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We are looking for publisher development professionals with strong local publisher relationships and a deep understanding of programmatic monetization. This role is focused on identifying, onboarding ...

We are on pace to grow 2X this year in revenue as compared to 3X last year and need motivated and determined Publisher Development Representatives to help increase our global operational footprint.

We are on pace to grow 2X this year in revenue as compared to 3X last year and need motivated and determined Publisher Development Representatives to help increase our global operational footprint.

Publisher Development Manager

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site +1

$100K - $120K/yr

As a Publisher Development Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day interactions with a portfolio of publisher accounts at Impact. You will use strong problem solving and solution ...

Publisher Development Manager

New York, NY · On-site +1

$100K - $120K/yr

As a Publisher Development Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day interactions with a portfolio of publisher accounts at Impact. You will use strong problem solving and solution ...

Publisher Development Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

As a Publisher Development Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day interactions with a portfolio of publisher accounts at Impact. You will use strong problem solving and solution ...

Publisher Development Manager

New York, NY · On-site +1

$100K - $120K/yr

As a Publisher Development Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day interactions with a portfolio of publisher accounts at Impact. You will use strong problem solving and solution ...

$150 - $200/hr

The opportunity You join LoopMe's global Marketplace team on the supply side, owning new publisher development across the mobile ecosystem in the Americas. You're responsible for identifying ...

Job Overview OpenX is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Vice President of Global Publisher Development to lead our publisher‑facing Business Development (sales) and Account Management teams.

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How much do publisher development jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for publisher development 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 publisher development?

Publisher Development refers to the process of building and maintaining relationships with publishers, typically in the digital advertising and media industry. Professionals in this role work to expand a company's network of publisher partners, negotiate deals, optimize revenue opportunities, and ensure that publishers are satisfied with the services provided. The goal is to create mutually beneficial partnerships that help publishers monetize their content and help the company grow its inventory and reach. Publisher Development teams often collaborate with sales, marketing, and technical teams to provide comprehensive support to publishers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a publisher development professional?

To thrive in Publisher Development, you need strong negotiation, relationship management, and analytical skills, often coupled with a background in digital media, marketing, or business. Familiarity with ad tech platforms, programmatic advertising systems, and CRM tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach set top performers apart in this role. These skills are crucial for building mutually beneficial partnerships, optimizing revenue, and adapting to the fast-evolving digital advertising landscape.

What are some common challenges faced in publisher development roles and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Publisher Development often encounter challenges such as building strong relationships with diverse publishers, staying updated on rapidly evolving ad technology, and negotiating mutually beneficial partnerships. Navigating differences in publisher needs or expectations and aligning them with company goals requires strong communication and problem-solving skills. Staying proactive by regularly attending industry events, continuously learning about digital advertising trends, and fostering open, transparent communication can help overcome these challenges and drive successful collaborations.

What is the difference between Publisher Development vs Ad Operations?

AspectPublisher DevelopmentAd Operations
Primary FocusBuilding relationships with publishers, acquiring new partners, optimizing revenue streamsManaging ad campaigns, troubleshooting, ensuring ad delivery and performance
Skills & CredentialsSales, negotiation, industry knowledge, analyticsTechnical skills, analytics, campaign management tools
Work EnvironmentBusiness development, client-facing, strategic planningTechnical, data-driven, operational tasks

Publisher Development focuses on expanding publisher partnerships and revenue growth through relationship-building and strategic initiatives. In contrast, Ad Operations handles the technical execution, management, and optimization of ad campaigns. Both roles are essential in the digital advertising ecosystem but differ in their core responsibilities and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Publisher Development job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,196 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Publisher Development Manager

Miami, FL • On-site, Remote

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About the COOL company
The COOL company is a global leader in AI-powered advertising technology, helping brands, agencies, and publishers simplify advertising and amplify performance.
Powered by COOL AI, our intelligent platform unifies creative generation, media activation, optimization, and attribution into one continuously learning system. Instead of relying on fragmented tools and manual campaign management, COOL AI executes thousands of real-time micro-optimizations across search, social, display, video, and connected TV-helping customers launch faster, optimize continuously, and achieve stronger business outcomes.
Our innovation and growth have earned industry-wide recognition, including being named a 7-time recipient of the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies, a 2-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 honoree, recognized on Crain's New York Fast 50, honored by the Digiday Media Awards for helping modernize digital media, and named one of Adweek's Top 10 Fastest Growing Solution Providers globally.
We're building the future of advertising, where every signal becomes intelligence and every optimization drives performance. As we continue to grow globally, we're looking for curious, ambitious people who want to work with cutting-edge AI technology, solve complex challenges, and help redefine what's possible in modern advertising.
About the Role
The COOL company, a next-generation Supply-Side Platform (SSP), is expanding its global publisher partnerships team across several key international markets.
We are looking for publisher development professionals with strong local publisher relationships and a deep understanding of programmatic monetization. This role is focused on identifying, onboarding, and growing premium publisher partnerships across web, mobile app, and CTV inventory.
As a Regional Publisher Development Manager, you will own the full publisher partnership lifecycle, from prospecting and outreach to commercial negotiations, onboarding coordination, and long-term revenue growth.
Target Markets
We are actively hiring across the following regions/languages:
  • Turkey / Turkish
  • Vietnam / Vietnamese
  • Brazil / Portuguese
  • Spain, Mexico, Colombia & broader LATAM / Spanish
  • South Korea / Korean
  • Arabic-speaking markets (Egypt / MENA)
  • Russian-speaking markets (CIS / Cyprus)
Responsibilities & Duties
  • Identify and onboard premium publishers within your assigned region
  • Build relationships with publisher owners, monetization teams, ad ops teams, and programmatic decision-makers
  • Lead outbound prospecting, discovery calls, partnership discussions, and commercial negotiations
  • Educate publishers on the value of our SSP, direct demand relationships, and monetization capabilities
  • Work closely with account management, ad operations, and technical teams to ensure smooth integrations and successful launches
  • Manage onboarding timelines and partner communication throughout the integration process
  • Maintain accurate pipeline management and CRM tracking
  • Grow long-term publisher relationships focused on revenue performance and retention
  • Represent the COOL company within your regional programmatic ecosystem
Challenges & Opportunities
This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing global SSP backed by exclusive advertiser demand, performance-focused technology, and omnichannel monetization capabilities.
You'll work directly with premium publishers in your market and help them unlock incremental revenue through our direct demand partnerships, proprietary technology, and programmatic infrastructure.
We are looking for entrepreneurial, relationship-driven individuals who understand their local publisher ecosystem and can independently drive strategic publisher growth.
Qualifications
Professional Competencies
  • 1+ years of experience in publisher development, SSP partnerships, programmatic advertising, or ad tech business development
  • Strong understanding of SSPs, header bidding, Prebid, and publisher monetization strategies
  • Existing relationships within local publisher and ad tech ecosystems preferred
  • Experience onboarding or managing publisher partnerships is highly preferred
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Comfortable navigating both commercial and technical conversations
  • Proven ability to close and grow publisher partnerships
Education
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
Software Skill Set
  • CRM platforms (HubSpot or similar)
  • Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office / Google Sheets
  • Adobe Sign or similar contract management tools
Soft Skills
  • Self-starter with strong ownership mindset
  • Relationship-oriented and commercially driven
  • Organized, proactive, and detail-focused
  • Adaptable in fast-paced startup environments
  • Strong cross-cultural communication skills
  • Strategic and growth-minded
Preferred Candidate Profile
Ideal candidates will have:
  • Experience working with publishers, SSPs, or programmatic monetization platforms
  • Strong local publisher relationships within their assigned region
  • Understanding of publisher monetization and ad tech infrastructure
  • Fluency in English and the regional language for their market
Cultural Competencies
  • Must be able to work primarily between the hours of 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM ET
  • Must have a player/coach mentality, willing to both execute and lead
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently and set and meet deadlines
  • Skilled at receiving and providing direct feedback
  • Collaborative mindset and great teamwork skills
  • Entrepreneurial & adaptable; great learning skills
  • Curious, research-minded, data-informed
  • Able to search for possible solutions and apply them
  • Creative confidence
  • Proactive communicator
  • A sense of humor and a love of online culture
  • Thrives in a start-up culture

Department Publisher Sales Locations Global Remote Remote status Fully Remote Employment type Contract