Position Title: Ad Ops Director
Department: Ad Sales
Reporting to: VP of International Ad Operations
Based in: Camden, Hawley Crescent
Working conditions: Hybrid - 3 days in office
WHO ARE WE
We’re Viacom International Media Networks UK and Ireland, home to 20 TV channels that offer the very best in music, entertainment, comedy and kids programming through our MTV, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, Channel 5 and BET brands. Together these brands reach nearly 30 million homes in the UK and Ireland. Viacom brands are seen globally in more than 705 million households in 169 territories and 37 languages via more than 184 locally programmed and operated TV channels and more than 550 digital media and mobile TV properties.
IS THIS ROLE FOR YOU?
The Ad Ops Director will be part of the International Digital Ad Operations team responsible for implementing streaming and video advertising campaigns across a large network of well-established products internationally (Paramount+, my5, PlutoTV, YouTube) and managing dozens of resellers and partners across the globe. This role will focus mainly on managing the relationship with sales partners and internal stakeholders for the my5 BVOD service. Attendance in the office is required for at least 3 days a week.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
Daily responsibilities in this role include:
1. Acting as the main point of contact for communicating with partners, resellers, and DSPs.
2. Daily check of fill rate and eCPM across the key products, i.e. my5 and P+.
3. Identify issues, escalate these issues to relevant teams and follow their progress until solved. Set timelines for their resolutions.
4. Collect requirements and calculate revenue loss/increase for each of those requirements.
5. Attend all internal and external calls and meetings and be able to answer questions from other teams and from external contacts.
6. Working closely with the programmatic leads and ad sales teams to find ways to increase revenue and fill rate.
7. Working very closely with the Product Team in US and UK to launch new features and ad solutions.
8. Manage compliance, block lists and competitor list and be a point of contact for escalation of sensitive categories creatives. Understanding of UK compliance is key.
9. Interacting with vendors, ad tech, strategy, and marketing teams to further our business objectives.
10. Ownership & development of ad sales operations and advertising partnerships.
11. Lead any change or improvement regarding privacy, GDPR, consent management, data collection, registration, first and third-party data.
12. Developing a strong understanding of the needs of various markets (in the industry) and how they relate to our centralized business.
13. Solutions-oriented, with a strong knowledge of streaming and CTV and exposure to the digital ad sales process and ad architecture.
ABOUT YOU
• Full competency with Freewheel and SpringServe ad servers, streaming technology, SSAI and DAI.
• Strong understanding of privacy, GDPR, consent, data sharing and audience segments.
• Exceptional knowledge of vendors and ad tech that provide data and measurements.
• Management and leadership experience with the ability to delegate effectively.
• Project management experience.
• Programmatic experience an advantage (i.e. Magnite, Xandr, Pubmatic, Index Exchange…).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to converse with product/ad tech teams as well as account executives and clients/agencies.
• Demonstrate excellent data elaboration skills (not just Excel!), strong awareness in new digital media and technologies.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Client Services focus.
• Ability to handle heavy workload, mediating many demands and requests with strong problem-solving drive.
• Smart and quick learner with organizational agility and strong attention to detail.
• Effective team player with strong resiliency.
• Passion for interactive media, video streaming and advertising.
WHAT ARE OUR BENEFITS
• Private Medical Insurance: You will be eligible for our full Private Medical Cover (From 3 months).
• Season Ticket Loan: We’ll pay for your season travel card up front and you can pay us back across the year.
• TV Package Discount: If you subscribe for the likes of Sky and Virgin Media, we’ll get £20 off your bill.
• Pension Scheme: You will be eligible for our Pension Scheme from day one, as long as you are contributing to this, we’ll top this up with a voluntary contribution from us.
• Discounted Gym Membership: We offer discounts to a number of Gyms.
• Discounts at Local Shops and Restaurants: Whether you need a new pair of shoes or just want something tasty for lunch, we partner with a number of local businesses to offer us a discounted rate.
• Access to Reward Gateway: With heaps of discounts on everyday shops, restaurants, and household suppliers.
• Happy to talk flexible working!
WHO WE ARE
Paramount is comprised of many of the world’s most iconic consumer brands. Its portfolio includes Network 10, Channel 5, Telefe, Paramount International Studios, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount Network and Pluto TV among others. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, Paramount provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions for partners on five continents and across more than 180 countries.
At Paramount, we value and celebrate difference. We want to ensure that we fully represent the make-up of UK society in our workforce as well as bringing diverse perspectives to our business. We want to make sure Diversity and Inclusion are not just buzz words; we truly want to foster an authentic inclusive environment, where all employees feel that they can bring their whole selves to work.
Unleash your potential in a place you belong!
At Paramount in London, we have an iconic portfolio of brands, like Paramount, MTV, Nickelodeon, Channel 5, Comedy Central and many more, reaching more than 3.8 billion subscribers in 180+ countries and territories. Come and join a culture where content, people and ideas merge. An exciting and open place where your talents can truly thrive and where our employees make it unique. You could be the next addition to our incredible team!
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