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Director of Ad Operations

Newsweek
Location
Remote, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Sales : Ad Operations
Salary
$135,000 - $145,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of experience in digital ad operations
  • Advanced experience with Google Ad Manager (GAM)
  • Strong understanding of campaign setup, targeting, creative QA, pacing, optimization, and reporting
  • Technical troubleshooting skills across HTML5, JavaScript, VAST/VPAID, tracking pixels, and third-party tags
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to have
  • Experience managing ad operations for digital publishers or news media
  • Experience with PMP and PG(Programmatic Guaranteed) deals
  • Experience with social media and newsletter advertising operations
  • Experience with third-party verification and measurement platforms such as DoubleVerify, IAS, MOAT, and DISQO
  • Familiarity with first-party data and identity solutions, including UID2 and other identity frameworks
What the job really is

The Director of Ad Operations at Newsweek will manage the end-to-end execution of advertising campaigns, ensuring accurate trafficking, reporting, and performance monitoring. This role involves collaborating with various teams, troubleshooting technical issues, and leading a small team of ad traffickers to enhance operational efficiency. The position requires a strong analytical mindset and hands-on experience in digital ad operations.

Benefits
  • Base Salary range: $135,000 - $145,000 commensurate with experience
Things to weigh
  • Remote position may require self-discipline and strong communication skills due to the nature of cross-functional collaboration
  • The role involves managing a small team, which may require additional leadership skills
  • No specific mention of additional benefits or perks beyond salary
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