Performance Media Buyer (Paid Social & YouTube) - Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are

JustWatch delivers data-driven digital marketing for the global entertainment business. We run full-funnel campaigns for the biggest movie studios, streamers, sports leagues, and gaming publishers, reaching millions of fans across more than 140 countries.

We also own the world’s largest streaming guide, giving us unmatched audience data and insight. With a team of more than 200 across Berlin, Los Angeles, and remote locations, we’re profitable, growing fast, and focused on performance.

Who we need

We’re looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented performance media buyer who thrives inside ad platforms. You love being hands-on on keys and can bend the platforms to achieve incredible efficiencies. You know how to pace campaigns, hit CPVs, win auctions, and optimise across Meta, TikTok, DV360, and YouTube.

You’ll collaborate across departments and time zones, own campaign execution from start to finish, and help improve our internal tools and workflows. You are not afraid of fast-moving targets and make decisions using data, including making your pivots and have familiarity with brand lift studies

At JustWatch, we value big thinkers and self-starters. Our fast-paced environment offers endless growth opportunities, with new projects and responsibilities arriving regularly. If you thrive on performance and progress, we guarantee the space and support to achieve your ambitions and personal goals.

What you will be doing

• Set up, manage, and optimize paid media campaigns across platforms like  Meta ,  TikTok ,  YouTube , and  DV360
• You manage both  upper-funnel and  lower-funnel  campaign structures and constantly  test creatives ,  audiences ,  placements , and  bidding strategies
• Monitor  pacing , troubleshoot delivery, and hit KPIs like  CPV ,  VTR ,  Completion Rates and  CPM
• Use internal and external tools to ensure flawless  setup ,  tracking ,  QA , and  invoicing
• Collaborate with  sales ,  BI , and  creative teams , and  top-tier entertainment clients
• Analyze results and provide  actionable insights to improve campaign efficiency and reach

What we need from you

• 3+ years of hands-on media buying experience
• Platforms:  Meta ,  TikTok ,  Google Ads , and ideally  DV360
• Familiarity with  Reddit and  Snapchat is a strong plus
• Reports to the  Director of Media Campaigns and US Accounts
• Strong command of  auction mechanics ,  CPV targets ,  pacing ,  bidding , and  platform optimisation
• Analytical mindset with confidence in  Excel ,  Google Sheets , and  performance data tools
• Proven ability to manage  budgets across paid social and YouTube channels, including proposal development, campaign  activation & maintenance, and  post-buy recaps
• Provide direction as needed for improving campaign performance through optimisation and/or implementing new features and strategies
• Comfortable working independently in a  remote, fast-paced, cross-functional team
• Familiarity with the  entertainment industry (film, streaming, TV, or sports) is a strong plus
• Proactive, curious , and focused on  outcomes over perfection
• We value people who learn constantly, deliver results, and create meaningful impact

When not to join

• This is a  hands-on execution role
• If you haven’t  personally launched and  optimized campaigns inside  Meta or  DV360 , it’s not the right fit
• We  live in data ,  love performance , and  hire doers

What we offer you

• An  open-minded and  international team that loves to collaborate to reach our goals.
• Medical ,  dental , and  vision insurance , 401(k) , short-term and long-term  disability , and  life insurance
• We believe in a  permission-less environment that lets us focus on delivering value without overcomplicating things
• We prioritize  meaningful work over perks and believe that true fulfilment comes from intrinsic motivation, personal growth, and making a lasting impact
• We trust our skilled professionals to maintain a  no-nonsense attitude and create an environment that promotes innovation
• We are committed to helping you achieve your  personal and  professional goals , and we offer a collaborative and supportive environment to do so
• This opportunity is  remote-first with travel to client meetings, with the primary office location in the Los Angeles area (Note: there may be weekly to monthly meetings in person, but aiming always to be remote first)

The stated salary range of USD 80,000 - 100,000 reflects the base salary including commission and complies with the California Transparency Law. Final pay depends on qualifications and equity considerations.

Media is important to us, and we are always happy to hear from people who enjoy film! If we caught your attention and you're eager to delve into our perspectives and thought processes, we recommend immersing yourself in our blog post, which elaborates on these subjects:

- A company culture that really works

- Audience as a Service

- JustWatch Media

- Or visit our blog here:

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How to apply

- Tell us  why you want to work at JustWatch

- What  platforms and budgets have you worked with

- No  mass or  AI-generated applications — we  value originality

Please only apply if you are genuinely interested. Copy-paste mass applications will receive a copy-paste rejection email. The same goes for applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content. We want to get to know you as a person first, not your prompts.

Research shows women apply when meeting 100% qualifications, men at 60%. JustWatch welcomes all candidates, especially women and marginalized groups. Apply, let's talk and explore if you're a great fit.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.