S4 Fellowship | Digital Media, Content, and Technology Rotational Program

Program OverviewThe S4 Fellowship Program stands as a pivotal pillar of S4's unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). This comprehensive two-year program offers a rotational immersion experiences designed for outstanding graduates from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and other Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs), who are in the early stages of their careers. At our core, we offer rewarding, hands-on, career-building experiences to our Fellows, granting them the unique opportunity to collaborate directly with industry-leading executives, managers, and colleagues from diverse teams across the entire Monks organization.About the RoleAs an S4 Fellow, you will have the chance to explore the different career paths available within the digital marketing and advertising industry. Through the rotations and other learning activities, Fellows will be able to identify their areas of interest and strengths and make informed decisions about their professional journeys within the industry. We are looking for someone who is passionate about seeking new opportunities to create impactful work.Fellowship Program Overall Responsibilities• Participate in the required program curriculum, which includes individual and group projects, professional development training, and skill enhancement.• Work with leading executives, managers, and colleagues from various teams across the organization, gaining hands-on experience in advertising and marketing services.• Collaborate with other Fellows and team members on projects and tasks.• Adhere to Monks' company policies and regulations while maintaining accurate records of activities and progress.• Deliver high-quality work that exceeds expectations, being a positive and productive member of the organization's community.• Act professionally and represent the organization with integrity, striving for excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of work.Rotation Assignment Key Responsibilities:A Fellow's duties will revolve around the guidelines or tasks set by rotation managers as they assist with various projects. Depending on your assigned team, the following list provides an idea of the tasks that may potentially be included, but are not limited to:• Provide assistance to teams/departments working across various client industries, including tech companies, consumer technology, social impact, wellness, and influencer marketing.• Learn how to build and develop media relationships through personalized pitching efforts to key stakeholders in order to develop your personal network.• Source and curate relevant publisher and influencer lists that can be used for future activations and storytelling opportunities.• Keeping a record of inventory of digital assets, attending weekly calls + taking notes, and doing ad hoc tasks as needed.• Assist teams with building marketing, including periodically updating reports with new data and the creation of dashboards with data visualizations.• Market research, including but not limited to assessing similar organizations and reviewing various data sources to identify trends and opportunities.• Attend regular virtual brainstorms in order to develop innovative ways to create ownable media and digital moments for clients and garner editor attention.• Participate in specific training sessions on topics such as pitch crafting, influencer marketing, public speaking, etc.• Contribute to the drafting and writing of client materials and communications.• Providing support to teams by managing projects and sourcing resources.Other duties may be assigned based on business & department needs.Annual Recruitment Timeline• End of August-September | Applications Go Live• October-November | First & Second Round Interviews• December | Offer Letters Sent Out• January | Fellowship Program Begins!About YouThe Essentials:• At least 18 years of age at the time of application, based in and authorized to work in the U.S. is required.• Recent graduates from a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or another Minority-Serving Institution (MSI), who have earned a Bachelor's or Master's degree within the past 12 months or have no more than two years of post-graduation experience as of the program start date.• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Marketing/Advertising, Communications, Journalism, PR, Digital Media & Technology, Data Analytics, Information Technology, Graphic & UX Design, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related creative or technology field.• Previous internship/freelance experience in industry-related roles or at least 1+ years of general work experience is preferred.• Capable of providing confidential support to clients with sensitive information.• Ability to commit to the full duration of the program and to be placed on various teams across the organization based on business needs.• Thrive in collaborative team environments on diverse projects as well as the ability to self-direct and work independently, as needed.• Flexibility to manage multiple projects and adapt throughout the rotational structure of this program.• Strong written and oral communication skills, along with being an effective listener.Bonus Characteristics:• Curiosity and a profound interest in exploring various creative career paths within the Advertising and Technology Industry.• Proven record of academic, professional, and/or leadership achievements.• Commitment to personal growth and continuous learning.• Proactive and eager to grow in a fast-paced, dynamic, and creative environment.• Enthusiasm to problem solve, brainstorm ideas, and turn them into successful outcomes.• Proficiency in Google Suite.• Familiarity with graphic design, social media marketing, or video editing software.At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission.#LI-Remote #LI-SS3What We OfferBenefits• Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-paid HRA• Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays• 401k with company contribution• Paid parental leave• Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being• Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Media.Monks network• A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more!• Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. (Why Sir Martin Sorrell signed The Climate Pledge here!)Media.Monks has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Media.Monks may pay for the position at the time of posting. Media.Monks may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on job-related factors, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.Salary Range$70,000-$70,000 USDAbout MonksMonks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands and businesses interact with the world. Its integration of systems and workflows delivers unfettered content production, scaled experiences, enterprise-grade technology and data science fueled by AI-managed by the industry's best and most diverse digital talent-to help the world's trailblazing companies outmaneuver and outpace their competition.Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services. It has remained a constant presence on Adweek's Fastest Growing lists (2019-23), ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-23) and is the only partner to have been placed in AdExchanger's Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). In addition to being named Adweek's first AI Agency of the Year (2023), Monks has been recognized by Business Intelligence in its 2024 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Awards program in three categories: the Individual category, Organizational Winner in AI Strategic Planning and AI Product for its service Monks.Flow. Monks has also garnered the title of Webby Production Company of the Year (2021-24), won a record number of FWAs and has earned a spot on Newsweek's Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces 2023.We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents-and resonates with-the world around us.While we continue to grow our teams, please be mindful of fraudulent job postings and recruiting activities that may use our company name and information. Please be mindful to protect your personal information, especially your national identification number, and bank account information during a recruiting process. While Monks may reach out to potential candidates via LinkedIn, we will always ask applicants to apply through our website (https://monks.com/careers) and will never ask for payment or bank account information during the recruitment process.