Criterion Global is hiring: TV (CTV + Broadcast) Media Buyer / Supervisor (DACH)

About Criterion Global Criterion Global is a rare independent international media strategy and buying agency , purpose-built for growth in the new global economy . We help ambitious brands expand across borders through agile global coverage, rigorous thinking, and true in-market capability—without the structural constraints of holding-company networks. We believe great media outcomes are the result of strong individual judgment combined with deep collaboration . Our teams work closely across markets, disciplines, and time zones—bringing multiple senior perspectives to every investment decision. While we operate lean by design, no one at Criterion Global works in isolation. This Role The TV (CTV + Broadcast) Media Buyer / Supervisor for DACH will lead video investment strategy and execution across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland , managing high-value broadcast and connected TV budgets in one of Europe’s most complex and premium TV markets. This role requires deep understanding of broadcaster economics, inventory quality, audience delivery, and negotiation dynamics across both traditional TV and modern streaming environments. You will work closely with Criterion Global’s global video, strategy, and analytics teams , contributing DACH-specific expertise while benefiting from shared frameworks, senior collaboration, and cross-market insight. Core Responsibilities Lead planning, buying, and optimization of TV and CTV campaigns across DACH markets Manage relationships with broadcasters, streaming platforms, and premium video publishers Evaluate inventory quality, audience delivery, pricing structures, and value tradeoffs across markets Develop defensible investment strategies tailored to each DACH market’s media structure Collaborate with global video, digital, and analytics teams to align cross-channel video strategy Oversee campaign pacing, delivery, and performance measurement Ensure clean trafficking, QA, and post-campaign reconciliation Produce clear, executive-ready reporting explaining outcomes, tradeoffs, and learning Identify opportunities for improved buying efficiency, smarter allocation, and stronger negotiation leverage Requirements & Qualifications Proven experience buying and supervising TV and/or CTV campaigns in DACH markets Strong understanding of broadcaster ecosystems, audience measurement, and inventory economics Experience working across both linear TV and streaming / addressable environments Ability to articulate and defend investment decisions grounded in market realities Multilingual capability preferred; English fluency required for global collaboration Highly organized, detail-oriented, and accountable Comfortable operating in a contract-based role while embedded in a collaborative team structure Bonus: experience supporting international brands or multi-market video strategies What Success Looks Like Video investments consistently deliver against agreed reach, quality, and performance objectives Stakeholders trust your judgment on inventory quality and allocation decisions Strong collaboration with global paid media and analytics teams Clear communication of results, tradeoffs, and improvement opportunities Recognition as a DACH video authority within Criterion Global’s global media practice What We Offer Ongoing contract engagement with long-term opportunity High-impact work across premium TV and CTV environments Collaboration with best-in-class global paid media teams Direct access to senior agency leadership and decision-makers Autonomy paired with shared accountability and support A culture that values rigor, teamwork, and defensible thinking over templates Compensation, Payment & Contractor Status To support an efficient and transparent review process, applicants are asked to briefly describe their preferred compensation structure (e.g., hourly, daily, project-based, or retainer) and their proposed rate or fee range, including currency. All engagements are offered on an independent contractor basis only and do not create an employment, partnership, or agency relationship. Compensation information is requested for planning and evaluation purposes and is non-binding; final terms will be subject to mutual agreement, defined scope, availability, jurisdictional and tax requirements. Where applicable, payments to international contractors may be made in the agreed local currency or USD, with any foreign exchange conversion handled at prevailing market rates through the Company’s designated payment provider. Apply for TV (CTV + Broadcast) Media Buyer / Supervisor (DACH) First Name * Last Name * Email Address * Country Resume / CV * (PDF, DOC, or DOCX - Max 5MB) Click to upload resume 150–200 words on why you're interested in this position * (0 words) Please note where you are currently authorized to work, and whether you may require sponsorship for employment. * Yes No Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B)? * Responding "Yes" will not preclude you from consideration for employment. Yes No What are your compensation expectations? You acknowledge that your personal information will be collected and used in accordance with the Privacy Terms linked at criterionglobal.com/terms. The Privacy Notice provides information about how your data is used and how you may exercise your data rights (such as access, correction, or deletion). If you need more information, please contact the Privacy Contact identified in the Privacy Notice. * Notes Criterion Global is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization. Employment at Criterion Global is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic—not an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sex offenses, reproductive health decision, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Base pay is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Depending on these same considerations, the total compensation package may also include other elements, including bonuses or additional awards, along with healthcare, educational, and/or other benefits (subject to eligibility criteria such as 401(k) participation). Details of any benefit plans will be provided if an offer is extended. If hired, employment will be at-will, and the company reserves the right to modify base salary and any discretionary compensation or benefits programs at any time based on individual performance, department performance, company performance, or market factors. Disclaimer Fake job scams are increasingly common, and scammers may impersonate personnel to seem more convincing. Criterion Global does not use instant messaging to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews. We never require prospective employees to send personal information or incur fees as part of our recruiting process. If you believe you have been the victim of a scam, please call +1 646 330 4673. #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: The TV (CTV + Broadcast) Media Buyer / Supervisor for DACH will lead video investment strategy and execution across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland . The role requires deep understanding of broadcaster economics, inventory quality, audience delivery, and negotiation dynamics across traditional TV and modern streaming environments . En Español: Criterion Global es una estrategia de medios y agencia de compra internacional independiente rara, diseñada para el crecimiento en la nueva economía global. Ayudamos a las marcas ambiciosas a expandirse a través de fronteras mediante cobertura global ágil, pensamiento riguroso y verdadera capacidad del mercadosin las restricciones estructurales de las redes de empresas holding. Creemos que los grandes resultados mediáticos son el resultado de un fuerte juicio individual combinado con una profunda colaboración . Nuestros equipos trabajan estrechamente entre mercados, disciplinas y zonas horarias aportando múltiples perspectivas superiores a cada decisión de inversión. Trabajará en estrecha colaboración con los equipos globales de vídeo, estrategia y análisis de Criterion Global, contribuyendo a la experiencia específica de DACH al tiempo que se beneficia de marcos compartidos, colaboraciones superiores y conocimientos transnacionales. Responsabilidades fundamentales Lidera planificación, compra y optimización de ofertas de TV y CTV en todos los mercados del DACH Administrar las relaciones con emisoras, plataformas de transmisión y editores de vídeos premium Evaluar estructuras de calidad de inventario, entrega de audiencia, compromiso de precios y compromisos de valor a través de cada mercado, desarrollando estrategias de inversión específicas adaptadas a cada mercado DACH La estructura de medios digitales Colaborar con equipos mundiales para alinear una estrategia intercanal Supervisar el acondicionamiento de campañas, la entrega y la medición de rendimiento Garantiendo el tráfico de contenidos, la calidad y la post-configuración Definición de productos y servicios ACC Compartiremos las mejores oportunidades de trabajo de los equipos internacionales En cuanto a la capacidad de gestión y la calidad de los sistemas operativos de comunicación de televisión y de alta definición, así como mejorar sus capacidades de uso e intercambio de imágenes y de información Los objetivos más relevantes Todos los compromisos se ofrecen únicamente en base a un contratista independiente y no crean una relación de empleo, asociación o agencia. Se solicita información sobre la compensación para fines de planificación y evaluación y es no vinculante; las condiciones finales estarán sujetas al acuerdo mutuo, alcance definido, disponibilidad, requisitos jurisdiccionales e impositivos. Cuando corresponda, los pagos a los contratistas internacionales pueden hacerse en moneda local acordada o USD, con cualquier conversión de divisas manejada a tasas de mercado prevalecientes a través del proveedor de pago designado por la Compañía. Solicite TV (CTV + Broadcast) Media Buyer / Supervisor (DACH) First * Last Name Country * Email Address * Precume / CV * (PDF, DOC, o DOCX - Max 5MB). Si necesita más información, póngase en contacto con el Contacto de Privacidad identificado en el Aviso de privacidad. * Notas Criterion Global es un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades. Celebramos la diversidad y nos comprometemos a crear un entorno inclusivo para todos los empleados, lo que significa que estamos comprometidos a crear y celebrar pensamientos, culturas y antecedentes diversos en toda nuestra organización. El empleo en Criterión Global se basa en habilidades sustanciales, calificaciones objetivas y ética laboral no en la raza, credo, color, religión, sexo o género, identidad o expresión sexual, orientación sexual, origen nacional o ascendencia, estado de alienación o ciudadanía, discapacidad física o mental, embarazo, edad, información genética, estatus veterano, condición matrimonial, estatuto como víctima de violencia doméstica o prestaciones sexuales, atención médica básica u otras características protegidas por 401 (bases). Se proporcionarán detalles de cualquier plan de beneficios si se extiende una oferta. Si se contrata, el empleo será a voluntad, y la compañía se reserva el derecho de modificar el salario básico y cualquier compensación o programas de beneficios discrecionales en cualquier momento basándose en el rendimiento individual, el desempeño del departamento, el funcionamiento de la empresa o factores de mercado. Disclaimer Las estafas de trabajo falsas son cada vez más comunes, y los estafadores pueden hacerse pasar por personal para parecer más convincentes. Criterion Global no utiliza mensajería instantánea para contactar con posibles empleados ni realizar entrevistas. Nunca exigimos que futuros empleados envíen información personal o cobren cargos como parte de nuestro proceso de reclutamiento.