Hybrid Account Manager - Strategic Media Partnerships

Hearst Magazines; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Hearst Magazines in New York, NY, is seeking an Account Manager to build client partnerships and deliver innovative advertising solutions across Hearst's iconic brands. You will partner with internal teams to develop strategic media plans, manage multiple campaigns, and drive revenue growth in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes relationship building, cross-functional collaboration, and optimizing campaign delivery, with a hybrid schedule four days in the office in New York City.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in media planning, sales planning, account management, strategy, or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple campaigns and competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage complex workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build credibility with clients and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success developing and maintaining strong client relationships with a focus on delivering outstanding service.
• Collaborative mindset with experience partnering across Sales, Marketing, Research, Campaign Management, and other cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with advertising platforms and tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ad Manager, and Salesforce.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients and internal teams to understand business goals and develop strategic media solutions using Hearst's full portfolio of advertising capabilities.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Research teams to develop RFP responses, strategic recommendations, and compelling client presentations.
• Build data-informed media plans that align with client objectives, maximize revenue opportunities, and meet pricing and margin goals.
• Manage campaign execution from booking through delivery, ensuring accuracy across media plans, insertion orders, and internal systems.
• Lead campaign kick-offs while coordinating timelines, creative assets, and optimization opportunities throughout the campaign lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and cross-functional partners, fostering trusted relationships through proactive communication.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyze results, and partner with post-sale teams to optimize delivery and identify opportunities for continued success.
• Evaluate post-campaign insights to uncover renewal, upsell, and long-term account growth opportunities.

Skills

Campaign management

Client relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Strategic media solutions

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Ad Manager

Salesforce

Job description

Hearst Magazines in New York, NY, is seeking an Account Manager to build client partnerships and deliver innovative advertising solutions across Hearst's iconic brands. You will partner with internal teams to develop strategic media plans, manage multiple campaigns, and drive revenue growth in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes relationship building, cross-functional collaboration, and optimizing campaign delivery, with a hybrid schedule four days in the office in New York City.