Resident - Media Buying & Planning

VaynerMedia; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

VaynerMedia, a leading global creative and media agency, is seeking a three-month residency in NYC with potential for full-time. The role involves real-time optimization across platforms like Google, Meta, TikTok, and more, with daily and quarterly budget management.

The position requires strong Excel skills, media buying familiarity, and data-driven problem solving. The hybrid schedule includes 3–4 days on-site at our NYC HY office and a standard 9–6 ET workweek.

Qualifications

• Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets (pivot tables, V‑lookup, etc.).
• Media buying experience preferred; familiarity with Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google, Amazon, DV360/Trade Desk, Roku/Hulu.

Responsibilities

• Execute across digital platforms (Google, Meta, TikTok, Trade Desk, Amazon).
• Monitor live media performance and optimize to meet client goals.
• Produce pacing reports and in-platform optimizations.
• Manage media investment across platforms daily, weekly, and quarterly.
• Present performance insights to clients and collaborate on strategy.

Skills

Excel/Sheets

Media buying

Google Analytics

MOAT/IAS/Nielsen

Data-driven

Organization

Team collaboration

Tools

Google Ads

Meta Ads

TikTok

Trade Desk

DV360

Job description

ABOUT VAYNERX

VaynerX is a family of companies building brands for the now. Founded by Chairman Gary Vaynerchuk in January 2017,

ABOUT VAYNERX

VaynerX is a family of companies building brands for the now. Founded by Chairman Gary Vaynerchuk in January 2017, the modern-day parent company is home to relevance-driving businesses including VaynerMedia, ChukMedia, Tamara Group, Gallery Media Group, Tingley Lane Trading, and VaynerSpeakers.

ABOUT VAYNERMEDIA

VaynerMedia is a global integrated creative and media agency, built for today's consumers. As the Modern Agency of Record, it understands the nuances of today's attention landscape, empowering brands to win attention, drive relevance, and deliver business results. Founded in 2009, by Gary Vaynerchuk, the independently owned agency operates in 15 offices worldwide, including Amsterdam, Bangkok, Chicago, New Delhi, Kuala Lumpur, London, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Miami, New York, Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Sydney. VaynerMedia is part of the VaynerX family of companies.

• This position is a three-month temporary residency with the potential to go full-time immediately following. We are currently accepting applications for the next residency class with a Jan 2027 start date.

Responsibilities

• Execute within various digital platforms like Google, Meta (Facebook/IG), TikTok, Trade Desk, and Amazon. Manage the ongoing real-time optimization of live media to ensure client goals are met and/or exceeded.
• Ensure campaigns are pacing effectively and efficiently by regularly monitoring performance and making changes when necessary.
• Execute client-facing deliverables: pacing reports, campaign build, ad-hoc analysis, in-platform optimizations, etc
• Manage media investment across platforms daily, weekly, and on a quarterly basis, ensuring optimal budget allocation.
• Collaborate with supervisors To develop platform strategies, audience targeting, and campaign execution.
• Pick up client communication responsibilities by presenting performance insights and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets, including pivot tables, V-Look Ups, etc
• Media buying experience (preferred, not required): Familiarity with platforms such as:
• Social: Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn
• Google: Youtube, Search, Display
• Amazon: AMS, Amazon DSP
• Programmatic Display/Video: The Trade Desk, DV360
• Connected TV/OTT: Roku, Hulu
• Exposure to Google Analytics, MOAT, IAS, and Nielsen is nice to have.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and data-driven approach
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative team player with a drive to learn and grow in digital media

WORK SCHEDULE

• This is a hybrid role with a required 3-4 days on-site from our NYC HY office.
• You must be able to commit to a full-time work schedule, which is 40 hours per week during 9am-6pm ET business hours Monday-Friday.

Unsure if you meet the qualifications?

• Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
• Employer-sponsored 401k with match
• Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
• Unlimited PTO
• Caregiver (Parental) Leave
• Health and Wellness benefits

Base Salary

$20—$20 USD