Manager, Media Buying
About The Position
DSPolitical pioneers the best integration of data and technology to persuade audiences and deliver wins for Democratic and progressive candidates, causes, and issues with the most efficient and effective digital advertising campaigns in politics and issue advocacy. As a digital media agency, DSPolitical doesn’t just offer solutions -- we create them. Our award-winning team works hand-in-hand to develop and deploy leading-edge solutions, uniquely crafted to reach the audiences our clients need to be successful in both the public affairs and political arenas. DSPolitical works hard to provide our clients with innovative solutions based on the diverse perspectives of our team. To that end, we’re committed to recruiting team members from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. DSPolitical is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all races, colors, gender identities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national and ethnic origins, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, and all backgrounds. DSPolitical job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We’re always looking for exceptional people to join our team. If this sounds like you, please apply!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience, preferred.
- 4+ years of experience with hands-on management of digital media. Roles in the political or public affairs space are preferred.
- Experience with Search and Social platforms, primarily Google Ads Meta, and LinkedIn.
- Exposure to programmatic media, DSPs and Ad Servers preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, and the Google Suite platform.
- Proven leadership and project management experience.
- A demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions with a razor-like attention to detail.
- Relevant project management experience required, along with demonstrated ability to manage teams of two or more.
- Experience managing remote staff is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Roles in the political or public affairs space are preferred.
- Exposure to programmatic media, DSPs and Ad Servers preferred.
- Experience managing remote staff is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day campaign functions and ensure campaign performance meets or exceeds standards.
- Supervise and mentor a team of Associates and Senior Associates, providing training and guidance.
- Serve as a trainer for new staff on all platforms and processes.
- Manage successful campaigns with measurement elements, including studies and advanced reporting.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for campaign troubleshooting and escalation.
- Manage campaign execution for small-to-midsize campaigns.
- Stay up to date on digital advertising trends and recommend new products/techniques.
- Conduct regular performance reviews for direct reports.
- Complete expense reports accurately and on time.
- Ability to travel up to 10% as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The base salary is $64,000 - $68,000 annually depending upon factors including, but not limited to, experience, skill level, education and location.
- Open leave (paid time off)
- Paid Leave for new parents
- Health insurance (including dental and vision)
- Flex Spending Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K with company matching
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Mobile phone & internet reimbursement and much more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
