Junior Designer

Company description

With a history that dates back over 80 years, Starcom is a global communications planning and media leader. We are an agency still grounded in our founding principle that people are at the centre of all we do. Each day, we apply this belief to harness the transformative power of data and technology to inspire and move people and business forward. With more than 7,000 employees in over 100 offices around the world, we are the flagship Publicis Media agency that uses our ‘Power of One’ business model, with teams that span multiple disciplines across clients such as Aldi, P&G, P&O Ferries, Primark, Samsung, Stellantis, and Visa.

We place a huge focus on our People and have driven flagship D&I and L&D programmes within Publicis Media; our goal is to help every individual reach their fullest potential and we encourage everyone to make “Brave Plays” in how they approach their work and their own career development. As a result, we have an exceptionally energised and committed talent base, all of us proud of our welcoming and supportive culture, as evidenced by our recognition as one of Campaign’s Best Places to Work for three years in a row (2021, 2022 and 2023) and most excitingly, Media Week's Agency of the Year 2023!

Overview

Join the innovative DOT team at Publicis Media, where creativity meets technology to craft award-winning, dynamic advertisements for a diverse clientele. As part of our rapidly expanding in-house studio, you'll collaborate with talented designers and skilled account professionals to deliver cutting-edge dynamic creative solutions across Display, OOH, Social, and Video channels. Our partnership with ad tech experts ensures our campaigns for prestigious brands are unparalleled in their reach and effectiveness. With year-on-year growth exceeding 70%, we're seeking a versatile and experienced individual to help us continue transforming the advertising landscape. Embrace this opportunity to work at the forefront of creative technology and drive impactful, personalised marketing strategies across the Publicis Groupe

Responsibilities

We’re seeking a Junior Designer to join us in crafting exceptional digital ads that elevate our clients' campaigns across a variety of platforms. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with a team of diverse designers, gaining hands-on experience from initial concept development to final production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop innovative digital creatives
• Assist in the production and maintenance of digital banners
• Utilize multiple ad building platforms to create dynamic solutions
• Collaborate with Media Planning and Buying teams for seamless strategy integration
• Participate in meetings to discuss projects, timelines, and future opportunities
• Follow project management processes to deliver top-quality work on time
• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and fresh ideas to help the team excel

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Natural attention to detail & ability to identify and resolve issues
• A passion for advertising and an interest in new ad tech and innovation
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and to be effective under pressure
• Standout portfolio showcasing examples of ads/campaigns

Additional information

Starcom has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer;

• WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year.
• REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care.
• HELP@HAND BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.
• FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
• FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
• GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us!

Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week.

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).