Senior Specialist, Programmatic

Known
New York, NY
Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with 2+ years in programmatic trading and experience with DV360, The Trade Desk, and Amazon DSP, working in New York, NY with a collaborative team in media and data science.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 2+ years in programmatic platforms and a background in CPG or grocery media execution
    — “2+ years of professional experience in programmatic trading... CPG or grocery clients is a plus”
  • Detail-oriented professionals who excel in translating analytics into client-aligned strategies
    — “Detail-oriented with a commitment to ensuring the quality and accuracy of analytics”
  • Individuals with proven ability to independently optimize campaigns across multiple DSPs
    — “Proven ability to operate independently and efficiently”

Things to consider

  • Base salary range is $80K-$90K, which may require evaluation against market benchmarks
    — “The base salary for this position is $80K-$90K.”
  • Location is fixed to New York, NY despite the company's distributed U.S. structure
    — “distributed across the U.S. and unapologetically ambitious”

How to stand out

  • Highlight specific OLV and YouTube campaign management experience in your resume
    — “Experience running OLV and YouTube campaigns”
  • Demonstrate technical leadership through examples of DSP tool optimization initiatives
    — “Demonstrated technical leadership and critical thinking skills”
  • Quantify impact from past campaign optimizations and include metrics in interview responses
    — “Assist in the implementation and optimization of programmatic media campaigns”
  • Showcase data visualization projects using Looker/Tableau if applicable
    — “Familiarity with data visualization tools like Looker or Tableau is advantageous”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Senior

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • successful programmatic media campaigns
  • client satisfaction
  • efficient execution of strategies
Typical background
data scienceadvertisingmedia buying

Skills & requirements

Required

Programmatic TradingAdvertisingAd TechMedia BuyingData AnalysisExcelMath And StatisticsProgrammatic PlatformsData VisualizationDigital Ad Ops

Preferred

CPGGrocery ClientsCTVOTT

Stack & domain

Programmatic AdvertisingDv360The Trade DeskAmazon DSPExcelMath And StatisticsData Visualization ToolsDigital Ad Ops TechnologyCTVOTTCommunicationLeadershipCritical ThinkingProblem-solvingTime ManagementFinanceTechEntertainmentConsumer GoodsReal Estate

About the role

Original posting from Known via Greenhouse

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS

Known is what happens when a data science firm and a creative agency stop arguing and start collaborating. We were built from scratch with PhD data scientists and award-winning creatives working on the same briefs, from day one. That structure earned us an Ad Age #3 A-List ranking, back-to-back Data & Insights Agency of the Year wins, plus Emmys, Cannes Lions, Clios, and Effies across clients in finance, tech, entertainment, consumer goods, and real estate. We're distributed across the U.S. and unapologetically ambitious.

If you're tired of choosing between doing smart work and doing creative work, you'll fit right in here.

BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU

About the role: 

Known’s Media Science team uses advanced analytics, machine learning, statistics, and algorithms to plan and optimize advertising dollars.  We partner with our clients to translate their business goals into meaningful metrics, and buy media across all channels to drive those target outcomes.  We are looking for someone to join the team and work alongside data analysts, data scientists, media buyers, and software engineers.

As a Programmatic Senior Specialist, you'll be crucial to the success of our programmatic media campaigns. With an energetic demeanor and a passion for continuous learning, you'll oversee the execution and optimization processes, from getting strategies off the ground to resolving challenges as they arise. You'll also serve as a key partner to our programmatic managers, ensuring seamless campaign operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

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

WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE

A BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university. STEM degrees are preferred.

2+ years of professional experience in programmatic trading, advertising, ad tech, or media

1+ years of hands-on experience with programmatic platforms, especially DV360, The Trade Desk, and Amazon DSP

Experience running OLV and YouTube campaigns

Demonstrated technical leadership and critical thinking skills

Prior experience with CPG or grocery clients is a plus

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

Comprehensive understanding of programmatic advertising

In-platform experience with DV360, TTD, Amazon DSP

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

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

Competencies

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

SOME OF OUR PERKS

Unlimited paid time off

401k with company matching and no vesting period

Annual bonuses

Generous medical plan

Paid parental leave

ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF

All this might sound great, but you’re probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There’s always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values.

Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class.

The base salary for this position is $80K-$90K.

            This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits.

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Source: Known careers (Greenhouse)

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