24 Seven Talent
Sr. Video Media Buyer (Google/YouTube)
24 Seven Talent, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
24 Seven Talent provided pay range
This range is provided by 24 Seven Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $50.00/hr - $55.00/hr
Senior Vice President, Recruiting at 24 Seven Talent Our client, a full service creative agency has an immediate need for a seasoned YouTube/Google Digital Video Buyer. This a 3 month freelance role 40 hours a week) with potential to extend.
Must be able to go onsite in the LA office once a week or as needed.
From account setup to trafficking, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things Google Video across tiers – Awareness, Consideration, and Action. You’ll collaborate across strategy, creative, analytics, and client teams to deliver audience-first, performance-driven campaigns that elevate brand storytelling and drive measurable results.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Discipline Development: Build and scale the agency’s YouTube/Google Video buying practice
Define operational workflows, trafficking protocols, and campaign QA standards
Train internal teams on platform capabilities and best practices
Platform Execution (Google Ads & YouTube): Set up and manage Google Ads accounts, including video-specific configurations
Build campaigns across YouTube placements (in-stream, bumper, discovery, etc.)
Implement audience targeting using first‑party, affinity, and custom intent segments
Manage pacing, delivery, and performance in real time
Media Planning & Buying: Translate strategic briefs into tactical media plans with clear KPIs
Forecast budgets, reach, and performance benchmarks across YouTube and Google Video
Execute buys with precision across DV360 and Google Ads platforms
Trafficking & QA: Traffic creative assets, tracking tags, and ensure flawless campaign launches
Conduct pre‑launch QA and troubleshoot delivery issues
Maintain documentation of campaign setups, learnings, and optimizations
Optimization & Reporting: Monitor performance and implement optimizations (creative, targeting, bidding)
Deliver insights and performance reports to internal teams and clients
Collaborate with analytics to refine attribution and incrementality measurement
Qualifications
7-10+ years of hands‑on experience buying YouTube/Google Video media
Deep expertise in Google Ads, DV360, and Campaign Manager
Proven ability to manage $20M+ budgets at the National and Local level
Strong understanding of video KPIs (CPV, VTR, CPM, brand lift, etc.)
Experience with trafficking, tag management, and creative specs
Bonus: Experience with cross‑platform video strategy (TikTok, Meta, CTV)
You're a Fit If You…
Are a builder — ready to establish a new discipline with rigor and vision
Thrive in hands‑on, performance‑oriented media environments
Communicate clearly and confidently with cross‑functional teams and clients
Stay ahead of platform updates, creative trends, and measurement innovations
Are obsessed with clean setups, smart optimizations, and measurable impact
Send your resume today!
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Advertising and Marketing
Industries
Advertising Services
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This range is provided by 24 Seven Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $50.00/hr - $55.00/hr
Senior Vice President, Recruiting at 24 Seven Talent Our client, a full service creative agency has an immediate need for a seasoned YouTube/Google Digital Video Buyer. This a 3 month freelance role 40 hours a week) with potential to extend.
Must be able to go onsite in the LA office once a week or as needed.
From account setup to trafficking, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things Google Video across tiers – Awareness, Consideration, and Action. You’ll collaborate across strategy, creative, analytics, and client teams to deliver audience-first, performance-driven campaigns that elevate brand storytelling and drive measurable results.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Discipline Development: Build and scale the agency’s YouTube/Google Video buying practice
Define operational workflows, trafficking protocols, and campaign QA standards
Train internal teams on platform capabilities and best practices
Platform Execution (Google Ads & YouTube): Set up and manage Google Ads accounts, including video-specific configurations
Build campaigns across YouTube placements (in-stream, bumper, discovery, etc.)
Implement audience targeting using first‑party, affinity, and custom intent segments
Manage pacing, delivery, and performance in real time
Media Planning & Buying: Translate strategic briefs into tactical media plans with clear KPIs
Forecast budgets, reach, and performance benchmarks across YouTube and Google Video
Execute buys with precision across DV360 and Google Ads platforms
Trafficking & QA: Traffic creative assets, tracking tags, and ensure flawless campaign launches
Conduct pre‑launch QA and troubleshoot delivery issues
Maintain documentation of campaign setups, learnings, and optimizations
Optimization & Reporting: Monitor performance and implement optimizations (creative, targeting, bidding)
Deliver insights and performance reports to internal teams and clients
Collaborate with analytics to refine attribution and incrementality measurement
Qualifications
7-10+ years of hands‑on experience buying YouTube/Google Video media
Deep expertise in Google Ads, DV360, and Campaign Manager
Proven ability to manage $20M+ budgets at the National and Local level
Strong understanding of video KPIs (CPV, VTR, CPM, brand lift, etc.)
Experience with trafficking, tag management, and creative specs
Bonus: Experience with cross‑platform video strategy (TikTok, Meta, CTV)
You're a Fit If You…
Are a builder — ready to establish a new discipline with rigor and vision
Thrive in hands‑on, performance‑oriented media environments
Communicate clearly and confidently with cross‑functional teams and clients
Stay ahead of platform updates, creative trends, and measurement innovations
Are obsessed with clean setups, smart optimizations, and measurable impact
Send your resume today!
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Advertising and Marketing
Industries
Advertising Services
#J-18808-Ljbffr