Director, Ad Operations

The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking a Director of Ad Operations to oversees the customer relationship management and order management systems and sets strategy for the ad operations team, Cultivate and shares a center of operational expertise for the execution and management of digital advertising, create policies and operationalizes new revenue opportunities and emerging revenue generating products, and be primary project manager to plan, implement and maintain ad tech stack.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Work with internal business units on establishing policies, processes and procedures to operationalize and implement ad productsBe the primary liaison for all internal groups in ensuring accurate and optimal ad campaign performanceOversee the operational roll-out and implementation of new productsCollaborate with internal teams to explore new technologies and potential external partnerships that will help enhance advertising capabilities in order to drive business and increase revenue opportunitiesAct as a team member with sales management and account executives on advertising campaigns from quote to renewal, providing innovative ways to drive campaign successOversee Ad Operations staff to ensure advertising campaigns are fulfilled as expectedProvide guidance, direction, coaching and development to members of the Ad Operations teamPerform other duties as assignedWork closely with stations to transform procedures based on feedback from those stationsPoint person on internal Ad Ops initiatives including, but not limited to Ad Server migration, potential Order Management System evaluation and testing, etc.Provide constructive and candid feedback to the sales team when needed.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience with a minimum of 5 years of experience an operations environment.3+ years of management experience requiredExperience with a variety of technologies used for metricsExperience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools and platforms.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to solve problems quickly and with extreme attention to detailAbility to collaborate on projects and lead a teamStrong understanding of ad operations, platforms, technologies, and industry trendsExcellent analytical skillsAbility to work well in a fast-paced environment

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SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at scripps.com.

ABOUT SCRIPPS

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

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