Entry Level Media Buyer Jobs
New grad media buyer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Retail, Science & Research, and Media & Entertainment, with employers like WITHIN, ektello, and Circle K hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary
We are seeking an Associate Representative to support the execution and performance of paid social media campaigns for Universal Destinations & Experiences across the North American market. This role will partner closely with internal Paid Social team members and external agency partners to coordinate campaign activation, creative trafficking, reporting, performance analysis, and media planning. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, highly collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced media environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the execution and ongoing performance of paid social media campaigns across prominent social platforms.
- Coordinate creative asset collection, campaign trafficking, tracking, and quality assurance through external agency partners.
- Assist with campaign setup and execution, including vendor coordination, budget management, and media platform activities.
- Partner with external agencies to monitor campaign performance, reporting, and media insights.
- Participate in vendor meetings and cross-functional discussions to align on campaign strategy, performance, upcoming initiatives, and issue resolution.
- Collaborate with agency partners on quarterly and annual paid media plans, including budget allocation, media partner recommendations, channel strategies, and campaign tactics.
- Apply a strong understanding of business objectives and the role of media to help ensure paid social campaigns support broader marketing goals.
- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail across campaign setup, creative implementation, tracking, and reporting.
- Support additional media and marketing initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field required.
- 1+ year of experience in paid media, with a focus on Paid Social Media.
- Knowledge of social media advertising platforms and vendor platforms.
- Experience supporting digital or paid social campaign execution.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy across multiple campaigns and deliverables.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, agencies, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.
- Ability to contribute to strategic media plans as part of broader marketing initiatives.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and media planning tools.
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with external media or advertising agencies.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Meta, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
- Experience with paid social campaign trafficking, QA, tracking, reporting, and performance analysis.
- Experience supporting media planning and budget allocation.
Location: Hybrid Schedule, Remote on Fridays
Compensation
- $26-28/hr
Job Type
- 4-Month Contract
Job Summary
We are seeking an Associate Representative to support the execution and performance of paid social media campaigns for Universal Destinations & Experiences across the North American market. This role will partner closely with internal Paid Social team members and external agency partners to coordinate campaign activation, creative trafficking, reporting, performance analysis, and media planning. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, highly collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced media environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the execution and ongoing performance of paid social media campaigns across prominent social platforms.
- Coordinate creative asset collection, campaign trafficking, tracking, and quality assurance through external agency partners.
- Assist with campaign setup and execution, including vendor coordination, budget management, and media platform activities.
- Partner with external agencies to monitor campaign performance, reporting, and media insights.
- Participate in vendor meetings and cross-functional discussions to align on campaign strategy, performance, upcoming initiatives, and issue resolution.
- Collaborate with agency partners on quarterly and annual paid media plans, including budget allocation, media partner recommendations, channel strategies, and campaign tactics.
- Apply a strong understanding of business objectives and the role of media to help ensure paid social campaigns support broader marketing goals.
- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail across campaign setup, creative implementation, tracking, and reporting.
- Support additional media and marketing initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field required.
- 1+ year of experience in paid media, with a focus on Paid Social Media.
- Knowledge of social media advertising platforms and vendor platforms.
- Experience supporting digital or paid social campaign execution.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy across multiple campaigns and deliverables.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, agencies, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.
- Ability to contribute to strategic media plans as part of broader marketing initiatives.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and media planning tools.
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with external media or advertising agencies.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Meta, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
- Experience with paid social campaign trafficking, QA, tracking, reporting, and performance analysis.
- Experience supporting media planning and budget allocation.
Location: Hybrid Schedule, Remote on Fridays
Compensation
- $26-28/hr
Job Type
- 4-Month Contract
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Entry Level Media Buyer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level media buyer job?
Entry level media buyer roles typically look for familiarity with digital advertising platforms, basic data analysis skills, and a willingness to learn campaign workflows from the ground up. A portfolio showing even small-scale ad campaigns, coursework in marketing or communications, or a completed internship gives candidates a real edge. Certifications in Google Ads or Meta Blueprint help demonstrate platform fluency before your first full-time role.
Which companies hire entry level media buyers?
Companies hiring entry level media buyers right now include WITHIN, ektello, and Circle K, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring comes from a mix of advertising agencies, in-house brand teams, and media companies that build out their junior buying talent through structured on-the-job training.
Are there remote entry level media buyer jobs?
Yes, though the mix varies. About 100% of entry level media buyer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with availability shifting by industry and employer. Digital-first agencies and performance marketing teams tend to offer the most flexible arrangements for candidates at this stage, while traditional media companies more often prefer in-office schedules early in a career.
Are these new grad media buyer jobs?
Yes, many of the openings here are new grad and junior roles designed for recent graduates and early-career candidates. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or coursework in place of full-time history, and values a portfolio or demonstrated platform knowledge. Look for listings that mention training programs or mentorship, which signal the employer is prepared to develop entry level talent.
Which industries hire the most entry level media buyers?
Entry Level media buyer roles concentrate in Retail, Science & Research, and Media & Entertainment, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they run high-volume paid media campaigns that require dedicated buying support, creating a steady pipeline of junior openings for candidates just entering the field.