Account Manager

Hearst Communications, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative training programs

Flexible hybrid work

Wellness benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

A leading media company is looking for an experienced Account Manager in New York City. This hybrid role involves partnering with clients to develop advertising strategies and managing campaign execution. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in media planning, strong communication skills, and familiarity with tools like Google Analytics and Salesforce. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a comprehensive healthcare package and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of successful experience in media planning or sales strategy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to develop strategies leveraging Hearst capabilities.
• Collaborate on RFP strategy and responses.
• Create compelling media plans that meet client KPIs.
• Monitor campaign delivery and optimize as needed.

Skills

Media planning

Sales strategy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Ad Manager

Salesforce

Job description

Overview (Why This Role?)

At the intersection of creativity, strategy, and execution, the Account Manager plays a vital role in ensuring advertising campaigns deliver results. This is your opportunity to partner directly with top-tier brands and internal teams to bring high-impact campaigns to life across one of the most iconic media portfolios in the world.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.—including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics — inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Partner with clients and internal teams to assess client goals and develop strategies that leverage the full Hearst portfolio of capabilities and ad products.
• Collaborate on RFP strategy and responses with Sales, Marketing, and Research teams; support pre-sale research and pitch development.
• Own the creation of compelling media plans that meet client KPIs, drive revenue, and comply with pricing and business rules.
• Book campaigns in the Order Management system and ensure campaign details align between media plans, agency IOs, and contracts.
• Lead campaign kick-offs, manage timelines and assets, and clearly communicate deliverables to post-sale teams.
• Monitor campaign delivery, optimize as needed, and manage updates in partnership with Campaign Management and Paid Social teams.
• Contribute to performance analysis and wrap reports, using insights to identify upsell or renewal opportunities.
• Serve as a product expert, proactively identifying areas for process or product improvement and collaborating with leadership to implement change.

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• 3+ years of successful experience in media planning, sales strategy, or a related field.
• Ability to independently prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines across multiple accounts.
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey expectations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven relationship-building skills and a client-first mindset.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with a professional yet approachable attitude.
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ad Manager, and Salesforce.
• Hybrid role based in New York City; employees are expected to be in the office 4 days per week.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• 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.

The base salary for this role is between $76,000 - $93,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.