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Account Executive, Paid Media

Burson
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. Burson is part of WPP (LSE / NYSE : WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at www.bursonglobal.com.

MORE ABOUT THE ROLE :

We are looking for an Account Executive (Programmatic and Paid Social) to join our Performance Media team in NYC. This person will be a digital media resource within the company and will be a reliable point of contact for paid media opportunities. This is an opportunity to work closely with the media team to develop strategic channel / media approaches across F500 clients in verticals ranging from healthcare, CPG, retail, and advocacy clients.

The Digital Marketing Team is where the storytelling of creative, scale of advertising and data & analytics connect. We take a data-first approach to everything with the ultimate goal of moving people across all industries and objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :

  • Upload, execute and monitor media campaigns with attention to detail
  • Manage campaigns on standard programmatic and paid social platforms - The Trade Desk, Google Ads / DV360, Meta, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok
  • Act as a resource and field educational internal and external questions with professionalism
  • Analyze campaign metrics and performance data to highlight key takeaways, translating into client-facing communication in email, PowerPoint and Excel reportsleading presentations and establishing trust / relationships with clients.
  • Provide campaign reporting to help inform future media plans, content strategy and planning
  • Develop reliable relationships with clients, vendors and publications
  • Manage media for F500 clients (setting up targeting, trafficking, budgeting, invoice reconciliation, optimizations, etc.)
  • Work with the team to identify opportunities and build processes within the department.

EXPERIENCE THAT CONTRIBUTES TO SUCCESS :

  • 1 years of professional experience across agency, in-house, or start-up roles
  • Paid media and media analytics background and interest and overall, a passion in all aspects of digital media and how it works within integrated communications
  • Prior work with industry tools (The Trade Desk, DV360, Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, Facebook Business Manager, Twitter Ads, LinkedIn Ads Manager, YouTube, Snap, Tiktok, Google Search, Google Display Network, Google Analytics).
  • Knowledge of programmatic media with experience across the programmatic space, and knowledge of emerging trends and technologies (DMPs, DSPs, SSPs, Ad Servers, etc.)
  • Understanding of basic media buyer vocabulary, such as performance KPIs, bidding and objectives
  • Previous exposure to conversion tracking, UTM tagging, pixel installation and audience development / retargeting
  • Other exposure and experience to other media channels (Paid Search, Artificial Intelligence, etc.) experience are a plus
  • Ability to eloquently report / translate date to form insights and recommendations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly using PowerPoint and Excel for reporting and recommended strategy documents
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills along with strong attention to detail
  • Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization as an active participant in culture initiatives, training opportunities and employee resource groups
  • YOU BELONG AT BURSON :

    Our vision is for Burson to be the leading 'academy company' for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today's leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, tuition reimbursement for continued learning, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

    At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Burson does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, or ancestry.

    For more information, visit www.bursonglobal.com.

    The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $35,000 to $75,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details : https : / / mybenefits.wpp.com / public / welcome

    Our careers page is designed to be accessible to everyone. If you need any specific accommodations during the application process, feel free to reach out to us at appaccommodations@bursonglobal.com. Please note that this email is for applicants needing special assistance, so we may not be able to reply to other inquiries.

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