Director, TAAG

New York City, NY (On-site)

$135K/yr – $217K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own ad tech strategy and cross‑functional delivery for major client engagements, aligning technology roadmaps, QA tooling, and emerging tools with business goals.

  • Growth/Operations ownership: drive technology roadmaps, tools, and data quality to boost media performance and efficiency.
  • Client advisory: shape senior‑level conversations and present strategic ad‑tech guidance that moves campaigns and outcomes.
  • Team & governance: mentor mid‑level teams, enforce QA discipline, and ensure accountable delivery across partners and internal groups.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic conversations with senior clients and internal teams on ad technology and data management
  • Define and implement technology roadmaps that improve operational efficiency, media performance, and data quality
  • Oversee the integration of emerging technologies into media strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Act as a key advisor to clients, providing strategic recommendations on ad technology and media execution
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, advising on new opportunities, risks, and innovations
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors and media partners. Staying abreast of emerging tools and technology, ensuring agency and clients are using the right solutions
  • Develop and implement robust QA systems and tooling for monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Ensure timely execution of campaigns, holding internal teams and external partners accountable for deliverables
  • Manage and mentor a team of Associate Directors, Managers, and Analysts, fostering career growth and technical expertise
  • Support VP and SVP of Ad Operations to influence team culture, shape communication, engagement, and innovation

Requirements

  • B.A. or B.S. in Marketing, Advertising, Computer Science or related field highly preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in digital media, ad technology, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience leading and managing high-performing teams
  • Strong client management skills with experience presenting to and advising senior executives
  • Expertise in ad serving platforms (GMP, Innovid, XR), DMPs, DSPs, verification tools (IAS, DV), and TMS (GTM, Tealium, Adobe Launch)
  • Ability to navigate complex technology ecosystems and translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  • Examples of tools and applications specific to each side of the practice include
  • Knowledge of the working relationships with second- and third- party vendor

    Benefits

    • medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
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