Senior Specialist, Programmatic

Summary

Join Known's Media Science team as a Programmatic Senior Specialist and play a crucial role in the success of programmatic media campaigns. Collaborate with account leads to ensure efficient execution of strategies, keep clients informed with performance updates, and assist in campaign implementation and optimization across multiple DSPs. You will test new features, troubleshoot technical issues, partner with team members to enhance internal tools, and leverage your expertise in programmatic advertising, TTD, Amazon DSP, and DV360. This role requires a BS/BA degree (STEM preferred), 2+ years of programmatic trading experience, and 1+ year of hands-on experience with programmatic platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Known offers a competitive salary, unlimited PTO, 401k matching, annual bonuses, and a generous medical plan.

Requirements

• A BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university
• 2+ years of professional experience in programmatic trading, advertising, ad tech, or media
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with programmatic platforms, especially TTD (The Trade Desk), Amazon DSP, and DV360
• Demonstrated technical leadership and critical thinking skills
• Comprehensive understanding of programmatic advertising
• In-platform experience with TTD, Amazon DSP, DV360
• High proficiency in Excel
• Solid foundation in math and statistics
• Proven ability to operate independently and efficiently
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Effective time management
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Experience in presenting work and a keen interest in honing this skill
• Proficiency in interpreting data/analytics
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to ensuring the quality and accuracy of analytics
• Eagerness to tackle challenging problems with a flexible approach
• Strategic, analytical, and proactive thinking about diverse business challenges
• Team player attitude
• Self-driven with a proactive mindset
• Quick learner
• Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with account leads to ensure the efficient execution of programmatic media strategies supporting client objectives
• Keep clients informed with regular performance updates and insights, ensuring clear communication and alignment with their expectations
• Assist in the implementation and optimization of programmatic media campaigns across multiple DSPs
• Test and evaluate new programmatic features and functionalities to understand their potential benefits and adopt them where applicable
• Address and troubleshoot technical issues during campaign execution
• Partner closely with other members of the team to enhance internal tools and streamline best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• STEM degrees are preferred
• Prior experience in healthcare-related vertical is a plus
• Familiarity with data visualization tools like Looker or Tableau is advantageous
• Understanding of digital ad ops technology is a plus
• Experience with CTV (Connected TV) and OTT (Over-The-Top) is a plus

Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off
• 401k with company matching and no vesting period
• Annual bonuses
• Generous medical plan
• Paid parental leave