Assistant Buyer, Paid Social
<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Crossmedia is the global media independent. We’re committed to doing media and business the right way, guided by the principles of TRUST, REASON and the Pursuit of HAPPINESS. Crossmedia US was founded in NY in 2000 and is one of the largest minority-owned full-service media planning & buying agencies in the nation. We are 500+ Crossmedians worldwide with big ambitions to continue to grow with soul. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We focus on what media agencies should do: create innovative connections between brands and people regardless of channel or budget. And we do it in an honest way. We are and always have been a values-based organization. We earn our clients TRUST by ensuring media transparency in our business model and objectivity in decision-making. We apply REASON & logic to finding solutions to our clients' greatest business challenges. The Pursuit of HAPPINESS matters to us. Big time. We invest in each colleagues’ professional & personal wellbeing and growth. It’s why we have countless initiatives, clubs & cultural events dedicated to our people and why we have been the top ranked media agency named to Ad Age’s Best Places to Work for the past seven years in a row. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We have offices in the US, London and Germany. Our client roster includes U.S. Bank, Invesco, Newell Brands, NASCAR, Planet Fitness, American Cancer Society, Ricola, Herschend Family Entertainment, Zalando, Edible Arrangements, Citizens Bank, and more.</span></p>
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<p> </p></div><p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">THE ROLE </span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We're looking for curious, collaborative, and motivated individual who is excited to launch a career in media. As an <strong>Assistant Buyer, Paid Social</strong>, you'll play an important role in helping plan, execute, and optimize paid social campaigns for a diverse portfolio of clients.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This entry-level role is designed for individuals who are eager to learn. You'll receive hands-on training from experienced media professionals while developing expertise across the paid social landscape, media planning, campaign execution, reporting, and client service. Along the way, you'll build strong analytical, communication, and project management skills while working with leading social platforms and industry tools.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Success in this role comes from being organized, accountable, naturally curious, and excited to learn in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">At Crossmedia, it's about more than doing great work—it's about doing things the right way. Our values of <strong>Trust, Reason, and the Pursuit of Happiness</strong> guide how we work together, serve our clients, and support one another every day.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">* NY based role (Hybrid work setting - in office 2-3 days a week)</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">As an Assistant Buyer, you'll support Buyers and Supervisors throughout the lifecycle of paid social campaigns by:</span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assisting with planning, campaign setup, execution, and reporting across paid social platforms.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Supporting the development of media plans, presentation decks, flowcharts, spec sheets, and campaign documentation.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Gathering campaign data, platform costs, audience insights, and other information to support planning recommendations.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborating with internal teams including Media Operations, Ad Operations, Finance, Analytics, and Planning to ensure campaigns launch accurately and efficiently.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Creating media contracts and maintaining accurate campaign details within internal systems.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitoring campaign pacing, budgets, and delivery while helping identify optimization opportunities.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Supporting campaign trafficking and quality assurance alongside Ad Operations and media partners.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assisting with campaign reporting, proof-of-performance documentation, and post-campaign recaps.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Managing day-to-day communication with internal teams, media partners, creative agencies, and, over time, clients.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Staying current on emerging social platforms, industry trends, and new advertising opportunities.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We're looking for someone who is:</span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Curious and eager to build a career in digital media and advertising.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Highly organized with strong attention to detail.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">An effective communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborative, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Analytical and interested in using data to solve problems and improve performance.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Open to feedback and motivated by continuous learning and professional growth.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>REQUIREMENTS</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Interest in paid social media, digital marketing, or advertising is strongly preferred.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">3-6+ months of hands-on experience in execution & optimization of digital media campaigns with a focus in Paid Social</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Analytical skills, both the ability to interpret overall social performance and paid campaign performance (within and beyond KPIs of social platforms)</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A passionate, resourceful, curious problem-solver.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our hybrid work model gives employees flexibility while supporting collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth. Assistant Buyers should expect to work from the office at least <strong>two days per week</strong>, allowing for in-person training, team collaboration, agency meetings, and relationship building.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">If you're excited to start your career in paid social advertising and want to grow alongside a supportive team that values curiosity, integrity, and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Salary $47-$50k - commensurate with experience (based on skills and overall qualifications)</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>CROSSMEDIA BENEFITS</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Our principles of Trust, Reason, and the Pursuit of Happiness are brought to life through benefits that recognize and support the diversity and physical, emotional, and professional well-being of our people, including:</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Flexibility to work in hybrid manner with in-office and work from home options (depending on role). </span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Open/Flexible PTO/Annual leave with US & UK specific policies </span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sponsored healthcare options and agency-wide physical & mental health support </span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">401k with company match (USA), and generous Pension (UK) <
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