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Lead Digital and Programmatic Campaign Manager

Remuneration:cost-to-company 
Location:Johannesburg
Job level:Mid/Senior
Type:Permanent
Company:Ad Talent Africa

Job description

Who are we: We are a forward-thinking digital media company specialising in programmatic and connected digital advertising. Our focus is on delivering innovative, high-performing campaigns that leverage the latest ad technologies and data-driven insights.



Who are we looking for: Lead Digital and Programmatic Campaign Manager 
We are seeking a hands-on, tech-savvy Lead Digital and Programmatic Campaign Manager to own the delivery, optimisation and evolution of our digital campaigns. The ideal candidate has a strong programmatic or performance media background, is curious about new ad technologies and is motivated to improve workflows, systems and revenue performance.



What will you do:


    • Lead end-to-end execution of programmatic and digital campaigns across multiple channels

    • Translate campaign objectives into targeting, buying, pacing and optimisation strategies

    • Monitor campaign performance, investigate under-performance and implement corrective actions

    • Manage campaigns across DSPs and programmatic platforms, ensuring accurate trafficking and delivery

    • Oversee network and campaign performance, ensuring creatives render correctly and issues are resolved quickly

    • Explore and test new ad tech, platforms, integrations and tools to drive innovation and efficiency

    • Collaborate on omnichannel campaigns, including mobile retargeting and integrated digital initiatives

    • Maximise revenue opportunities through technology-led solutions and commercial insights

    • Deliver clear reporting and actionable insights for campaigns, tracking and measurement

    • Guide and support ad operations staff, sharing best practices across platforms and workflows

What will you need:


    • 4–6 years’ experience in digital or programmatic advertising

    • Hands-on experience managing and optimising programmatic campaigns

    • Strong knowledge of DSPs and digital media platforms

    • Comfortable with ad technology and systems, with a curious, experimental mindset

    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills

    • Advantageous

    • Exposure to ad operations, trafficking, QA and delivery verification

    • Familiarity with mobile re-targeting or location-based advertising



Requirements

    • Analysis
    • Campaign Management
    • Digital Media
    • Digital Sales
    • Programmatic
    • Reporting
    • Solving Problems
    • Technology


Posted on 16 Jan 12:04, Closing date 15 Feb