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*Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Global Media operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).**Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.**Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.*# **Division Story**Our mission is to be different, diversified, and necessary. And to make money (put another way, to monetize the content by all A+E Global Media and platforms). We are a sales force that represents a portfolio of innovative culture brands and dynamic advertising solutions. The strength of our portfolio is how we can speak to a wide range of audience interests, connect with original creative storytelling and through multiple always-on distribution touchpoints, deliver a premium, safe environment for advertisers. We pride ourselves on reliable, accountable, and best-in-class service. If this sounds like you, we'd like you to be one of us.# **Job Description****THE ROLE:**The Director, Programmatic Advertising will play a critical leadership role in executing A+E Global Media’s programmatic strategy, supporting revenue growth, and managing key partnerships across the programmatic ecosystem. Reporting to the Vice President, Programmatic Advertising, this role will focus on day-to-day operations, deal execution, partner management, and internal alignment to ensure best-in-class programmatic performance across all platforms. This position will serve as a key connector between sales, ad operations, data, and external partners to drive scalable, efficient, and innovative monetization solutions.**MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU’LL DO: Director, Programmatic Advertising*** **Programmatic Strategy Execution:** Support the VP in executing A+E’s programmatic monetization strategy across PMP, PG, and open exchange channels. You will also be a point-of-escalation for programmatic monetization partners, ad sales solutions, and overall yield management strategy inclusive of A+E’s managed service solution and owned and operated monetization efforts.* **Partner Management:** + Manage day-to-day relationships with SSPs, DSPs, and programmatic demand partners. + Monitor partner performance and identify opportunities for optimization and growth. + Assist in onboarding new partners and technologies, including testing and implementation.* **Cross-Functional Collaboration:**Partner with colleagues in Media Solutions, Distribution, Global Content Sales, and Legal on contract reviews and deal terms that influence digital ad sales performance.* **External Representation:**Represent A+E Global Media at industry events and speaking engagements, showcasing innovation and leadership, while building our brand within the programmatic advertising landscape.**BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Director, Programmatic Advertising*** 6–8+ years of experience in digital advertising, with 3–5+ years in programmatic.* Hands-on experience with SSPs, DSPs, and programmatic deal setup (PMP/PG).* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on performance data.* Experience supporting or executing agency and client programmatic campaigns.* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.**PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:*** Experience in premium video, OTT, or CTV environments.* Familiarity with: + Identity solutions and targeting frameworks + Supply path optimization and auction dynamics + Experience working with major SSPs (e.g., FreeWheel, Magnite, Google Ad Manager, etc.) + Exposure to HoldCo structures and agency trading desks# **Compensation**### ### Annual Pay Range: $151,297 - $177,018### ### Annual Incentive Target: 17.50%*The annual/hourly**pay range displayed serves as a**good faith estimate of* *the**minimum and* *maximum**base**pay**range**for this role.**Compensation for the role* *will**be based on**a* *number of different**factors such as**a candidate’s qualifications, skills,**competencies,* *location, and**experience.* *A+E offers a competitive total compensation**package, which* *includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at www.aegm.com/careers.**A+E Global Media proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants, and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company’s employment actions and decisions – including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination – are made without regard to an employee’s race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. A+E Global Media is a joint venture of the Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.* #J-18808-Ljbffr