Account Manager

Hearst • New York, NY

16d • $76,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Account Manager builds client partnerships and develops advertising solutions across Hearst Magazines’ portfolio. The role partners with clients and internal teams to understand business goals, create strategic media solutions, bring campaigns to life, and drive measurable client and business outcomes. It manages campaign execution from booking through delivery, serves as a primary client contact, monitors campaign performance, and identifies opportunities for optimization, renewal, upsell, and account growth. The role is based in New York City and follows a hybrid schedule with four days per week in the office.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in media planning, sales planning, account management, strategy, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to manage multiple campaigns and competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail, including the ability to manage complex workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build credibility with clients and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Success developing and maintaining strong client relationships with a focus on outstanding service.
• Collaborative experience partnering across Sales, Marketing, Research, Campaign Management, and other cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with advertising platforms and tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ad Manager, and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients and internal teams to understand business goals and develop strategic media solutions using Hearst’s advertising capabilities.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Research teams to develop RFP responses, strategic recommendations, and client presentations.
• Build data-informed media plans aligned with client objectives and revenue, 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 and coordinate 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 relationships through proactive communication.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyze results, and partner with post-sale teams to optimize delivery and support continued success.
• Evaluate post-campaign insights to identify renewal, upsell, and long-term account growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• 401(k) plan with a company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level