Job Title: Associate Manager Creator PMLocation: Preferably New York, NY but open to Hershey, PA, or remoteHow will you fit in the big picture?Join
Pip & Plume, Hershey's new in-house Creator + AI Studio, where we are helping our iconic brands create at the speed of culture. As the
Associate Manager, Studio Operations, you will serve as the operational hub connecting brand teams, social strategy, creators, media, and measurement partners. You will help transform business needs into creator-led content that moves from idea to market quickly, efficiently, and effectively.
What will you do?- Serve as the day-to-day operations partner for a portfolio of Hershey brands.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and workflows from intake through launch.
- Translate business needs into clear scopes, assignments, resources, and action plans.
- Coordinate creator casting, production, reviews, approvals, and final delivery across social channels.
- Build strong relationships with brand teams, creators, strategists, and agency partners.
- Monitor project budgets, identify risks, and proactively recommend solutions.
- Partner with Measurement & Intelligence teams to capture learning and improve future content performance.
- Help optimize operational processes and contribute to the continued growth of Pip & Plume.
Minimum RequirementsExperience- 3+ years of experience in project management, creative operations, account management, integrated production, marketing operations, social media operations, or related fields. This aligns with Hershey's Associate Manager level expectations.
- Experience working within a creative agency, social agency, in-house studio, creator organization, or marketing team preferred.
- Experience managing multiple projects, budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.
Education- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Business, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
Skills/Knowledge- Project Management
- Budget Planning and Financial Tracking
- Creative Operations
- Social Media and Creator Ecosystem Knowledge
- Stakeholder Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Problem Solving and Prioritization
- Process Improvement
- Managing Multiple Projects in Fast-Paced Environments
Benefits and PerksAt Hershey, we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and life outside of work.
- Health & Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs that support your physical and mental health.
- Financial Security: Competitive pay, annual incentive opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match.
- Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off, company holidays, and flexible ways of working where applicable.
- Growth & Development: Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility.
Benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility.
The anticipated base salary range for this role is $81,920 to $102,400 per year. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of job-related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, education, and training. In addition to a market-competitive base salary, our Total Rewards package includes performance-based incentives and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support overall physical, mental, and financial well-being (as applicable). Learn more about Hershey's benefits and all the resources Hershey provides to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial well-being by visiting the Hershey Digital Employee Experience at www.askHRbenefits.hersheys.com
The anticipated base salary range for this role is $81920 to $102400 per year. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of job-related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, education, and training. In addition to a market-competitive base salary, our Total Rewards package includes performance-based incentives and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support overall physical, mental, and financial well-being (as applicable). Learn more about Hershey's benefits and all the resources Hershey provides to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial well-being by visiting the Hershey Digital Employee Experience at www.askHRbenefits.hersheys.com
