Temporary Paid Social Buyer

Hearst Health

Temporary Paid Social Buyer launching and optimizing campaigns for Hearst Magazines’ 30 digital media brands. Analyzing performance, testing creative, and driving measurable audience growth.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $55 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in launching and optimizing paid social campaigns using Meta Ads Manager, with strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive performance improvements. Excels in collaboration, organization, and maintaining high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

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Paid Social Campaign ManagementMeta Ads Manager ProficiencyData Analysis and InterpretationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCross-Team Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Paid Social MarketingDigital MarketingPerformance MarketingCampaign OptimizationAd Copy DevelopmentCreative Asset SelectionAudience InsightsKey Performance Metrics MonitoringData-Driven ImprovementsTesting and Optimization

Soft Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsExcellent Organizational SkillsTime Management SkillsStrong Written CommunicationVerbal Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Meta Ads ManagerMicrosoft ExcelGoogle Sheets

Industry Keywords

Digital MediaSocial BuyingCommerceEmerging Industry TrendsPaid Social Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Launch and manage paid social campaigns using self-serve advertising platforms, including Meta Ads Manager
Optimize campaign performance by analyzing results, identifying trends, and implementing data-driven improvements
Develop ad copy, select creative assets, and support testing of new creative approaches and ad formats
Monitor campaign budgets, pacing, and key performance metrics
Collaborate with the Performance Marketing team to share insights and refine campaign strategies
Partner with Affiliate Partnerships and Programmatic Yield teams on cross-functional marketing initiatives
Provide audience insights and performance feedback to editorial teams
Stay current on paid social best practices, platform updates, and emerging industry trends
Maintain organization, quality standards, and attention to detail in campaign management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
1+ years of experience in paid social, digital marketing, performance marketing, or a related field
Experience launching and optimizing paid social campaigns, preferably using Meta Ads Manager or similar platforms
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret campaign data and apply insights
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets, including large datasets
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication and cross-team collaboration abilities
Creative mindset with interest in audience engagement, testing, and continuous optimization
Experience in commerce, digital media, or social buying is a plus
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Commitment to high-quality work and meeting deadlines
Ability to work in-office 4 days per week in New York, NY

Benefits

Comp & perks

$55.00 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer