyone to bring their full self to work and create something amazing. Thats what we care about. So, whether youre joining us, or looking to move to a different part of the business, we work hard to make sure we create equal opportunities for everyone.Location: Cape Town & JohannesburgContract Type: Internship Fixed Term ContractClosing date: 18 October 2024Location: Cape TownBrand: AmplifiTime Type: Full timeContract Type: Student/Intern (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term)

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