Ad Coordinator, Vendor & Media Operations

Responsibilities

• The Ad Coordinator, Vendor & Media Operations owns the University’s day-to-day relationship with its advertising agency and media vendors, making sure deliverables, insertion orders, and invoices are accurate and on schedule.
• Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of Paid Strategy, this position keeps the operational side of the University’s paid advertising program running smoothly, accurately, and on time across digital and traditional channels.
• This position works collaboratively with the Senior Assistant Director of Paid Strategy, the other Ad Coordinator, and cross-functional marketing colleagues, building expertise in paid media operations while contributing to the effective execution of the University’s advertising program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in digital marketing, advertising operations, or a closely related role.
• Familiarity with digital advertising platforms (Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, or equivalent).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple vendor relationships and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Preferred

• Experience in trafficking digital ad campaigns or managing advertising platform accounts.
• Experience with vendor or agency account management, invoicing, or budget reconciliation.
• Basic proficiency in digital analytics platforms (Google Analytics or similar).
• Experience in higher education marketing or institutional advertising.