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DRUM Associates

Digital Ad Operations

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

This person will work at the direction of the Ad Operations leadership team and will be responsible for various operational tasks supporting both linear and digital ad operations across the ...

Hearst

Digital Ad Platforms Specialist

New York, NY

$83K - $105K/yr

You will report to the Director, Digital Ad Platforms. This role requires in-office presence ... Qualifications * 3+ years of experience in digital advertising operations, ad tech, or platform ...

Farm Journal

Digital Ad Operations Specialist, Level 2

$65K - $75K/yr

Required: * BS/BA degree in a related area (marketing, data analytics, business administration) or equivalent work experience. * 2-4 years of direct experience in digital ad operations, programmatic ...

Roku

Ad Operations Associate

Santa Monica, CA

$94K - $122K/yr

About the role Roku is seeking an Ad Operations Associate to join our growing Sponsorship team. In ... Expertise with GAM and digital ad serving tools for video and display * Experience in display and ...

Roku

Ad Operations Associate

Boston, MA

$94K - $122K/yr

About the role Roku is seeking an Ad Operations Associate to join our growing Sponsorship team. In ... Expertise with GAM and digital ad serving tools for video and display * Experience in display and ...

Roku

Ad Operations Associate

New York, NY

$94K - $122K/yr

About the role Roku is seeking an Ad Operations Associate to join our growing Sponsorship team. In ... Expertise with GAM and digital ad serving tools for video and display * Experience in display and ...

Roku

Ad Operations Associate

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$94K - $122K/yr

Expertise with GAM and digital ad serving tools for video and display * Experience in display and ... If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your ...

Roku

Ad Operations Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$94K - $122K/yr

Expertise with GAM and digital ad serving tools for video and display * Experience in display and ... If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your ...

Roku

Ad Operations Associate

Boston, MA · On-site

$94K - $122K/yr

Expertise with GAM and digital ad serving tools for video and display * Experience in display and ... If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your ...

Allen & Gerritsen

Ad Operations Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

The Ad Operations Specialist plays a critical role in the successful execution of media campaigns across digital channels. This individual is responsible for campaign setup, trafficking, quality ...

Allen & Gerritsen

Ad Operations Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

The Ad Operations Specialist plays a critical role in the successful execution of media campaigns across digital channels. This individual is responsible for campaign setup, trafficking, quality ...

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As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for director digital ad operations in the United States is $107,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel as a Director of Digital Ad Operations, you need deep expertise in digital advertising, campaign management, analytics, and a proven track record in ad operations leadership—often supported by a bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field. Mastery of ad tech platforms such as Google Ad Manager, DSPs, SSPs, and industry certifications like IAB Digital Media Buying & Planning are typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive cross-functional collaboration and team performance. These competencies ensure optimized ad delivery, revenue growth, and seamless execution in a complex, fast-changing digital landscape.

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A Director of Digital Ad Operations often encounters challenges such as managing complex ad tech stacks, ensuring campaign delivery across multiple platforms, and addressing discrepancies in reporting data. To overcome these, it's crucial to foster close collaboration with sales, account management, and technical teams, implement robust quality assurance processes, and stay current with evolving ad technologies. Building standardized workflows and investing in staff training also greatly contribute to smoother operations and enhanced campaign performance.

What does a Director of Digital Ad Operations do?

A Director of Digital Ad Operations oversees the planning, execution, and optimization of digital advertising campaigns for an organization. They manage a team responsible for ad trafficking, campaign setup, targeting, reporting, and ensuring ads run smoothly across multiple platforms. This role also involves collaborating with sales, marketing, and technology teams to maximize ad performance and revenue. Additionally, Directors of Digital Ad Operations often evaluate new technologies and platforms to improve efficiency and effectiveness in digital advertising.
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Digital Ad Operations

Digital Ad Operations

DRUM Associates

Secaucus, NJ • On-site

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Key responsibilities

  • Traffic and manage ad campaigns across linear and digital platforms, ensuring accurate setup, pacing, and delivery.

  • Monitor campaign performance and troubleshoot delivery issues in real time to ensure campaigns run smoothly across platforms.

  • Support trafficking for a 24/7 network by maintaining logs, schedules, and inventory across national and local linear platforms.

Job description

Company Summary:

Our client is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of sports. Built around 5 professional sports leagues, our client has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 215 countries and territories, in more than 50 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents.


Position Summary:

This candidate reports to the Global Ad Operations Sr. Manager – Global Media Operations (GMO) within the Network Partnerships and Programming department. This person will work at the direction of the Ad Operations leadership team and will be responsible for various operational tasks supporting both linear and digital ad operations across the organization’s media platforms.


Major Responsibilities:

• Traffic and manage ad campaigns across both linear (TV/network) and digital platforms (web, mobile, and other digital environments), ensuring accurate setup, pacing, and delivery.

• Support trafficking for a 24/7 network, including maintaining logs, schedules, and inventory across national and local linear platforms.

• Monitor campaign performance and troubleshoot delivery issues in real time to ensure campaigns run smoothly across platforms.

• Partner closely with internal marketing and media sponsorship teams to execute and optimize media plans.

• Manage campaign assets, tags, and tracking to ensure proper implementation and reporting.

• Maintain day-to-day communication across internal teams to ensure seamless execution of campaigns and programming.


Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Hands-on experience with ad trafficking across linear and/or digital platforms

• Experience with tools such as Google Ad Manager, FreeWheel, or similar ad serving/traffic systems (e.g., WideOrbit or other broadcast systems)

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Must be organized and detail-oriented

• Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

• Must be able to work within a team environment


Educational Background Required:

  • Undergraduate college degree preferred

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