Campaign Manager

Hearst Magazines; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits from Day 1

401(k) with company match

Hybrid work model

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Hearst Magazines is seeking a Campaign Manager to power digital advertising campaigns for iconic brands. You will own end-to-end execution, asset management, trafficking, testing, pacing, optimization, and reporting across multiple platforms.

You’ll partner with Account Management, monitor client KPIs, and drive insights for future campaigns. This hybrid NY-based role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proactive collaboration.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in digital advertising campaign management, ad operations, or related area.
• Strong analytical skills with Excel; translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Experience with Google Ad Manager is a plus.
• Familiarity with third-party ad servers such as Flashtalking, Innovid, and VAST video.
• Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, CSS, SQL or similar scripting languages is a plus.
• Attention to detail and thorough testing/QA, especially with third-party tags and reporting.
• Clear written and verbal communication; collaborative across teams.
• Ability to learn new tech concepts quickly and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end digital campaign execution, including asset collection, trafficking, testing, QA, pacing, optimization, reporting, and delivery.
• Partner with Account Management to implement and optimize campaigns and set performance expectations.
• Monitor and optimize campaign pacing and performance against client KPIs; identify issues.
• Coordinate with offshore support teams on trafficking requests and launch requirements.
• Analyze and communicate campaign results through internal/external reports with insights and recommendations.
• Serve as an ad operations resource for sales teams and provide guidance on ad tech and performance.
• Support billing by finalizing monthly delivery for reconciliation and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain mappings between internal and third-party systems and stay current on ad tech standards.

Skills

Digital advertising

Campaign management

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Tools

Google Ad Manager

Flashtalking

Innovid

VAST video

HTML

JavaScript

CSS

SQL

Job description

Be Part of What's Next

Help power the digital advertising campaigns behind some of the most recognized brands in media. As a Campaign Manager, you’ll bring precision, curiosity, and a performance mindset to campaign execution—helping ensure our advertisers’ programs launch smoothly, deliver effectively, and generate actionable insights.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S. inspires and entertains audiences across all media platforms. Our digital presence includes more than 200 million unique monthly visitors, and our social accounts reach hundreds of millions of followers. We are a global media company that publishes print and digital products, produces digital video and social content, and develops innovative experiences for audiences and advertising partners.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Manageend-to-end digital campaign execution, including asset collection, trafficking, testing, QA, pacing, optimization, reporting, and delivery across Google Ad Manager, LiveIntent, and other advertising platforms.
• Partnerwith Account Management to implement and optimize digital media campaigns, establish performance expectations, and leverage the capabilities of Hearst Magazines properties to set programs up for success.
• Monitor and optimizecampaign pacing and performance against client KPIs, recommending and implementing adjustments while proactively identifying trafficking, reporting, or delivery issues.
• Coordinatewith offshore support teams on trafficking requests and campaign launch requirements, thoroughly reviewing deliverables to minimize errors and protect revenue.
• Analyze and communicatecampaign results through internal and external reporting, partnering with Account Managers and Project Managers to develop wrap reports featuring insights, top-performing elements, and recommendations for future campaigns.
• Serveas an ad operations and optimization resource for sales and sales support teams, providing clear guidance on campaign execution, ad technology, and performance.
• Supportaccurate billing by understanding client requirements, finalizing monthly delivery for reconciliation, and helping Account Management investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintainaccurate mappings between internal and third-party systems while staying current on evolving ad technology standards, including ad verification, viewability, programmatic ad serving, and third-party tracking.

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• 1+ years of experiencein digital advertising campaign management, ad operations, or a related area, including hands‑on experience with campaign execution, optimization, and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel, with the ability to interpret campaign data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Experience with Google Ad Manager is a plus.
• Familiarity with third‑party ad servers and technologies such as Google Campaign Manager, Flashtalking, Innovid, and VAST video is preferred.
• Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, CSS, SQL, or other scripting or development languages is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to thorough testing and QA, particularly when working with third‑party tags, creative assets, and reporting systems.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to build effective professional relationships across teams and levels.
• Ability to learn new technical concepts quickly, manage multiple priorities, and adapt in a fast‑moving digital advertising environment.
• This role is based inNew Yorkand requires working in the officefour days per weekas part of our hybrid work model.

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 range for this role is $58,000-$70,000. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Hearst Magazines 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.