Senior Specialist, Programmatic

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS

Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen.

Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year:Known_Winner"> #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age’s Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday’s Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few.

We couldn’t create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely.

BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU

About the role:

Known’s Media Science team uses advanced analytics, machine learning, statistics, and algorithms to plan and optimize advertising dollars. We partner with our clients to translate their business goals into meaningful metrics, and buy media across all channels to drive those target outcomes. We are looking for someone to join the team and work alongside data analysts, data scientists, media buyers, and software engineers.

As a Programmatic Senior Specialist, you'll be crucial to the success of our programmatic media campaigns. With an energetic demeanor and a passion for continuous learning, you'll oversee the execution and optimization processes, from getting strategies off the ground to resolving challenges as they arise. You'll also serve as a key partner to our programmatic managers, ensuring seamless campaign operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Collaborate with account leads to ensure the efficient execution of programmatic media strategies supporting client objectives.
• Keep clients informed with regular performance updates and insights, ensuring clear communication and alignment with their expectations
• Assist in the implementation and optimization of programmatic media campaigns across multiple DSPs
• Test and evaluate new programmatic features and functionalities to understand their potential benefits and adopt them where applicable
• Address and troubleshoot technical issues during campaign execution
• Partner closely with other members of the team to enhance internal tools and streamline best practices

WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE

• A BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university. STEM degrees are preferred.
• 2+ years of professional experience in programmatic trading, advertising, ad tech, or media
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with programmatic platforms, especially TTD (The Trade Desk), Amazon DSP, and DV360
• Demonstrated technical leadership and critical thinking skills
• Prior experience in healthcare-related vertical is a plus

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding of programmatic advertising
• In-platform experience with TTD, Amazon DSP, DV360
• High proficiency in Excel
• Solid foundation in math and statistics
• Proven ability to operate independently and efficiently
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Effective time management
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Experience in presenting work and a keen interest in honing this skill
• Proficiency in interpreting data/analytics
• Familiarity with data visualization tools like Looker or Tableau is advantageous
• Understanding of digital ad ops technology is a plus
• Experience with CTV (Connected TV) and OTT (Over-The-Top) is a plus

Competencies

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to ensuring the quality and accuracy of analytics
• Eagerness to tackle challenging problems with a flexible approach
• Strategic, analytical, and proactive thinking about diverse business challenges
• Team player attitude
• Self-driven with a proactive mindset
• Quick learner
• Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity

SOME OF OUR PERKS

• Unlimited paid time off
• 401k with company matching and no vesting period
• Annual bonuses
• Generous medical plan
• Paid parental leave

ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you’re probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There’s always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values.

Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class.

The base salary for this position is $80K - $90K

This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits.

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