Account Manager

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Help shape the future of advertising by bringing innovative campaigns to life for some of the world's most iconic media brands. As an Account Manager, you'll play a critical role in delivering exceptional client experiences, building trusted partnerships, and turning strategic ideas into successful, results-driven campaigns.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines is one of the largest publishers in the U.S., with a portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands that inspire, inform, and entertain millions of audiences across print, digital, video, social, and emerging platforms. Our teams are passionate about creating premium content and innovative advertising solutions that help our clients connect with engaged audiences in meaningful ways.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Partner with clients and internal teams to understand business objectives and develop strategic advertising solutions that leverage Hearst Magazines' full portfolio of brands and products.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Research, and external partners to support RFP development, pre-sale strategy, and customized advertising programs.
• Build compelling media plans that achieve client KPIs, maximize revenue opportunities, maintain profitability, and align with business guidelines.
• Manage campaign execution from sale through launch by ensuring alignment across media plans, insertion orders, order management systems, and client requirements.
• Lead campaign kickoffs, coordinate timelines, manage creative assets, and communicate campaign objectives to cross-functional post-sale teams.
• Monitor campaign delivery and performance, partnering with internal teams to implement optimizations, process revisions, and ensure successful execution.
• Analyze campaign results, contribute to wrap reports, identify renewal and upsell opportunities, and provide strategic recommendations based on performance insights.
• Serve as a trusted advisor for assigned accounts by maintaining deep expertise in Hearst's advertising products, processes, and client solutions while identifying opportunities to improve workflows and client experiences.

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)

• 3+ years of experience in media planning, advertising strategy, account management, or a related client-facing advertising role.
• Strong understanding of digital advertising products, campaign planning, and the advertising sales lifecycle.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across clients, agencies, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to think strategically, solve problems proactively, and deliver outstanding client service.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Research, Campaign Management, and other business partners.
• Familiarity with advertising platforms and systems such as Google Analytics, Google Ad Manager, Salesforce, or similar tools.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
• This is a hybrid role based in Los Angeles, with an expectation of working in the office four 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 range for this role is $76,000-$85,000. 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.