Associate Director, Programmatic

1 day, 16 hours ago
Full-time
Senior
Marketing and Growth
DEPT®

DEPT®

DEPT® is a full-service digital agency that combines creativity, technology, and data to deliver innovative digital products and services, helping brands grow and thrive in the evolving digital landscape.

Media
1K-5K

Description

  • Lead and mentor Managers and Associates across U.S., nearshore, and offshore teams.
  • Partner with Strategy/Performance and Ad Operations teams to translate media strategy into accurate execution.
  • Own the campaign deployment lifecycle, including build, trafficking, QA, launch, optimization implementation, and post-launch validation.
  • Develop scalable campaign architectures and account structures that support performance, reporting, and optimization.
  • Act as the senior escalation point for launch risks, tracking discrepancies, platform issues, and operational challenges.
  • Identify, test, and operationalize AI-powered solutions for deployment, QA, documentation, project management, and optimization workflows.
  • Manage deployment roadmaps, launch calendars, implementation checklists, and operational documentation.
  • Collaborate with Data Science & Analytics, Integrated Media Strategy & Planning, Project Management, and other media teams.
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and AI-enabled workflows to improve efficiency, quality, and team productivity.
  • Promote an inclusive, collaborative culture aligned with DEPT®’s values.

Requirements

  • 5–7 years of programmatic media experience in an agency environment, including work with complex enterprise clients.
  • Advanced proficiency with The Trade Desk, DV360, Amazon DSP, and Google Ads; deep Google Ads and YouTube expertise required.
  • Expertise in campaign architecture, account structure, trafficking, deployment, QA, launch management, and optimization implementation.
  • Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing teams.
  • Experience managing complex workflows across multiple stakeholders, timelines, and workstreams.
  • Strong understanding of project management, operational planning, launch governance, and process development.
  • Expertise in campaign troubleshooting, measurement validation, tracking verification, and quality assurance.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills in fast-paced environments.
  • Collaborative, curious, solutions-oriented approach with strong attention to detail and execution focus.
  • Trello or project management experience and interest in AI and automation are preferred.

Benefits

  • Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching.
  • Paid time off and company holidays.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • US remote work opportunity.
  • Salary range of $96,200–$115,000 USD, depending on experience, location, and organizational impact.
  • Inclusive, barrier-free workplace with reasonable accommodation support.

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