Paid Social Strategist

Hearst Health

Paid Media Strategist at Hearst planning and executing digital advertising campaigns across Meta, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn. Leveraging analytics and technical expertise for optimal performance.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and optimizing paid media campaigns across various digital platforms, utilizing advanced analytics and tracking tools to drive customer acquisition and engagement. Proficient in A/B testing, reporting, and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance campaign performance and deliver actionable insights.

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Paid Media Campaign ManagementMeta Ads ManagerGoogle Analytics 4 (GA4)Conversion OptimizationAudience Development

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Hard Skills

Campaign OptimizationA/B TestingAttribution ModelingPerformance MeasurementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Google Tag ManagerLooker StudioAgency AnalyticsMeta PixelConversion API (CAPI)

Industry Keywords

Digital AdvertisingCustomer AcquisitionLead GenerationEngagementAd Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, build, execute, and optimize paid media campaigns across Meta, YouTube, Tiktok, LinkedIn, and other digital advertising platforms.
Develop and manage direct response and brand campaigns designed to drive customer acquisition, engagement, lead generation, and retention.
Execute A/B testing strategies to improve campaign performance through optimization of creative, audience targeting, bidding strategies, placements, and conversion objectives.
Create paid acquisition plans and provide regular reporting on campaign performance, pacing, risks, and optimization opportunities.
Implement and maintain campaign tracking infrastructure, including Meta Pixel, Conversion API (CAPI), Google Ads Conversion Tracking, and related attribution solutions.
Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot tags using Google Tag Manager to ensure accurate tracking, measurement, and attribution across campaigns.
Set up and manage Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and other analytics platforms to track campaign performance, analyze user behavior, evaluate attribution models, and identify conversion paths that inform optimization strategies.
Build, maintain, and troubleshoot reporting dashboards within Looker Studio, PowerBI, and Agency Analytics, ensuring data accuracy and delivering actionable performance insights.
Partner with clients, sales teams, and internal stakeholders on campaign strategy, reporting, optimization recommendations, and performance reviews.
Assist with ad operations functions including campaign setup, trafficking, QA, tracking validation, platform integrations, and troubleshooting across advertising platforms.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience managing paid media campaigns across social and digital advertising platforms.
Hands-on experience with Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads, YouTube Ads, TikTok Ads, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, and other paid media platforms.
Experience implementing and troubleshooting Meta Pixel, Conversion API (CAPI), Google Ads Conversion Tracking, and related attribution technologies.
Proficiency with Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Google Tag Manager, Looker Studio, and Agency Analytics.
Understanding of ad operations processes including campaign setup, trafficking, QA, tagging, and measurement validation.
Experience building reports and dashboards that translate performance data into actionable business insights.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret performance metrics across multiple reporting systems and platforms.
Experience with audience development, conversion optimization, attribution modeling, and performance measurement.
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Analytics, Business, Communications, Advertising, Data Analytics, or a related field preferred.
Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present data and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple campaigns, priorities, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.
Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.
LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs.
Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.
Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy.