Last week marked Ella Spieler completing her 9-month Placement at Fantastic Media, and what a 9 months it’s been! Before she hurls back into the late rises of student life, Ella felt it was only right for her to take some time to reflect on her time at Fantastic Media and what better way to divide it up into the agency motto ‘People, Results, Value’!
People
Fantastic Media is such a rewarding place to work. From the moment I joined, everyone was so friendly, welcoming, and made me feel part of the Fantastic family. Everyone’s willingness to share their knowledge, expertise and marketing tips and tricks has been invaluable and I have formed long-lasting relationships with my colleagues. Whether it’s brainstorming ideas, troubleshooting a problem, or working on the latest campaign, there’s always a sense of camaraderie and support in the office. Plus, it helps that there is either a furry friend, box of doughnuts or a competition of some sort taking place!
Results
Among the many exciting projects I had the opportunity to work on during my time at Fantastic Media, one stands out as my favourite – zofa. Witnessing the entire timeline of events, from the initial ideas for this new brand to their first sale on the website was really rewarding. I was able to get involved in building their brand, managing their social media accounts, crafting website copy, and even attending and organising product photoshoot. It reinforced the importance of collaboration, creativity, and attention to detail in achieving exceptional results.
Working in an integrated marketing agency with such a diverse range of clients has taught me so much. With the support of my colleagues, the organisation tools and platforms employed by the company, I was able to navigate this successfully. I learnt how to manage my time effectively and ensure that each client received the attention they deserved. These are skills that will never leave me.
Value
Working alongside professionals who are experts in their respective fields has been a tremendous learning experience. From copywriting to blog optimisation and web development to PPC, I have gained a well-rounded understanding of various marketing aspects. Moreover, the opportunity to work directly with clients has sharpened my communication skills and emphasised the importance of delivering results on time and meeting their expectations. These skills and experiences will undoubtedly shape my future career in marketing.
My placement at Fantastic Media has solidified my passion for marketing and affirmed my desire to pursue it as a long-term career. Whilst I may not have concrete plans just yet, my next step is to complete my Business Management and Marketing degree at the University of Leeds.
Thank you again to the team! I am grateful to have been given this opportunity and look forward to crossing paths with Fantastic again.
A Note from the Team
Ella joined us back in September as a bubbly, energetic and capable student looking to start making her mark in the marketing world. We knew she was Fantastic from day one, but that’s not to say she hasn’t proved herself. She’s enthusiastically taken to every project and problem we have given to her, always going above and beyond for the agency and our clients.
She’s left this placement as an exceedingly capable, and incredibly positive individual who we have no doubt will go far.
She has always got a place back at Fantastic, and we are sure this won’t be the last we see of Ella. But for the meantime she has travelling and studying to do. Best of luck to Ella in all her future ambitions, thank you for all your hard work and dedication.
