Even extensive experience in solo media buying doesn't guarantee a job offer from a team. The interview assesses not just the figures in your resume, but—more importantly—how you present yourself, your mindset, and your approach to work.
Resume
Keep it to a maximum of 2–3 pages. Outline your skills, experience, and 2–3 specific case studies: what you ran, the vertical and GEO, the optimization steps taken, and the results achieved. Be sure to include proof, such as dashboard screenshots, tracker reports, and analytics.
Initial call with HR
After your resume is reviewed, there is usually a brief call with HR. This stage assesses your interest and suitability for the role. They rarely ask technical questions; instead, they focus on your mindset, motivation, and similar topics. It pays to prepare for these in advance. The list of questions usually looks something like this:
Even extensive experience in solo media buying doesn't guarantee a job offer from a team. The interview assesses not just the figures in your resume, but—more importantly—how you present yourself, your mindset, and your approach to work.
Resume
Keep it to a maximum of 2–3 pages. Outline your skills, experience, and 2–3 specific case studies: what you ran, the vertical and GEO, the optimization steps taken, and the results achieved. Be sure to include proof, such as dashboard screenshots, tracker reports, and analytics.
Initial call with HR
After your resume is reviewed, there is usually a brief call with HR. This stage assesses your interest and suitability for the role. They rarely ask technical questions; instead, they focus on your mindset, motivation, and similar topics. It pays to prepare for these in advance. The list of questions usually looks something like this:
Even extensive experience in solo media buying doesn't guarantee a job offer from a team. The interview assesses not just the figures in your resume, but—more importantly—how you present yourself, your mindset, and your approach to work.
Resume
Keep it to a maximum of 2–3 pages. Outline your skills, experience, and 2–3 specific case studies: what you ran, the vertical and GEO, the optimization steps taken, and the results achieved. Be sure to include proof, such as dashboard screenshots, tracker reports, and analytics.
Initial call with HR
After your resume is reviewed, there is usually a brief call with HR. This stage assesses your interest and suitability for the role. They rarely ask technical questions; instead, they focus on your mindset, motivation, and similar topics. It pays to prepare for these in advance. The list of questions usually looks something like this:
Answer honestly and get straight to the point. Theoretically, you can ask an AI to play the role of the HR manager and generate a list of similar question-and-answer pairs based on your resume. Read through them a couple of times, and you’re all set.
Interview with the Team Lead
If the previous stage went well, the next step is a conversation with the team lead or owner. Here, the focus shifts to your skills and actual experience. Prepare a brief 5-minute summary: what you ran, where, and why; which hypotheses you tested; the conclusions you drew; and what you optimized and the results you achieved.
Try to be as specific as possible. For instance, if you have experience working with the Indian market, be prepared for questions about top-performing approaches, player psychology, GEO-specific metrics, creative tiers, and funnel nuances.
In addition, make sure to ask questions yourself. Here are some things you can ask:
About the team: What is the structure? Is there an in-house account farming team, a design team, or a technical department? How many people are on the team in total?
About the money: What is the base salary and the profit-share structure? Are there prepayments, advances, or bonuses?
About the advantages: Are there exclusive agreements? Agreements based on a spend model? Guaranteed caps?
Go through several interviews
Before making a final decision, go through at least 3–4 interviews. Given the current demand for Facebook media buyers, this is easily achievable within a couple of weeks. Having multiple offers gives you the freedom of choice: you can compare terms, salary ranges, team structures, and growth prospects.
Accepting the very first offer means missing out on the chance to find a better option. Good teams won't mind if you take time to consider your options—they are used to top-tier media buyers weighing multiple offers.
Good luck with your search!
Answer honestly and get straight to the point. Theoretically, you can ask an AI to play the role of the HR manager and generate a list of similar question-and-answer pairs based on your resume. Read through them a couple of times, and you’re all set.
Interview with the Team Lead
If the previous stage went well, the next step is a conversation with the team lead or owner. Here, the focus shifts to your skills and actual experience. Prepare a brief 5-minute summary: what you ran, where, and why; which hypotheses you tested; the conclusions you drew; and what you optimized and the results you achieved.
Try to be as specific as possible. For instance, if you have experience working with the Indian market, be prepared for questions about top-performing approaches, player psychology, GEO-specific metrics, creative tiers, and funnel nuances.
In addition, make sure to ask questions yourself. Here are some things you can ask:
About the team: What is the structure? Is there an in-house account farming team, a design team, or a technical department? How many people are on the team in total?
About the money: What is the base salary and the profit-share structure? Are there prepayments, advances, or bonuses?
About the advantages: Are there exclusive agreements? Agreements based on a spend model? Guaranteed caps?
Go through several interviews
Before making a final decision, go through at least 3–4 interviews. Given the current demand for Facebook media buyers, this is easily achievable within a couple of weeks. Having multiple offers gives you the freedom of choice: you can compare terms, salary ranges, team structures, and growth prospects.
Accepting the very first offer means missing out on the chance to find a better option. Good teams won't mind if you take time to consider your options—they are used to top-tier media buyers weighing multiple offers.
Good luck with your search!
Answer honestly and get straight to the point. Theoretically, you can ask an AI to play the role of the HR manager and generate a list of similar question-and-answer pairs based on your resume. Read through them a couple of times, and you’re all set.
Interview with the Team Lead
If the previous stage went well, the next step is a conversation with the team lead or owner. Here, the focus shifts to your skills and actual experience. Prepare a brief 5-minute summary: what you ran, where, and why; which hypotheses you tested; the conclusions you drew; and what you optimized and the results you achieved.
Try to be as specific as possible. For instance, if you have experience working with the Indian market, be prepared for questions about top-performing approaches, player psychology, GEO-specific metrics, creative tiers, and funnel nuances.
In addition, make sure to ask questions yourself. Here are some things you can ask:
About the team: What is the structure? Is there an in-house account farming team, a design team, or a technical department? How many people are on the team in total?
About the money: What is the base salary and the profit-share structure? Are there prepayments, advances, or bonuses?
About the advantages: Are there exclusive agreements? Agreements based on a spend model? Guaranteed caps?
Go through several interviews
Before making a final decision, go through at least 3–4 interviews. Given the current demand for Facebook media buyers, this is easily achievable within a couple of weeks. Having multiple offers gives you the freedom of choice: you can compare terms, salary ranges, team structures, and growth prospects.
Accepting the very first offer means missing out on the chance to find a better option. Good teams won't mind if you take time to consider your options—they are used to top-tier media buyers weighing multiple offers.
