AV Executive

We help brands make BOLD MOVES. Nowadays, brands want rapid, spectacular growth and they expect media to deliver it. Clients used to give us media briefs that said “deliver 80% awareness” or “give me an impactful Christmas campaign.” Now we hear:

• Take me from 4th to 1st in my category
• Help me grow 10% in a market declining 10%
• Make me the most loved brand in my industry

These are huge asks of media, that can’t be met through tweaking the media plan of two years ago. Decades of advertising research prove that without a big change, large brands stay large and small brands stay small. This is why Zenith helps brands make BOLD MOVES. Bold moves are big, brave changes to media strategy, delivering more impact for brands and more value for consumers. Bold moves are backed up with a solid forecast – they are a better path to growth. Bold moves build a partnership – we believe in this approach so much we link our growth to your success. Bold Moves bring bigger ROI. This approach works for our clients, our people and consumers – it’s why we are recognised as the UK’s best media agency.

At Zenith UK, we believe that fostering an inclusive culture where all talent can thrive makes our company stronger. It enables a greater idea exchange, which fosters innovation and creativity, and enriches our perspective. We are committed to Publicis Groupe’s wide variety of talent engagement and inclusion programming, and encourage our people to take an active role in continuing to drive positive change within our agency.

We are hiring an AV Executive to join our collaborative Publicis Media team, helping shape how brands connect with audiences across TV, video and cinema. This is a brilliant opportunity to build your career in media, working on campaigns from initial planning through to delivery and performance review. You’ll play an active role in driving impactful advertising, learning from experienced teammates and contributing fresh perspectives. If you’re curious, detail-focused and motivated to grow, this role offers a strong foundation to develop your career.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of AV campaigns across TV, BVOD, cinema and streaming platforms
• Assist in buying advertising space and contributing to high-quality campaign delivery
• Build relationships with media owners to secure strong placements and value for clients
• Manage campaign administration from approval through to reconciliation with accuracy
• Produce clear post-campaign analysis to highlight performance and learning
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet KPIs, client expectations and audit requirements
• Stay informed on AV industry developments and share insights with the wider team

Qualifications

• Strong interest in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data handling and analysis
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• Collaborative mindset with a supportive, team-oriented approach
• Reliable organisation skills and the ability to manage deadlines effectively
• Curiosity and openness to learning new tools, processes and ways of working
• Interest in media, advertising and understanding audience behaviour

Employees joining The Pack, an early careers programme that connects, supports and develops you to kick-start your career with us, initially start with an annual salary of £28,860. Zenith UK offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave.

At Zenith UK, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs - for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition - please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application. Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change - building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included.