Programmatic Advertising Specialist

Wake County, NC (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableFull time

Posted 3 months ago

Job Description

Execute & manage programmatic campaigns that are placed across premium demand-side platforms to deliver on our dedication to best-in-class solutions that provide client-obsessed results. This role serves as a hands-on programmatic expert, ensuring that monthly campaigns are set up & optimized with excellence. You are naturally detail-oriented, nimble, curious, collaborative, autonomous, a clear communicator, and love data.

In short, under the leadership of the Programmatic Manager and within the context of the programmatic team, manage campaigns that delight clients, run more efficiently, solve challenges, and create magical experiences.

Campaign Execution

  • Manage budgets for assigned programmatic accounts

  • Build and launch monthly campaigns on demand-side platforms with consistency and a high degree of technical accuracy

  • Execute innovative campaign strategies at scale across clients

Data & Optimization

  • Deliver clear business outcome and campaign efficiency performance insights

  • Translate programmatic campaign and campaign results in digestible, informative, and irresistible ways for account management and clients

  • Use reporting and data to supercharge and inform meaningful full-funnel outcome optimizations

  • Continuously test audiences, creative, and bidding strategies to improve performance

  • Proactively self-educate on new programmatic opportunities (targeting, features, trends, etc.) to develop career growth and identify untapped potential for current campaigns.

Collaboration & Team Support

  • Work collaboratively with the programmatic team to update products/campaigns, launch new products/campaigns, and deliver on team initiatives

  • Partner with sales teams to champion the power of programmatic advertising through trustworthy and informative support ticket responses 

  • Communicate kindly and refreshingly internally and externally


Qualifications

  • High degree of technical accuracy in a fast-paced and high-touch environment across multiple platforms and technology tools. 

  • Comfortable working with data, identifying patterns, and turning analysis into action

  • Enjoys working hard; is action-oriented and full of energy for the things they see as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.

  • Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answer

  • Works effectively across teams and communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • Basic to intermediate understanding of programmatic; exposure to additional is a plus

  • Basic to intermediate understanding of digital advertising metrics and campaign KPIs

  • Comfortable with analytics, spreadsheets, and data

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

  • Strong writing skills; able to clearly summarize campaign performance and recommendations for diverse audiences

  • Experience & Education: 2-year technical degree — 4-year degree+

  • Preferred Experience: agency experience

What We Offer

  • 15 days of PTO

  • 9 Paid Holidays

  • 1 day off for your birthday

  • 401k plan

  • Community Work Environment

  • Hybrid work opportunities

  • Free snacks and drinks

  • Great Health Insurance plan - Dental / Vision/ Life Insurance / Accident Insurance

Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities

Working Conditions

Programmatic Advertising Specialists are seated for 6-8 hours per day, performing constant motions such as typing and using other computer equipment. Certain situations may require bending, squatting, or lifting objects that do not exceed more than 25lbs.

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At Sokal, we’re not just another advertising agency; we’re your strategic partner in navigating the digital marketing landscape. We offer a wide range of services, including Digital Marketing, Website Design, Traditional Advertising, Video Production, Graphic Design, and Branding, all aimed at enhancing your brand visibility, increasing customer engagement, and driving sales. Our team of industry veterans, creative minds, and tech-savvy experts are passionate about delivering results that exceed expectations. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, harnessing the power of data analytics, and crafting compelling content, we stay ahead of the curve to ensure your success. So, whether you’re looking to generate more leads, expand your online presence, or boost brand awareness, Sokal is dedicated to helping you thrive in the digital age.

Founded in 2010
Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
164 employees (70 in marketing)
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Programmatic Advertising Specialist

Sokal · Wake County, NC · Hybrid