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Charlotte Tilbury

Freelance Brand Expert

Boston, MA · On-site

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Brand Experts to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times. * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from ...

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Freelance Brand Expert

Salem, NH

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Brand Experts to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times. * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from ...

Charlotte Tilbury

Freelance Brand Expert

Salem, NH · On-site

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Brand Experts to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times. * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from ...

Charlotte Tilbury

Freelance Brand Expert

Boston, MA · On-site

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Brand Experts to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times. * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from ...

Charlotte Tilbury

Freelance Brand Expert

Boston, MA

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Brand Experts to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times. * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from ...

Charlotte Tilbury

Freelance Makeup Artist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Makeup Artists to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from open ...

Charlotte Tilbury

Freelance Makeup Artist

Dallas, TX

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Makeup Artists to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from open ...

Charlotte Tilbury

Freelance Makeup Artist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Charlotte Tilbury is currently recruiting Freelance Makeup Artists to join the team. This position ... ad creativity at all times * Operations: * Ensure the counter/gondola is "customer ready" from open ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance ad operations in the United States is $24.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel as a Freelance Ad Operations professional, you need a strong understanding of digital advertising platforms, campaign management, analytics, and ad trafficking processes, often supported by prior experience or a related degree. Familiarity with ad servers such as Google Ad Manager, DSPs, Excel, and third-party verification tools is essential, and certifications in platforms like Google Ads or Facebook Blueprint can be advantageous. Exceptional organization, problem-solving ability, and clear communication help freelancers effectively manage multiple clients, deadlines, and campaign optimizations. These qualifications ensure seamless execution, accurate reporting, and high client satisfaction in a dynamic, fast-paced digital environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Freelance Ad Operations professionals and how can they be addressed?

Freelance Ad Operations professionals often encounter challenges such as managing multiple campaigns for different clients simultaneously, staying updated with frequently changing ad tech platforms, and troubleshooting complex trafficking or tracking issues. Effective time management, proactive communication with clients, and maintaining a structured workflow can help mitigate these challenges. Many freelancers find it helpful to regularly participate in industry webinars or training to stay current on best practices and platform updates. Building a strong network of contacts can also provide valuable support and resources when dealing with technical hurdles or unique client requests.

What is a Freelance Ad Operations job?

A Freelance Ad Operations job involves managing the setup, execution, and optimization of digital advertising campaigns across various platforms. Freelancers in this role work with advertisers, agencies, or publishers to ensure ads are correctly trafficked, tracked, and performing efficiently. Responsibilities often include campaign troubleshooting, data analysis, and ensuring ad delivery aligns with client goals. This role requires expertise in ad servers, programmatic platforms, and analytics tools. Freelancers can work with multiple clients, offering flexibility and diverse project opportunities.

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Director, Ad Operations

Starcom Mediavest Group Germany Gmbh

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$135K - $181K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Zenith is one of Publicis Groupe's largest media agencies, spanning 95 markets globally with US offices in New York, Burbank, Chicago, Atlanta and Detroit. For more than 30 years, we have been at the forefront of media, helping to evolve and reshape the industry. We are highly regarded as a true agency partner by many high-profile brands for our expertise across numerous categories and wide range of capabilities that are unparalleled in the industry. Clients hire us for our track record of excellence in strategic planning, investment, and measurement. We also have specialist offerings, including content, commerce, multicultural and future-proofed data capabilities.
Job Description
This role will build and lead a team of digital advertising operations and measurement professionals. The Director will oversee all functions of Digital Ad Operations including execution of digital media campaigns, driving innovation in ad operations, analytics and data strategy. This role requires deep expertise in marketing technology, strategic leadership, and the ability to collaborate with senior executives, clients, and cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
  • Lead strategic conversations with senior clients and internal teams on ad technology and data management
  • Define and implement technology roadmaps that improve operational efficiency, media performance, and data quality
  • Oversee the integration of emerging technologies into media strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Act as a key advisor to clients, providing strategic recommendations on ad technology and media execution
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, advising on new opportunities, risks, and innovations
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors and media partners. Staying abreast of emerging tools and technology, ensuring agency and clients are using the right solutions
  • Develop and implement robust QA systems and tooling for monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Ensure timely execution of campaigns, holding internal teams and external partners accountable for deliverables
  • Manage and mentor a team of Associate Directors, Managers, and Analysts, fostering career growth and technical expertise
  • Support VP and SVP of Ad Operations to influence team culture, shape communication, engagement, and innovation

Qualifications
  • B.A. or B.S. in Marketing, Advertising, Computer Science or related field highly preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in digital media, ad technology, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience leading and managing high-performing teams
  • Strong client management skills with experience presenting to and advising senior executives
  • Expertise in ad serving platforms (GMP, Innovid, XR), DMPs, DSPs, verification tools (IAS, DV), and TMS (GTM, Tealium, Adobe Launch)
  • Ability to navigate complex technology ecosystems and translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  • Examples of tools and applications specific to each side of the practice include
  • Knowledge of the working relationships with second- and third-party vendor

Additional Information
Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation Range: $135,375.00 - $181,000.00. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 7/13/26.
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Compensation Range: USD $135,375.00 - USD $216,684.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 7/13/2026.

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