Assistant Buyer, Paid Social

About Crossmedia

Crossmedia is a minority-owned, global, full-service media planning and buying agency established in New York in 2000. With over 500 employees worldwide, the company is grounded in the values of Trust, Reason, and the Pursuit of Happiness, focusing on building genuine connections between brands and audiences across all media channels and budgets. Crossmedia boasts a diverse client portfolio including U.S. Bank, NASCAR, Planet Fitness, and many others, and has been recognized as a top workplace in media for seven consecutive years.

Role Overview

The Assistant Buyer, Paid Social, is an entry-level position designed for individuals eager to start their careers in digital media. The role involves assisting in the planning, execution, and optimization of paid social advertising campaigns for multiple clients. This position offers hands-on training from experienced professionals and the opportunity to develop skills in media buying, campaign management, reporting, and client communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, launching, executing, and reporting on paid social campaigns across different platforms.
• Support the creation of media plans, presentations, flowcharts, and documentation.
• Collect and analyze campaign data, platform costs, and audience insights for strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Media Operations, Ad Operations, Finance, Analytics, and Planning to ensure smooth campaign launches.
• Create media contracts and maintain accurate campaign information in internal systems.
• Monitor campaign pacing, budgets, and performance to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Assist in campaign trafficking, quality assurance, and coordination with media partners and Ad Operations.
• Prepare reporting, proof of performance documentation, and post-campaign analyses.
• Manage daily communications with internal stakeholders, media partners, creative agencies, and progressively with clients.
• Stay informed on new social media platforms, industry trends, and advertising innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• 3-6+ months practical experience managing and optimizing paid social media campaigns.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management capabilities.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities including interpreting social and paid campaign performance data.
• Interest in paid social media, digital marketing, and advertising preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• A curious, proactive, and resourceful approach to problem-solving.

Work Environment

This role operates on a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days per week in the office to facilitate training, collaboration, and relationship-building.

Compensation

The salary range is $47,000 to $50,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Employee Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility with office and remote options depending on role.
• Flexible paid time off policies suitable for US and UK employees.
• Healthcare support including sponsored plans and wellness resources.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching in the US; pension plan in the UK.
• Paid sabbaticals after significant milestones.
• Generous parental leave benefits.
• Life milestone recognitions and support programs.
• Funds dedicated to employee wellbeing and personal enrichment activities.
• Reimbursements for cell phones and technology expenses.
• Student loan repayment assistance (US only).
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Fun cultural events and community-building including plentiful burgers!

Diversity and Inclusion

As a minority-owned organization, Crossmedia prioritizes fostering an inclusive workforce with diverse leadership representation. The company offers active mentoring and internship programs to support underrepresented groups and maintains year-round initiatives to promote equity and support marginalized communities.

Physical and Legal Requirements

• This position involves prolonged computer work and stationary sitting approximately 50% of the time.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, and reach is necessary.
• Required to operate typical office equipment.
• Must communicate effectively and observe details closely.

Crossmedia provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in compliance with relevant laws. Employment is at-will, and duties may be adjusted to meet business needs.