Responsibilities

• Partner with clients and internal teams to understand business objectives and develop strategic advertising solutions that leverage Hearst Magazines' full portfolio of brands and products.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Research, and external partners to support RFP development, pre-sale strategy, and customized advertising programs.
• Build compelling media plans that achieve client KPIs, maximize revenue opportunities, maintain profitability, and align with business guidelines.
• Manage campaign execution from sale through launch by ensuring alignment across media plans, insertion orders, order management systems, and client requirements.
• Lead campaign kickoffs, coordinate timelines, manage creative assets, and communicate campaign objectives to cross-functional post-sale teams.
• Monitor campaign delivery and performance, partnering with internal teams to implement optimizations, process revisions, and ensure successful execution.
• Analyze campaign results, contribute to wrap reports, identify renewal and upsell opportunities, and provide strategic recommendations based on performance insights.
• Serve as a trusted advisor for assigned accounts by maintaining deep expertise in Hearst's advertising products, processes, and client solutions while identifying opportunities to improve workflows and client experiences.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in media planning, advertising strategy, account management, or a related client-facing advertising role.
• Strong understanding of digital advertising products, campaign planning, and the advertising sales lifecycle.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across clients, agencies, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to think strategically, solve problems proactively, and deliver outstanding client service.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Research, Campaign Management, and other business partners.
• Familiarity with advertising platforms and systems such as Google Analytics, Google Ad Manager, Salesforce, or similar tools.
• This is a hybrid role based in Los Angeles, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.