Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager

Job Title: Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager

Location: New York, NY

Duration / Term: Contract

Experience Desired: 8+ Years

Job Description
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 make‑goods 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

4–10+ 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 make‑goods and billing discrepancies

Improved inventory utilization and yield

Stakeholder satisfaction (Sales, Finance, Clients)

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