Main duties of the role:
MEC are searching for a recent graduate who can make an immediate contribution to our team. The role will include:
- planning and buying of media on behalf of a range of clients
- analysis of schedules
- ensuring that TV campaigns deliver agreed objectives
- ensuring that campaigns deliver agreed objectives
- developing a relationship with media industry contacts
Who we are looking for…
MEC are looking for candidates that are consistent with our core behaviours. This means they are brave, respectful, insatiable and dynamic in everything that they strive to deliver.
To be a graduate trainee at MEC you need to show:
- a real passion for media in all its guises
- a willingness to get stuck in and work collaboratively
- excellent attention to detail
- work well under tight deadlines
- an ambition to provide the best possible service to your clients
- initiative
Key Skills
In order to deliver on the above, MEC would require the graduate trainee to:
- be outgoing and personable
- be confident in presentations
- competent in maths
- have excellent written communication skills
- be self-motivated
- thrive working as part of a hard-working team
Desired Experience
No previous experience is required. This is a fantastic opportunity to embark on an exciting career with one of the most successful media agencies in the UK.
If you are looking to work on a range of exciting local, national and international brands, then this could be the job for you!
About MEC
MEC Manchester are one of the largest media independents in Manchester. We have been trading for over 25 years and have a strong, enthusiastic team of over 70 people, dedicated to providing best in class service for our clients.
We specialise in strategic planning and buying of advertising space across all media – TV, VOD, Cinema, Radio, Press, Outdoor, Magazines, Online display, PPC and SEO.
Our extensive client roster includes the likes of BBC, Activision, Vimto, Dr Oetker, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Onken.
Salary
To be discussed.
How to apply for the role of Graduate Trainee
Please email [email protected] with your CV and a covering letter expressing your interest in the role.
Please call 0161 930 9000 to speak to Lucy for further information.
Interview Process
The typical interview process involves the review of the CV’s and covering letter, then if successful you will be invited to join a selection day/interview.
Start date
The right candidate could join the team immediately.






