Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager
Tredence, Long Island City, NY, United States
Job Title: Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager
Overview
We are seeking a
Linear Ad Operations professional
to manage end-to-end ad trafficking, scheduling, and execution for linear TV campaigns. The role requires deep expertise in broadcast workflows, inventory management, and coordination across sales, traffic, and finance teams to ensure seamless campaign delivery. Key Responsibilities Manage
end-to-end linear ad operations lifecycle
including order entry, trafficking, scheduling, and reconciliation Work with
sales planning teams
to translate deals into executable schedules and ensure accurate inventory allocation Operate and maintain trafficking systems such as
WideOrbit, OSI, or equivalent broadcast platforms Ensure
campaign accuracy, on-time delivery, and compliance
with advertiser and network requirements Monitor campaign performance, resolve discrepancies, and manage
makegoods and billing adjustments Collaborate with
sales, finance, programming, and traffic teams
to optimize execution workflows Support
cross-platform initiatives (Linear + CTV + Digital)
where applicable Maintain documentation and enforce
AdOps best practices and process standardization Required Qualifications 410+ years of experience in
Linear Ad Operations / Traffic / Sales Operations Hands-on experience with
broadcast trafficking systems (WideOrbit, OSI, etc.) Strong understanding of
linear TV scheduling, inventory, and ad sales workflows Experience working with
media networks, broadcasters, or cable organizations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to manage multiple campaigns and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with
cross-platform ad operations (CTV / Digital / Programmatic) Familiarity with
ratings (Nielsen), audience measurement, and reporting tools Exposure to
ad sales systems, deal management, and yield optimization Basic knowledge of
data tools (Excel, SQL, or reporting dashboards) Key Skills Ad Trafficking & Scheduling Inventory & Yield Management Campaign Execution & Reconciliation Broadcast Systems (WideOrbit, OSI) Stakeholder Management Attention to Detail & Operational Excellence Success Metrics Campaign delivery accuracy and timeliness Reduction in makegoods and billing discrepancies Improved inventory utilization and yield Stakeholder satisfaction (Sales, Finance, Clients)
Linear Ad Operations professional
to manage end-to-end ad trafficking, scheduling, and execution for linear TV campaigns. The role requires deep expertise in broadcast workflows, inventory management, and coordination across sales, traffic, and finance teams to ensure seamless campaign delivery. Key Responsibilities Manage
end-to-end linear ad operations lifecycle
including order entry, trafficking, scheduling, and reconciliation Work with
sales planning teams
to translate deals into executable schedules and ensure accurate inventory allocation Operate and maintain trafficking systems such as
WideOrbit, OSI, or equivalent broadcast platforms Ensure
campaign accuracy, on-time delivery, and compliance
with advertiser and network requirements Monitor campaign performance, resolve discrepancies, and manage
makegoods and billing adjustments Collaborate with
sales, finance, programming, and traffic teams
to optimize execution workflows Support
cross-platform initiatives (Linear + CTV + Digital)
where applicable Maintain documentation and enforce
AdOps best practices and process standardization Required Qualifications 410+ years of experience in
Linear Ad Operations / Traffic / Sales Operations Hands-on experience with
broadcast trafficking systems (WideOrbit, OSI, etc.) Strong understanding of
linear TV scheduling, inventory, and ad sales workflows Experience working with
media networks, broadcasters, or cable organizations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to manage multiple campaigns and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with
cross-platform ad operations (CTV / Digital / Programmatic) Familiarity with
ratings (Nielsen), audience measurement, and reporting tools Exposure to
ad sales systems, deal management, and yield optimization Basic knowledge of
data tools (Excel, SQL, or reporting dashboards) Key Skills Ad Trafficking & Scheduling Inventory & Yield Management Campaign Execution & Reconciliation Broadcast Systems (WideOrbit, OSI) Stakeholder Management Attention to Detail & Operational Excellence Success Metrics Campaign delivery accuracy and timeliness Reduction in makegoods and billing discrepancies Improved inventory utilization and yield Stakeholder satisfaction (Sales, Finance, Clients)