About the role#
Nelson Schmidt Inc. is seeking a Media Intern to join the team in Milwaukee. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across various stages of the advertising process, including research, campaign management, and reporting.
What you'll do#
- Assist the media team in researching and developing media strategies for clients across diverse industries.
- Support the launch and management of media campaigns across owned digital platforms and traditional media placements.
- Participate in reporting efforts by pulling data from platforms and maintaining analytics dashboards.
- Maintain internal documents related to media planning, execution, and optimization.
- Participate in internal team meetings.
- Gain experience with platforms including Google Ads, Meta Ads, and Google Analytics.
What you'll need#
- Current Junior or Senior standing in a college program majoring in advertising, communications, marketing, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- An interest in exploring all areas of media, including digital and traditional channels.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Location & details#
- Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Part-time, minimum of 15 to 20 hours per week.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Equipment: An agency-provided computer is included.
About Nelson Schmidt Inc.
Nelson Schmidt Inc. is a full-service marketing communications agency. Founded in 1971, the firm operates out of Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin. It serves global brands across various sectors, including healthcare and manufacturing. The agency employs between 51 and 200 people.
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