Laura Ballance Media Group (LBMG), a full service, integrated public relations and advertising agency based in Vancouver, has immediate openings for several key media and public relations positions as we look to grow our multi-faceted team.

Our firm is well known for working with many of Vancouver and Canada’s most dynamic events, and organizations - including Disney on Ice, Monster Jam, the Pacific National Exhibition; the Squamish Valley Music Festival and the Vancouver International Auto Show among others.

Reporting to the Account Manager, the Ad. intern position will be filled by high-energy and driven individuals who must have the ability to manage multiple tasks relating to a variety of client projects and meet deliverables in a dynamic, and ever-changing environment.

No two days are the same at LBMG – our staff do not work a standard 9-5 work week – so flexibility is a must, as is the ability to travel to event sites.

Core Responsibilities:

• Assist and provide support to coordinators and manager
• Assist with on-site media activations, including the set up of live remotes and street teams at events (some weekends)
• Assist with reviewing media buy proposals
• Assist with the building of blocking charts, ticket spreadsheets, and promotion summaries
• Assist with the liaison, organization and management of creative for advertising
• Assist with the assembling of final “Wrap” reports and binders for various projects
• Track elements that run throughout advertising and promotions campaigns
• Various administrative tasks as required

Qualifications:

• Excellent computer skills, including some or all of: Mac OS platform, Internet, database, Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Working towards a University degree or diploma in Media or Marketing
• Demonstrated experience with social media tools
• Working knowledge of media landscape in Canada
• Demonstrated interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Excellent English skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines when faced with multiple requests for action from a variety of sources
• Great people skills, on telephone and in person
• Ability to work flexible hours, and on certain weekends
• Minimum class 5 driver’s license