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Associate Digital Media Buyer

Star Tribune Media

Minneapolis, MN
Full Time
Entry Level
26/hr-28/hr
2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Minnesota Star Tribune is an innovative modern media organization with a 158-year legacy, recognized for journalistic excellence with seven Pulitzer Prizes. The organization aims to build a better Minnesota by connecting communities through stories, ideas, and news. They are seeking dynamic leaders passionate about journalism and democracy to help shape the future of their trusted institution, reinvigorating growth and excellence in their media offerings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the development and implementation of digital media campaigns across various buying platforms.
  • Monitor digital media campaigns within multiple DSP's daily.
  • Optimize campaigns toward established KPIs during their lifecycle.
  • Pull data from multiple sources to provide actionable insights and recommendations to strategists and digital leads.
  • Manage, prioritize, and respond to ad-hoc requests as assigned.
  • Research and stay abreast of current industry best practices and trends, develop and maintain digital best practices, and promote digital optimization techniques.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in related field and/or certification; or equivalent combination of education, skills and experience.
  • Minimum 1 year of working experience utilizing Real-Time Bidding technologies (DSPs, Ad Exchanges, SSPs).
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex client campaigns and relationships against performance metrics.
  • Ad trafficking experience utilizing platforms such as Google Campaign Manager.
  • Experience with Google Ad Manager or other ad serving technology.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to changes in the industry, development processes and business priorities.

Nice to Have

  • DoubleClick Campaign Manager/DoubleClick Bid Manager and Google Analytics certifications are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

  • Experience with Real-Time Bidding technologies (DSPs, Ad Exchanges, SSPs).
  • Experience with ad trafficking platforms such as Google Campaign Manager.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits & Perks

  • Modern Downtown Office with amenities including a fitness center, collaborative center, golf simulator, and rooftop patio.
  • Comprehensive benefits including a commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Wellness & Work-Life Balance programs with financial incentives, paid time off, flexible holidays, volunteer days, and wellness days.
  • Financial & Family Support such as a 401(k) with company match, paid parental and caregiving leave, hybrid work arrangements, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Additional perks including access to an employee assistance program, pet insurance, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.

Working at Star Tribune Media

At the Minnesota Star Tribune, employees are recognized as the greatest asset, with a commitment to their happiness, growth, and well-being. The organization values diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace that encourages innovation, collaboration, and excellence. They have received awards such as Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in Media and News and Newsweek's Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 18, 2025
Job CategoryDigital Marketing
Salary26/hr-28/hr
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceEntry Level

About Star Tribune Media

Website

startribunecompany.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Industry

Newspaper Publishers

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