Acquisition Director (Programmatic)

Jump 450 Media

3d•$100,000 - $115,000•Remote

About The Position

We’re looking for a strategic, data-driven Director of Acquisition to lead performance media efforts across Programmatic, Search, and Social channels—with a heavy emphasis on Programmatic media buying and strategy. You’ll own the full lifecycle of paid media campaigns for key client accounts, from planning and activation through optimization and reporting. You’re fluent in leading DSPs like DV360, The Trade Desk, and Amazon, and comfortable driving acquisition across platforms like Google Ads and Meta. You’ll serve as both a hands-on operator and strategic leader—partnering with internal teams and clients to deliver measurable growth. This is an ideal role for someone who is deeply technical in Programmatic media but also well-versed in broader acquisition channels and full-funnel marketing strategy.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in paid media with deep, hands-on expertise in Programmatic advertising (DV360, The Trade Desk, Amazon DSP)
Proven experience managing large-scale, data-driven media campaigns across Search (Google/Bing) and Social (Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn)
Skilled in performance analytics, forecasting, pacing, A/B testing, and translating insights into action
Comfortable managing multi-million dollar budgets with accountability to strict performance KPI
Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and drive alignment
Strong understanding of attribution models, conversion tracking, and incrementality testing
Self-starter mindset and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Serve as the clients’ go-to expert in Programmatic while also overseeing Search and Social channel performance for client campaigns
Own end-to-end campaign strategy and execution across DV360, The Trade Desk, Amazon DSP, Google Ads, Meta, and more
Build and present multi-channel media plans with clear budget allocations, KPIs, pacing, and testing roadmaps
Drive continuous optimization using a deep understanding of real-time bidding, audience segmentation, and platform algorithms
Collaborate with creative and analytics teams to develop test-and-learn strategies that improve performance across all channels
Provide high-touch communication with clients, including strategic recommendations, performance reporting, and actionable next steps
Stay ahead of trends in ad tech, platform capabilities, and data privacy regulations to inform and future-proof campaign strategy
Analyze performance across channels, synthesize insights, and deliver executive-level reporting and recommendations
Develop strategic roadmaps and test plans that ladder up to client business goals, with a strong focus on efficiency and scale
Train and mentor junior team members in performance marketing best practices and platform fundamentals

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holidays.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
A creative and collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision Insurance Benefits
Life and Accident Insurance Plans
Short and Long Term Disability Plans
Employee Assistance Programs
Employee Purchase Programs with thousands of discounts available
Family Forming Plans
Secure Travel & Identity Theft
Health Savings Account (HDS)
Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Access to MetLife Legal Plan Services
401k Match Plans
Commuter Transportation Benefits
Access to Virtual Health Services such as Telaheath, 2nd.md and Calm App
Paid Holidays (long weekends and end of the year closure)
Flexible / Numerous PTO Days
Half-Day Fridays All Year (Not Just in the Summer!)
New MacBook Pros and additional office needs for reimbursement
Communal Meeting Rooms and Standing Workstations are Available in our NY Office
Company Events & Happy Hours
10 Week Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement Of Up To $5,000 per calendar year