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Media.Monks

$70K/yr

This is considered a remote/hybrid role, and you can expect to work with clients and other team ... Ad Servers: Campaign Manager * Social Buying Platforms: Meta, LinkedIn, X, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit

Media.Monks

Specialist, Media Operations

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$75K/yr

This is considered a remote/hybrid role, and you can expect to work with clients and other team ... Ad Servers: Campaign Manager * Social Buying Platforms: Meta, LinkedIn, X, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit

Media.Monks

$80K/yr

This is considered a remote/hybrid role, and you can expect to work with clients and other team ... Ad Servers: Campaign Manager * Social Buying Platforms: Meta, LinkedIn, X, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit

Audacy, Inc.

$70K - $80K/yr

Senior Director, Data and Audience Products Employment Type: Full-Time Location(s): Open (East ... Remote Pay Transparency: The anticipated starting salary range is $70,000-80,000/yr. Salary to be ...

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How much do remote director ad operations jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote director 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.

What is the difference between Remote Director Ad Operations vs Remote Ad Operations Manager?

AspectRemote Director Ad OperationsRemote Ad Operations Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire ad operations strategy, manages teams, and aligns with business goalsManages daily ad operations, campaigns, and team tasks
Required CredentialsExperience in ad tech, leadership skills, industry certificationsTechnical knowledge of ad platforms, certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic, leadership-focused, cross-department collaborationOperational, campaign-focused, team management
Industry UsageCommon in large media companies and ad agenciesFound in digital marketing firms and media companies

The main difference between Remote Director Ad Operations and Remote Ad Operations Manager lies in scope and responsibility. The director focuses on strategic leadership and overall ad operations management, while the manager handles daily campaign execution and team supervision. Both roles require industry experience and technical knowledge, but the director's role is more strategic and leadership-oriented.

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Digital Advertising Operations Manager

Active Interest Media

Remote

$60K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Active Interest Media is seeking a Digital Advertising Operations Manager / Director to lead, modernize, and scale our digital advertising operations function. This role is responsible for ensuring flawless execution of all paid digital campaigns, while building a high-performing team grounded in accountability, speed, and customer-centric delivery. This leader will play a critical role in transforming our operations into a strategic growth engine-partnering closely with Sales to improve campaign performance, client outcomes, and revenue retention/expansion. This position reports directly to the SVP of Sales and is a key member of the Advertising leadership team.
Requirements
Campaign Execution & Delivery Excellence
Own end-to-end execution of all digital campaigns including:
  • Display (O&O and programmatic / extended reach)
  • Email marketing / newsletters
  • Sponsored content and custom programs
  • Social and emerging digital products
  • Video

Ensure all campaigns:
  • Launch on time and error-free
  • Are fully aligned with IOs and client expectations
  • Meet or exceed performance benchmarks

Implement QA processes and trafficking standards to eliminate execution errors
Establish clear SLAs for campaign setup, optimization, and reporting
Optimization & Performance Management
Lead ongoing campaign optimization strategy across all active campaigns
Translate campaign data into actionable insights and recommendations
Ensure every campaign includes:
  • Mid-flight optimization checkpoints
  • Post-campaign analysis with clear performance narrative

Partner with vendors and platforms (e.g., AdCellerant, programmatic partners) to maximize results
Drive improvement in:
  • CTR, conversions, engagement metrics
  • Client ROI and renewal rates

Reporting & Insights Delivery
Build and enforce a standardized reporting framework
Ensure all reports are: o Timely o Accurate o Client-ready
Elevate reporting from data dumps ? strategic insights
Provide Sales with:
  • Clear performance summaries
  • Forward-looking recommendations
  • Upsell/renewal opportunities based on results

Team Leadership & Development
Lead, coach, and develop the Digital Ad Operations team
Establish a culture of:
  • Accountability
  • Responsiveness
  • Continuous improvement

Define roles, workflows, and performance expectations
Implement training programs to upskill team in:
  • Platforms and tools
  • Optimization techniques
  • Client communication standards

Evaluate team structure and recommend hiring or restructuring as needed
Sales Partnership & Enablement
Act as the primary bridge between Sales and Operations
Support Sales in:
  • Building smarter, more effective proposals
  • Setting realistic expectations with clients
  • Structuring campaigns for performance and scalability

Educate and train sellers on: o Digital product capabilities
  • Best practices for packaging and positioning
  • What drives campaign success (and failure)

Join key client calls as a subject matter expert
Process, Systems & Operational Transformation
Audit current workflows and implement scalable, repeatable processes
Partner on CRM and system integration (e.g., Ad Orbit transition)
Establish KPIs and dashboards across:
  • Campaign delivery timelines
  • Performance metrics
  • Team productivity

Identify inefficiencies and drive automation and simplification
Ensure rate integrity and operational alignment with pricing and packaging
Success Metrics
On-time campaign launch rate
Reduction in errors / makegoods
Improvement in campaign performance metrics
Reporting turnaround time
Sales satisfaction and adoption of digital products
Client retention and renewal rates
Operational efficiency and throughput
Qualifications
5-10+ years in digital advertising operations, ad tech, or campaign management
Proven experience leading and developing teams
Deep understanding of:
  • Programmatic advertising
  • Ad serving and trafficking
  • Email marketing and audience targeting
  • Campaign analytics and optimization

Experience working cross-functionally with Sales teams
Strong command of ad platforms, reporting tools, and CRM systems
Ability to operate both strategically and tactically
Ideal Candidate Profile
Builder + operator: comfortable fixing and scaling a function
Highly accountable with a bias for action and urgency
Strong communicator who can simplify complexity for Sales teams
Data-driven with a focus on outcomes, not just activity
Comes from a place of "yes" regarding new products, changes or ideas.
Thrives in environments that require change, structure, and leadership
Is, and is thought of as, un-boring.
Why This Role Matters
This is a high-impact leadership role with the opportunity to:
  • Transform digital operations into a competitive advantage
  • Directly influence revenue growth and client success
  • Build a best-in-class operational team within a growing media organization

Why AIM?
Highly engaged, passionate audiences
Real product depth across digital, events, and content
Entrepreneurial environment with leadership visibility
Opportunity to shape revenue-not just chase it
If you're a builder, closer, and strategic thinker, we should talk. Top performers have a clear path to leadership and expanded ownership.
Active Interest Media values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Description
$60-70,000

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