Sr. Analyst, VPM

Ovative Group•Minneapolis, MN

11d•$62,000 - $93,000

About The Position

The Sr. Analyst, VPM position is an opportunity to take the next step at a fast-growing company that has the highest standards for talent, fun, and client success. The ideal candidate demonstrates phenomenal client management, inspiring team leadership, great critical thinking and a sophisticated understanding of the video/audio landscape. Their role will play a pivotal part in helping Ovative continue our journey toward measuring and optimizing paid media to the true enterprise impact, not solely ecommerce impacts.

Requirements

3+ years of experience directly responsible for enterprise-level Video/Audio Advertising or related programs with digital video and audio expertise across YouTube, online video, CTV, Streaming Audio and Podcasts
Proven mastery of the following: Performance based, direct response marketing programs
Programmatic Trading via self-service DSPs (The Trade Desk, DV360, or others)
Execution with ad serving tools and technology (The Trade Desk, Google Ads, DCM etc.)
Ad Verification Tool usage (DoubleVerify, MOAT, IAS, etc.)
External partner management
Solid analytical background demonstrating the ability to understand business problems, analyze trends, draw conclusions and make actionable recommendations; Proven track record of success driving strong results
Great communication and client management skills
Sound conceptual and analytical problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work independently and drive efforts from start to finish

Nice To Haves

Strong digital video/audio experience
Previous experience in performance marketing, retail, eCommerce, etc.
Experience planning/buying TV/Radio a nice to have

Responsibilities

Act as a subject matter expert for Video and Audio Media strategies (e.g. CTV, OLV, YouTube, streaming audio; TV/Radio a plus) by continually evolving Ovative’s approach to best practices, vetting and partnering with new technology companies, managing planning and execution tools, and staying on top of emerging trends
Develop and drive forward holistic cross-platform video and media strategies and roadmaps aligned with client program growth goals
Understand and find synergies with other paid media channels within the client mix in partnership across activate teams
Lead day-to-day management, execution, and optimization of client video and audio programs including: Campaign planning, strategy and plan documentation, Campaign tactics, audience build-out and optimization, DSP Algorithmic and manual bidding strategy and optimization, Test ideation, planning, and management, Analysis, reporting and insights, Creative management and trafficking execution, Inventory management, Strategic partner management, Ad Verification Tool strategy and analytics
Demonstrate an understanding of client business/industry and how their work connects to the broader project and client goals
Lead day-to-day management of client Video and Audio programs including: Clearly defining program objectives, tactics and KPIs, Developing and delivering client communication, Build video/audio-specific strategies for clients and lead tactical planning and execution, Effectively manage & grow client relationship and establish trust and credibility
Manage work independently with initial direction from leadership
Regularly speak up, ask questions, and express your POV
Help train new Ovative team members
Foster a culture of open communication and 360-degree feedback

Benefits

Access to all office spaces in MSP, NYC, and CHI
Frequent, paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events, team events, and in-person collaboration with teams
Generous paid vacation policy
401k match program
Top-notch health insurance options, inclusive of same sex partners
Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs
Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan
Sabbatical program
Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program
Shenanigan’s Day