Programmatic AV Account Director (FTC)

About the Role

Were looking for a Programmatic AV Account Director to join Hearts & Science on a temporary basis. Youll lead the delivery of best-in-class audio and video campaigns for major clients including Allwyn (the National Lottery) while mentoring and developing a talented activation team.

Youll work at the forefront of programmatic technology collaborating with planning teams DSP partners and technology vendors to drive campaign excellence innovation and commercial growth.

Responsibilities

Were looking for candidates with experience in digital mediaideally with hands-on buy-side or sell-side platform expertise. Youll need a deep operational understanding of the programmatic ecosystem including bidding strategies inventory management data sources and attribution. Strong organisational skills attention to detail and a logical approach to problem-solving are essential as is the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to clients and colleagues.

Key responsibilities for the role include but are not limited to the below.

• Lead mentor and develop a high-performing activation team fostering a culture of collaboration continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Oversee the planning execution and optimisation of audio and video campaigns ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality work that meets both internal standards and client expectations.
• Provide expert consultation to clients and internal teams champion proprietary products and translate business insights into actionable strategies that drive commercial growth and innovation.
• Work closely with internal teams and external partners to innovate access new inventory and technology and contribute to new business pitches and product development.
• Drive operational excellence by implementing best-in-class practices maximising the use of internal tools and contributing ideas for continuous improvement in offerings processes and team capability.

About the Agency:

Part of Omnicom Media Group (OMG UK) Hearts & Science are one of the fastest growing agencies in the market. Built in the digital age with agility at our core our DNA is different from your average media agency. Our people bring to life our values of challenging conventions celebrating difference collaboration and positivity.

The core of our difference is rooted in our culture something we invest significant time and energy into nurturing to ensure our people remain happy and fulfilled.

A central pillar of creating an agency Fit for the Future is making decisions that benefit our people our agency our partners and our clients both today and media terms this means total transparency over-and-above data governance ethical media practices and thinking both long and short. This extends into our approach to learning & development our diverse staff population and social calendar.

Flexible Working

At Omnicom Media Group we are committed to supporting flexibility for our peoplewhile fostering collaboration innovation and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office two working remotely) to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 17:30 but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day whether thats in the office or working remotely. For example you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30.

We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work.

Be Your Best

We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable you can email us confidentially at to let us know how we can support you.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion at OMG

At OMG our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects todays society where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued heard and well-represented.

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