Media distribution specialist

About Tripadvisor

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Tripadvisor’s Media Distribution team is seeking an enthusiastic, results-driven Distribution Specialist to join our globally recognized team. This role is a key driver in supporting our Global Partner Solutions (GPS) business, acting as a digital expert in media distribution across paid social, audience extension, and email marketing channels.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner who can manage the end-to-end campaign lifecycle, from execution to optimization, while aligning all efforts with broader business objectives. You will not only manage campaigns but will also build strong internal and external relationships, provide proactive solutions, and contribute to the growth and innovation of our product offerings.

What You’ll Do

• Lead campaign creation, execution, and optimization across social, display, and email, troubleshooting issues and proposing data-driven solutions for client retention.
• Partner with internal GPS and extension teams, building relationships for seamless campaign launches.
• Manage vendor relationships, provide performance feedback, and contribute to the product roadmap by exploring new features and partnerships.
• Execute cross-platform campaigns: Collaborate on paid social campaigns (Meta, TikTok, Pinterest).
• Directly manage and optimize Display, Video, and YouTube campaigns across various DSPs. Activate Email marketing campaigns with marketing and creative teams.
  
  

Who You Are

• A Technical Expert: Proficient in all distribution platforms (social, programmatic, email), billing models, and key performance metrics.
• A Proactive Problem-Solver: Independently monitors performance, proposes creative solutions, and identifies optimization opportunities.
• A Strategic Partner: Understands sales objectives and business strategy, aligning media efforts with company goals.
• An Excellent Collaborator: Builds strong internal and external relationships, providing feedback and improving cross-functional workflows.
• A Resourceful Learner: Eager to develop new skills, utilizes learning resources, and brings actionable ideas.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in paid media buying from an advertising agency, publisher, or media company.
• Demonstrated expertise in executing and optimizing paid media campaigns across social (Meta, TikTok, Pinterest), display/programmatic (DSPs), and video platforms.
• A thorough understanding of the paid media auction landscape, dynamic pricing, and associated costs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide both quantitative and qualitative insights and propose data-driven solutions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• The ability to effectively manage priorities and multiple concurrent campaigns in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

What We Offer

• Flexible activity-based working fostered collaboration and productivity
• Inclusive global travelers community welcoming diverse perspectives
• Competitive salary package including performance bonuses
• Development programs, managerial courses, and learning series
• Health insurance covers medical, dental, and vision for families (varies by country)
• Lifestyle Reimbursement Benefit for personal travel, and physical, mental, and financial wellness
• Several paid time off programs, including time to bond with new children and care for family members. Paid public holidays, and year-end office shutdown
• Employee assistance program for short-term counseling and free Calm app subscription
• State-of-the-art offices: dining, coffee points, and leisure areas
  
  

The salary range for this role is $65,000 to $80,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may

ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. An employee’s pay position within the wage range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education,

qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. This compensation range may also be modified in the

future.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please make sure to reach out to your individual recruiter or our team at [email protected].

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