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AdsWizz

Sales Executive, Programmatic

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Analyze bid data to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges that inform sales strategies with clients. * Make optimization recommendations to programmatic campaigns across multiple platforms ...

Sirius XM

Sales Executive, Programmatic

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Analyze bid data to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges that inform sales strategies with clients. * Make optimization recommendations to programmatic campaigns across multiple platforms ...

Amazon

Programmatic Media Manager, Prime Video

Culver City, CA · On-site

$134K - $140K/yr

... analysis and insights of campaigns and experiments, and make actionable recommendations in digestible form to senior leadership • Conduct thorough campaign analyses from pertinent sources and ...

Amazon

Programmatic Media Manager, Prime Video

Culver City, CA · On-site

$134K - $140K/yr

We are seeking a talented Media Manager to lead the paid media strategy across Programmatic digital ... Facilitate and communicate comprehensive analysis and insights of campaigns and experiments, and ...

Amazon

Programmatic Media Manager, Prime Video

Culver City, CA · On-site

$134K - $140K/yr

We are seeking a talented Media Manager to lead the paid media strategy across Programmatic digital ... Facilitate and communicate comprehensive analysis and insights of campaigns and experiments, and ...

ODK Media

Programmatic AdOps Intern (Unpaid)

Irvine, CA · On-site

The programmatic advertising ecosystem is a sophisticated, fast-paced landscape. ODK Media, Inc. is ... The Basics: Currently pursuing a BA or MA in Business Analytics, Data Science, Communications ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for programmatic analyst in California is $87,986.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,100.00 and $114,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a programmatic analyst?

A Programmatic Analyst is a digital marketing professional who specializes in managing and optimizing automated ad buying campaigns through programmatic platforms. They analyze data, monitor campaign performance, and make strategic recommendations to maximize return on investment for online advertising efforts. This role involves working with demand-side platforms (DSPs), using audience data, and collaborating with other teams to ensure campaigns meet client objectives. Programmatic Analysts also troubleshoot issues, generate reports, and stay updated on industry trends and technologies.

What are some of the main challenges a programmatic analyst faces when optimizing digital advertising campaigns?

Programmatic Analysts often encounter challenges such as interpreting large volumes of data to identify actionable insights, adapting to rapidly changing ad tech platforms, and balancing client goals with budget constraints. They must continuously monitor campaign performance and make quick adjustments to targeting, bidding strategies, or creatives to maximize ROI. Collaboration with account managers, data scientists, and creative teams is crucial to ensure campaign objectives are met and to troubleshoot issues as they arise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a programmatic analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Programmatic Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, a background in digital marketing or advertising, and proficiency in data interpretation, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with programmatic platforms (such as DV360, The Trade Desk), ad servers, and analytics tools like Google Analytics is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help analysts excel when optimizing campaigns and collaborating with stakeholders. These skills ensure campaigns are data-driven, efficient, and able to meet client objectives in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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Infographic showing various Programmatic Analyst job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,986 per year, or $42.3 per hour.

Supervisor, Programmatic Media

El Segundo, CA • Hybrid

Canvas Worldwide
Marketing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Canvas Worldwideexternal

$85K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Canvas Worldwide dares to be the challenger the ad industry needs. Do you "Challenge the Comfortable?" Then you'll fit right in here at Canvas.
 
Recognized as one of Ad Age's "Best Places to Work" for three consecutive years, Canvas Worldwide is an independent media agency committed to providing creative solutions for brands that challenge the status quo. Our clients include Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, MGM, Zillow and McDonald’s (to name a few…).
 
Our agency cultivates an environment where all are welcome to push outside their comfort zones to solve problems in new ways. We encourage the team to be its best by creating the most positive workplace experience for all. For instance, we outpace the industry on diversity and inclusion AND offer continuous training and workshops for career development. So, if you dare to challenge the comfortable… then keep reading.

Programmatic Supervisor works within the Programmatic group – as a subset of the Digital group, and reports directly into the Director, Programmatic. While the programmatic group is a specialized channel, the role also requires the programmatic supervisor to work with strategy teams as an extension of their plan execution process.
 
Programmatic supervisors own their platforms and see campaigns from start to finish – inclusive of all self-service capabilities in planning, trafficking, execution, optimization, and reporting. The supervisor will manage the specialists to ensure a consolidated approach to the process, reporting, and optimization across campaigns and accounts.
Platform Expertise (primary) - DSP (Demand Side Platform)
  • Master the usage of demand side platforms for campaign set up, optimization, and reporting; inclusive of day-to-day management – should the specialists need support or training
  • Manage relationship with platform support teams to continually bring innovation to product and communicate updates
  • Mastery of the reporting suite to create ad hoc reporting and post mortems
  • Ability to work within the platform for overall QA and support as second eyes to specialist teams
Platform Expertise (secondary) – partner platforms
  • Learn and master processes and systems related to the trafficking and workflow management of programmatic campaigns; inclusive of:
  • Primary Ad Server
  • Billing/Planning system
  • Verification systems
  • Measurement systems
  • Learn and become proficient in reporting systems that support programmatic campaigns (inclusive of data, verification, analysis that comes from reporting output directly in DSP)
Campaign Ownership
  • Work collaboratively with multiple groups both internally and externally (client and creative agency) to ensure that all deliverables are met and prioritize accordingly
  • Work collaboratively with analytics + AdOps teams on tagging requirements to QA performance
  • Own billing and reconciliation process (inclusive of ad serving estimation) to maintain campaign parameters
  • Consolidate POVs + Partner feedback to ensure that all parties are informed on rationale and performance
  • Own partner relationships to constantly bring innovation and testing opportunities to every plan and client
Qualifications
  • In platform self-service experience with DSPs (3+ years)
  • 2+ years in mentoring or developing staff
  • Strong presentation skills, ability to communicate to internal managers and clients
  • Ability to multitask effectively 
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills (inclusive of proficiency in Microsoft excel + additional analytics software preferred)
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
Salary and Benefits
Actual base salary is determined upon factors such as experience, qualifications, training, certifications, and internal equity. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Base salary is part of a total rewards package that includes highly competitive benefits like generous medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, commuter benefits, disability and life insurance coverage, 401(k) matching, up to 14 holidays per year, a “Do Good Day,” and unlimited PTO.
 
Additional perks include employee social and wellness events, a DEI Council, auto purchase rebate program, monthly wellness allowance, and in-office amenities such as fresh kombucha and an in-house barista inside our beautiful, new vibrant El Segundo office.
 
In-Office Work Schedule
This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 3 days in-office per week.
 
Canvas Worldwide is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
CA Applicants: Canvas Worldwide practices Fair Chance Hiring

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.