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Programmatic Campaign Manager

Skill · Boston, MA, USA ·

Pay:
$40-$60/hr
Job type:
Full Time

Overview







Placement Type:


Temporary





Salary:


$40-60 Hourly






Start Date:


Jul 6, 2026





Our tech client is looking for a Programmatic Campaign Manager to support the Performance Media team for at least 2 months. This position will be responsible for the end-to-end execution, management, and optimization of programmatic media plans across multiple channels. This role combines tactical hands-on expertise with strategic insight to deliver measurable business outcomes and maximize client ROI.


Responsibilities


Strategy & Planning:



  • Develop and oversee multi-channel programmatic media strategies including Display, OLV, CTV, DOOH, Audio, and Native.

  • Identify third-party data segments, manage audience lists, and curate publisher lists.

  • Negotiate and implement direct and private marketplace (PMP) deals with media partners.

  • Campaign Execution & Optimization:

  • Manage the entire campaign lifecycle, including setup, trafficking, QA, and launch within DSPs such as DV360 and Amazon DSP.

  • Monitor campaign pacing, ad verification, brand safety, and viewability daily to ensure flawless execution.

  • Execute continuous optimization through bid adjustments, targeting refinement, and A/B testing.


Data, Reporting & Insights:



  • Interpret and report on attribution models to illustrate the impact of programmatic tactics on the full funnel.

  • Optimize campaigns through data-driven insights and performance tracking while highlighting key metrics, trends, and actionable recommendations.

  • Leverage Google Analytics, Looker Studio, and Marketing Cloud Intelligence to track, measure, and report on the success of paid media campaigns.

  • Client & Team Engagement:

  • Collaborate with the immediate team and cross-departmentally on marketing strategies aligned with client business goals.

  • Work cross-functionally with AdOps, SEM, and Paid Social teams to ensure integrated media strategies.


Experience:



  • 3+ years of proven experience in programmatic advertising activation and planning.

  • Hands-on experience with major DSPs including DV360, Amazon DSP, and the Trade Desk preferred.

  • Ability to translate complex digital media metrics into clear, meaningful campaign stories.

  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to lead client calls and present data-driven strategies.

  • Proficiency in process placing tracking pixels on client websites (directly or using GTM) and building online and offline conversion and attribution models


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