Sales Assistant, Ad Sales [Remote]

<p> Who We Are…<br /> <br /> When we say, ''the stuff dreams are made of,'' we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next…<br /> <br /> From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.<br /> <br /> We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.<br /> <br /> To see what it's like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!<br /> <br /> Your New Role...<br /> <br /> CNN International is seeking a Sales Assistant to support the execution and delivery of cross-platform advertising campaigns across its international commercial platforms. This role plays an important part in ensuring campaigns are delivered accurately, efficiently, and successfully from booking through to reporting.<br /> <br /> The Sales Assistant will provide support to Sales Planners, Managers, and Directors within the CNN International Commercial sales team, helping to ensure smooth campaign delivery and effective account administration.<br /> <br /> Ready to contribute to the delivery of global advertising campaigns while building your career in international media? We'd love to hear from you.<br /> <br /> Your Role Accountabilities...<br /> • Coordinate and book cross-platform campaigns, ensuring timely activation and accurate scheduling.<br /> • Monitor campaign delivery, proactively identifying and resolving issues such as missing creative assets or sponsorship scheduling.<br /> • Track revenue and campaign status to support accurate forecasting and reporting.<br /> • Prepare pre-, mid-, and post-campaign reports providing clear performance insights.<br /> • Support new business setup, including processing contracts and invoices.<br /> • Maintain organised and up-to-date records of bookings, creative assets, client deliverables, and payment statuses.<br /> • Provide ongoing administrative account support to ensure smooth and efficient campaign execution.<br /> <br /> Qualifications & Experience...<br /> • Previous experience in a similar account support or campaign coordination role, with exposure to managing bookings, deliverables, and reporting.<br /> • Confidence in building and maintaining effective relationships with clients, agencies, and internal stakeholders, combined with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.<br /> • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to track performance data and produce clear campaign reports.<br /> • Interest in media, current affairs, and working in an international environment, with a motivated and positive approach to learning and progression.<br /> <br /> #S&D<br /> <br /> Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.<br /> <br /> Championing Inclusion at WBD<br /> Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.<br /> <br /> If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.<br /> <p id='jobcode'>Jobcode: Reference SBJ-xko6yj-104-22-1-64-42 in your application.</p> </p>

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