HireMinds
Associate Media Director, Programmatic Buying
We are seeking an Associate Media Director, Programmatic Buying to lead hands‑on programmatic execution and optimization across multiple client accounts. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and team leadership, overseeing a small group of platform buyers while remaining close to the work.
— Ideal opportunity for a senior programmatic buyer who enjoys owning performance, mentoring talent, and pushing campaigns beyond standard best practices.
What You’ll Do
Lead multi‑channel programmatic execution across DSPs and paid social platforms
Manage and develop a hands‑on‑keyboard team
Own campaign setup, pacing, optimization strategy, and delivery against KPIs
Partner with internal media planning, account, and strategy teams to align execution with client goals
Collaborate with platform and media partners to unlock new opportunities and solutions
Provide clear performance insights, optimization rationale, and recommendations
Contribute to improvements in buying processes, workflows, and technical operations
Stay current on trends across the programmatic, data, and supply ecosystems
What We’re Looking For
6+ years of experience in media, marketing, or advertising
Advanced understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem, with deep programmatic expertise
Strong knowledge of supply, data, and audience strategies
Hands‑on experience with major DSPs, Google platforms, and paid social
Proven experience managing a hands‑on digital buying team
Ability to manage up, down, and across teams while driving accountability
Why This Role
High level of ownership over performance and execution
Balance of people leadership and direct impact
Opportunity to work on complex, high‑visibility campaigns
Environment that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Advertising and Marketing
Base Pay Range $60.00/hr – $75.00/hr
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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We are seeking an Associate Media Director, Programmatic Buying to lead hands‑on programmatic execution and optimization across multiple client accounts. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and team leadership, overseeing a small group of platform buyers while remaining close to the work.
— Ideal opportunity for a senior programmatic buyer who enjoys owning performance, mentoring talent, and pushing campaigns beyond standard best practices.
What You’ll Do
Lead multi‑channel programmatic execution across DSPs and paid social platforms
Manage and develop a hands‑on‑keyboard team
Own campaign setup, pacing, optimization strategy, and delivery against KPIs
Partner with internal media planning, account, and strategy teams to align execution with client goals
Collaborate with platform and media partners to unlock new opportunities and solutions
Provide clear performance insights, optimization rationale, and recommendations
Contribute to improvements in buying processes, workflows, and technical operations
Stay current on trends across the programmatic, data, and supply ecosystems
What We’re Looking For
6+ years of experience in media, marketing, or advertising
Advanced understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem, with deep programmatic expertise
Strong knowledge of supply, data, and audience strategies
Hands‑on experience with major DSPs, Google platforms, and paid social
Proven experience managing a hands‑on digital buying team
Ability to manage up, down, and across teams while driving accountability
Why This Role
High level of ownership over performance and execution
Balance of people leadership and direct impact
Opportunity to work on complex, high‑visibility campaigns
Environment that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Advertising and Marketing
Base Pay Range $60.00/hr – $75.00/hr
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HireMinds by 2x.
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