Who we are
If you’re looking to make a difference in the marketing industry, DeVries Global Singapore is where you should be. We are not your typical agency; known for pioneering industry-first innovations in APAC, DeVries Global is an award-winning leading communications agency with an Asian lens.
Why you would love us
Our culture is dynamic, collaborative and progressive. We are early adopters of innovative solutions to stay ahead of the curve and conduct annual creative incubator competitions where employees develop innovative and creative ideas for clients and the industry.
We pride ourselves in fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The agency recognizes that a diverse workforce enriches creativity and innovation and promotes a more comprehensive understanding of the world. DeVries actively encourages employees from different backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, and abilities to bring their unique perspectives to the table, creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard and valued.
Alongside its commitment to DEI, DeVries also places great importance on mental wellness. We offer various benefits and programmes prioritising mental health, such as employee assistance programs, flexible working arrangements, and day offs for mental wellness activities.
Our comprehensive benefits
- Wellness benefits: headspace subscription, wellness fund, therapy access
- Birthday leave
- Comprehensive coverage for your well-being: medical, life, personal, critical illness, dental
- Annual away day
- Phone coverage
- Mental wellness allowance
- Mental health days off
Who we are looking for
We are seeking an Associate to join our dynamic team in Singapore. This role will serve as integral support across multiple account teams covering Singapore and Thailand market. In this role, you will learn from our marketing communication specialists, digital experts on modern digital marketing and how PR is at the heart of our clients’ brand socialisation and businesses. You will also be involved in the agency’s innovations and marketing initiatives, such as the Gen Z/ Consumer Incubator and social media storytelling.
We’re looking for a driven, detail-oriented and creative self-starter with a passion for marketing communications in the consumer lifestyle space.
Responsibilities
• Support the development of innovative digital communications strategies and public relation plans for clients, including:
o Identification of relevant media platforms
o Crafting of compelling narratives
o Demonstration of understanding on the digital landscape: social media platforms etc.
o Demonstration of knowledge on the media/influencer landscape
• Identify and build relationships with key media and influencers. Proactively consume relevant media sources to stay updated and in the know with industry trends and happenings
• Actively pitch to appropriate media and influencers about client news to secure media placements, with due diligence on media research and interesting pitch angles
• Monitor and analyse traditional and digital outlets for coverage of client news, competitor and industry developments
• Able to independently implement small-scale campaigns and conduct influencer outreach for relevant campaigns
• Support material development, event logistics, and other related tasks (content briefs, pitch notes, press materials) with attention to detail and minimal factual error
• Begin building client relationships
• Support agency leadership opportunities and assist with new business opportunities, as required
Requirements
• Prior internships/employment in a PR/marketing agency or similar environment preferred
• Strong command of English and Thai with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills to be able to communicate key messages in a concise manner
• Good understanding of local and Thai media/influencers and digital landscape
• Good understanding of relevant trends and happenings to be able to contribute significantly in brainstorms and development of plans
• Ability to assess and interpret information to develop compelling storylines for visual and written materials
• Strong attention to detail
• A fearless attitude!
