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You have a deep passion for the evolving media landscape and understand how programmatic, CTV and publisher partnerships fit into the broader media ecosystem. You'll work closely with a cross ...

You have a deep passion for the evolving media landscape and understand how programmatic, CTV and publisher partnerships fit into the broader media ecosystem. You'll work closely with a cross ...

Programmatic Analyst

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$72 - $120/hr

Monitor publisher and marketplace performance to surface emerging risks, opportunities, and key ... Strong understanding of the programmatic advertising ecosystem, including SSPs, DSPs, exchanges ...

Publisher Acquisition Manager

New York, NY · On-site +1

$80K - $90K/yr

Experience with programmatic advertising and native ad platforms * Track record of quota attainment ... Access to industry conferences and publisher events across the US MGID is an equal opportunity ...

Manager, Programmatic

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

Serve as a publisher technology expert including our partner DSPs and their consolesexpert. What You'll Bring * 5+ years of end-to-end, hands‑on experience managing and optimizing programmatic ...

Programmatic Analyst

New York, NY · On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

Monitor publisher and marketplace performance to surface emerging risks, opportunities, and key ... Strong understanding of the programmatic advertising ecosystem, including SSPs, DSPs, exchanges ...

About this team We are a team of ad tech experts with diverse experience across the programmatic, publisher and agency ecosystem. The Agency Development team focuses on developing relationships with ...

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Programmatic Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$40 - $48.27/hr

Programmatic Specialist Location: New York, NY (7 Hudson Square 10013) (hybrid - M-T onsite) Job ... Develop and evaluate publisher RFPs while effectively utilizing media research tools and resources ...

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Programmatic Analyst

New York, NY · On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

Monitor publisher and marketplace performance to surface emerging risks, opportunities, and key ... Strong understanding of the programmatic advertising ecosystem, including SSPs, DSPs, exchanges ...

Deep technical knowledge of the programmatic ecosystem, including SSPs, DSPs, and publisher ad ... stacks. * Strong executive presence with strategic thinking and decision‑making abilities.

Account Director

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$110K - $120K/yr

We are a team of ad tech experts with diverse experience across the programmatic, publisher and agency ecosystem. The Agency Development team focuses on developing relationships with and servicing ...

Fluency in programmatic fundamentals-supply/demand dynamics across mobile, video, and CTV ... Preferred: an existing book of publisher relationships and experience onboarding new supply ...

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How much do programmatic publisher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for programmatic publisher in the United States is $29.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $34.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a programmatic publisher?

A Programmatic Publisher is a company or individual who owns digital media properties, such as websites or apps, and sells ad space on those properties through automated, real-time bidding platforms. They use programmatic advertising technology to connect their inventory with advertisers, maximizing revenue by allowing multiple buyers to bid for ad placement. Programmatic publishers rely on tools like ad exchanges, supply-side platforms (SSPs), and demand-side platforms (DSPs) to automate and optimize the sale of their ad inventory. This process increases efficiency, transparency, and targeting capabilities compared to traditional ad sales methods.

How does a programmatic publisher typically collaborate with advertisers and ad tech partners to optimize revenue?

A Programmatic Publisher works closely with advertisers, demand-side platforms (DSPs), and ad tech partners to maximize ad revenue and fill rates. This involves managing relationships, troubleshooting delivery issues, and leveraging analytics to adjust floor prices or ad placements for better performance. Publishers often participate in regular meetings with partners to review campaign effectiveness, discuss inventory opportunities, and ensure compliance with brand safety and viewability standards. Collaborating across these teams helps publishers stay agile in a rapidly changing digital advertising landscape and ensures they are positioned to capture the most value from their inventory.

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

To thrive as a Programmatic Publisher, you need strong analytical skills, digital advertising knowledge, and experience with ad operations, often supported by a degree in marketing, business, or a related field. Proficiency with demand-side platforms (DSPs), supply-side platforms (SSPs), ad exchanges, and analytics tools like Google Ad Manager and DoubleClick is typically required. Outstanding communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail help you optimize revenue and build strong relationships with advertisers. These skills and qualities are crucial for maximizing inventory value, ensuring efficient ad delivery, and maintaining competitive advantage in the digital advertising ecosystem.

What is the difference between Programmatic Publisher vs Programmatic Trader?

AspectProgrammatic PublisherProgrammatic Trader
CredentialsKnowledge of ad tech, digital media, and basic analyticsAdvanced analytics, trading certifications, and media buying experience
Work EnvironmentMedia companies, publishers, ad tech platformsAd agencies, trading desks, media buying firms
Industry UsageFocuses on managing ad inventory and revenue for publishersFocuses on buying and selling ad inventory programmatically

While both roles operate within the programmatic advertising ecosystem, a Programmatic Publisher primarily manages ad inventory and revenue for publishers, ensuring optimal ad placements. In contrast, a Programmatic Trader actively buys and sells ad space to meet campaign goals. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and employer expectations in digital advertising.

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Infographic showing various Programmatic Publisher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,196 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Account Director, Agency Development

110 Magnite, Inc.US

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$110 - $120/hr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Build and manage relationships with digital advertising agency buyers in the NYC market, focusing on major holding companies.

  • Track sales pipeline and meet or exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets.

  • Create and pitch customized media plans and drive formal RFP responses for client prospects.


Job description

Account Director, Agency Development New York City, New York

Hybrid Schedule (M/F remote, T/W/TH in-office)

At Magnite, we cultivate an environment of continuous growth and collaboration. Our work impacts what millions of people read, watch, and buy, and we’re looking for people to help us tackle that responsibility with creativity and focus. Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI) is the world’s largest independent sell-side advertising platform. Publishers use our technology to monetize their content across all screens and formats including CTV / streaming, online video, display, and audio. Our tech fuels billions of transactions per day!

About this team:

We are a team of ad tech experts with diverse experience across the programmatic, publisher and agency ecosystem. The Agency Development team focuses on developing relationships with and servicing the major holding companies.

In this role you will:
  • Understand, build, and manage relationships with digital advertising agency buyers in the NYC market with a focus on the major holding companies.
  • Actively track sales pipeline and meet or exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets.
  • Evangelize all buying techniques utilized through our programmatic infrastructure
  • Create unique and customized media plans for high profile programmatic buyers
  • Analyze market trends, and client needs to create and pitch unique/customized media plans to digital media buyers through Managed Service (direct IO) deals
  • Drive formal RFP responses for your client prospects
  • Understand new publisher inventory options & product offerings to educate/consult digital advertising agency buyers
  • Monitor partner's business results, making recommendations for improvements to increase penetration for the strategic partners.
  • Work to secure, conduct and win client prospect meetings and manage them from initiation to close deals
  • Performs other sales- related duties as assigned by management
We’re looking for someone with:
  • Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 6+ years of adtech sales / consulting / Agency experience with large digital advertising agencies on the East Coast
  • An experienced sales hunter who can leverage their existing contacts with holding companies
  • Solid experience within the online advertising space, specifically Online Video & OTT, and programmatic selling or buying experience
  • A proven track record delivering on and exceeding revenue goals from multiple accounts
  • Experience in Excel, Google Suite, Salesforce, and Analytics Platform/Data Evaluation
  • High level of integrity, excellent presentation, organizational and communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex products, services, and deal structures
Perks and Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage from Day One
  • Generous Time Off
  • Holiday Breaks and Quarterly Wellness Days
  • Equity and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Family-Focused Benefits and Parental Leave
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Cell Phone Subsidy
  • Fitness and Wellness Reimbursement
Company Culture:

We believe collaboration is essential to success. Magnite’s hybrid schedule includes two days worked remotely (Monday and Friday) and three days on-site (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday). Our offices provide catered lunches, beverages, snacks, training and development, and office events to support your work week. We also understand you have appointments, families, hobbies, and other commitments. Magnite strives to maintain a healthy work/life integration for all employees so you can bring your best every day - both at work and at home. Community Service and Volunteer Events Company-Matched Charitable Contributions Wellness Coach and Mental Health Support Career Development Initiatives and a Career Growth Framework Culture and Inclusion Programs Bonusly Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program

About Us

The world's leading agencies and brands trust our platform to access brand-safe, high-quality ad inventory and execute billions of advertising transactions each month. Anchored in bustling New York City, sunny Los Angeles, mile-high Denver, historic London, and down under in Sydney, Magnite has offices across North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC.

In New York, the base salary range for this position is: $110,000 - $120,000 in addition to an annual variable bonus based on performance and company equity (NASDAQ: MGNI).

Magnite is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Our Commitment: We aim to incorporate a wide range of voices into our Magnite culture, cultivating an environment where employees feel welcomed, cared for, and encouraged to freely share ideas. We are committed to employee growth, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation. We invest in Magnite’s local communities. We seek talent from all backgrounds to champion corporate values of seeing the big picture and being catalysts of change.

Magnite was born in 2020 when the programmatic ad pioneers at Rubicon Project teamed up with the CTV experts at Telaria. To accelerate our CTV ambitions, we acquired CTV leader SpotX and ad management platform SpringServe in 2021. Now, Magnite is the industry’s largest scaled, independent CTV/video ad platform. Though CTV and video are now as important to Magnite as ever, we remain committed to our roots as an omnichannel SSP. Thousands of publishers around the globe rely on our technology to sell advertising on their terms and across every channel and format—including CTV, desktop, mobile, and audio. Likewise, we help the world’s leading agencies and brands reach millions of consumers efficiently, safely, and while respecting their privacy. The Magnite team is made up of hundreds of people across North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC, and our stock is traded on NASDAQ as MGNI.

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