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The Senior Ad Operations Associate is a key contributor within FreeWheel's Programmatic Operations business, supporting the monetization of premium video inventory across top-tier TV Programmers, MVPDs, and major digital publishers. This role provides advanced operational expertise across programmatic campaigns, ensuring flawless execution, optimization, and technical troubleshooting for marketplace transactions at scale. As a senior individual contributor, this role drives operational excellence, leads complex campaign workflows, and serves as a technical escalation point for internal teams and clients. The Senior Associate partners closely across all Demand Sales teams, Product, Engineering to improve processes, influence platform enhancements, and elevate the overall buyer and publisher experience. This position reports to the Director of Supply Curation and Enablement.
Job Responsibility
Lead complex campaign execution
Serve as an operational expert
Ensure rigorous QA standards
Partner with client-facing teams
Support strategic planning
Drive workflow improvements
AI Assisted Operations
Product Collaboration
Process Optimization
Escalation Lead
Mentor junior team members
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
4-6+ years of experience in digital Ad Operations within an SSP, DSP, Agency Trading Desk, Ad Network, or Publisher
Advanced proficiency with digital ad servers and/or SSP platforms
FreeWheel experience strongly preferred
Deep understanding of digital video standards (VAST, OpenRTB) and programmatic video environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
High EQ and a collaborative mindset, with experience supporting or guiding junior team members
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and drive initiatives forward without direct supervision
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Customer Experience (CX)
Ad Operations (Ad Ops)
Collaboration
Communication
Nice to have
FreeWheel experience strongly preferred
What we offer
Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 6% of your pay
Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time
Exclusive perks + discounts, including tuition assistance, commuter benefits and more