Senior Media Buyer

USA (Remote)

$90K/yr – $110K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive integrated digital media planning and buying across OTT/CTV, streaming audio, and programmatic channels with end-to-end ownership of strategy, execution, and measurement.

  • Own omnichannel campaigns from strategy through optimization and measurement.
  • Must-have: 5+ years in digital media planning/buying with DSPs and ad servers.
  • Standout: Experience across OTT/CTV, streaming audio, and premium publishers.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Omnichannel Strategy: Architect and manage integrated campaigns across the full service suite, including, but not limited to: Connected TV (CTV), Online Video (OLV), Native Ads, Streaming Audio, Out of Home (OOH), Linear TV, and Broadcast Radio.
  • Strategic Planning: Identify target audiences by analyzing demographics, movement patterns, and digital interests to build data-driven profiles.
  • High-Impact Buying: Evaluate and purchase digital media through major programmatic platforms (such as StackAdapt, Basis, DV360, MNTN) and PMPs.
  • Performance Leadership: Own the measurement framework for assigned accounts, translating complex data into actionable insights focused on incrementality, Lifetime Value (LTV), and Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC).
  • Client Management: Lead executive-level client calls and QBRs, articulating how the channel mix (from high-impact CTV awareness to lower-funnel Remarketing) maximizes reach and manages frequency.
  • Operational Excellence: Take ownership of complex ad server setup (trafficking), pixel creation (CAPI), and quality assurance across all media types.
  • Vendor & Partner Relations: Facilitate relationships with premium publishers and audience providers (e.g., Experian) to secure preferred pricing and first-to-market alpha/beta opportunities.
  • Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior buyers, fostering a culture of hands-on optimization that goes beyond basic automation to drive performance.

Requirements

  • 5+ years in digital media planning and buying, with deep expertise in both site-direct and programmatic environments
  • Expert-level proficiency with DSPs (StackAdapt, DV360, Basis, StackAdapt, TTD), Ad Servers (Campaign Manager), and Web Analytics (GA4).
  • Proven track record managing diverse media types, including OTT/CTV, Streaming Audio, and Traditional Linear/Radio.
  • Expert knowledge of remarketing and advanced targeting (dynamic creative, CRM, lookalike, and predictive modeling)
  • Ability to map data partners to the customer journey—activating contextual signals for awareness and deterministic identity for conversion.
  • Exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to tell a compelling story through data for high-growth performance accounts.

Benefits

  • Remote Workplace. You have the option to work at our office in Boston or remotely in one of these states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, ID, IL, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, SC, OH, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA.
  • Paid Time Off. Receive generous paid vacation benefits that increase each year you’re with us, 12 Company Holidays, and Summer Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
  • 401K + Match. 401K plan with 4% Safe Harbor employer match after one year of employment and financial literacy services provided through our retirement provider.
  • Life Insurance Benefit. No-cost coverage to ensure peace of mind for your family.
  • Short Term Disability Benefit. We\'ve got you covered if you need to be OOO with an illness or injury that keeps you out of work.
  • Healthcare. Choose from several competitive healthcare plans for you and your family with 80% employer coverage for all medical and dental premiums, 100% employer coverage for vision, and the option to participate in the FSA program.
  • Commuter Benefits. Allocate pre-tax funds towards your commute to save up to 40% per year in transportation expenses.
  • Continuing Education. Access to monthly team-led webinars, exclusive 829-cohort based learning, digital course platforms, and funding opportunities to attend national conferences and events.
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Founded in 2007
Boston, Massachusetts, US
249 employees (105 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
11K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
30.7%
Direct
53.5%
Referral
6%
Social
8.4%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~264

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
87 (33% of company)
Median Career Experience
11 years
Median Tenure
3.1 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Funding

Last Raise
Private Equity, 5 years ago

Funding History

  • Sep 2021
    Private Equity