Junior Programmatic Trader
Junior Programmatic Trader
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$ 69700 - 82000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
ABOUT THE SHIPYARD
The Shipyard is a leading independent agency that builds performance-driven brands audiences cant help but love.
By applying modern mindsets to established models we fuel brand and marketing decisions that are more courageous and more validated.
Our ability to align bold creativity with individual consumer motivations lets us do more than hope for brand love we methodically engineer it throughout the consumer journey. Thats how we activate the synergistic power of brand building and performance marketing.
Engineering Brand Love through the courageous ambitions of our people and our clients.
The agency has significant momentum and were still growing. Come join our team!
SUMMARY
Were looking for a sharp driven and collaborativeJunior Programmatic Traderto join our San Diego or Sacramento team.
This person will be looking to take the next step in their programmatic career by moving beyond campaign support into hands-on ownership of programmatic this role youll begin managing campaigns directly within the DSPs while building confidence in optimizations reporting and cross-departmental communication.
As a Junior Programmatic Trader you will support the execution of strategic media recommendations while beginning to develop and articulate your own tactical ensure campaigns launch accurately and deliver against client KPIs while also proactively monitoring pacing performance and opportunities for will be a bridge between Coordinator and Trader responsibilities balancing executional accuracy with growing strategic insight.
This role requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and a collaborative Junior Trader is expected to participate in ongoing training actively pursue platform certifications and contribute to process improvements and team knowledge sharing.
At The Shipyard we know that its your unique talents backgrounds and perspectives that make you who you are just like our team who come from various career paths and experiences. We believe we cant be truly diverse without bringing your most authentic self to the agency.
Studies show that people from marginalized communities may not always apply for positions if they dont meet every single requirement in a job posting. At The Shipyard we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the requirements. We believe that your passion for what we stand for our values and purpose is just as important as meeting every checkbox.
WHAT YOULL DO
- Independently set up and QA campaigns across DSPs (e.g. The Trade Desk Amazon etc.) with guidance from Traders and Senior Traders
- Monitor campaign delivery and pacing daily proactively flagging issues optimizing for performance and communicating updates to internal teams
- Tagging & trafficking creative assets and accurately utilize standard naming conventions
- Pull format and analyze reporting data to identify early insights and trends
- Contribute tactical recommendations in RFP responses including vendor selection audience targeting and budget allocation support
- Communicate clearly with internal planning creative and data teams to ensure smooth campaign launches and troubleshooting
- Participate in vendor trainings and platform certifications staying current on programmatic best practices and emerging tools
- Ownership and implementation of quality assurance standards for the Programmatic media team
- Maintain and update team documentation ensuring learnings and optimizations are shared consistently
WHAT YOULL BRING
- Has 1-3 years experience in programmatic media ad operations or digital media buying
- Hands-on familiarity with DSPs (The Trade Desk experience preferred)
- Can work in a fast-paced environment and continuously learn as the market changes and new platforms/ways of working develop
- Has worked in a team environment
- Is a self-starter
- Detail-orientated and organized with the ability to balance multiple accounts
- Effective communicator with cross-functional teams; able to explain technical details in clear digestible ways
- Desire to become a product expert in Programmatic buying
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint especially pivot tables and functions/formulas in Excel to streamline data analysis
- An eagerness for career progression in Programmatic and AdTech
- Strong analytical mindset; able to connect campaign data with performance outcomes
- Passion for your work and your clients satisfaction
- Proactive and curious eager to learn and apply new strategies and tools
- Outstanding written and verbal communication
- Creative thinking research and problem-solving skills
- Imaginative bold and out-of-the-ordinary thinking
- Has enthusiasm and a positive attitude
WHAT YOULL GET
- The overall target range of base compensation for this role is $69700 - $82000. Compensation offered will be determined by additional factors such as location and experience
- Open PTO
- 40 hours of paid sick time (annually)
- Flexible work hours and remote work
- Paid holidays holiday closure between Christmas Eve and New Years Day
- Company-paid medical dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- 401k program with employer matching
- 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Employee bonus referrals
- Dog-friendly offices
- Company-provided snacks and beverages (yes beer/wine included)
- and lots more!
Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
