Sr. Analyst, Video & Programmatic Media
Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
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Application Deadline:
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Job Summary
About Ovative Group:
Ovative Group is an independent full-funnel media measurement and creative firm transforming how brands grow. We partner with leading names like American Eagle Best Buy Dominos The Home Depot Polaris and UnitedHealth Group to build smarter media and measurement programs that drive real profitable growth.
About the Role
TheSr. AnalystVideo and Programmatic Media (VPM)position is an opportunity to take the nextstepat a fast-growing company that has the highest standards for talent fun and client success. The ideal candidate demonstrates phenomenal client management inspiring team leadership great criticalthinkingandasophisticated understanding of the video/audio landscape. Their role will play a pivotal part in helping Ovative continue our journey toward measuring and optimizing paid media to the true enterprise impact not solely ecommerce impacts.
Responsibilities of anVPMSr. Analyst:
Cross-functional strategy & thought leadership:
Act as a subject matter expert for Video and Audio Media strategies (e.g.CTV OLV YouTube streaming audio; TV/Radio a plus) by continually evolving Ovatives approach to best practices vetting and partnering with new technology companies managing planning and execution tools and staying on top of emerging trends
Develop and drive forwardholistic cross-platformvideo andmedia strategies and roadmaps aligned with client program growthgoals
Understand and find synergieswith other paid mediachannels within the client mix in partnershipacross activateteams
Mediamanagement & execution:
Lead day-to-day managementexecutionand optimization of clientvideo and audioprograms including:
Campaign planningstrategyand plan documentation
Campaign tactics audiencebuild-out andoptimization
DSPAlgorithmic and manual bidding strategy and optimization
Test ideation planning and management
Analysis reporting andinsights
Creative management and trafficking execution
Inventorymanagement
Strategic partner management
Ad Verification Tool strategy and analytics
Client relationship management:
Demonstrate an understanding of client business/industry and how their work connects to the broader project and clientgoals
Lead day-to-day management of clientVideo and Audioprograms including:
Clearly defining program objectives tactics and KPIs
Developing and delivering client communication
Buildvideo/audio-specificstrategies for clients and lead tactical planning andexecution
Effectively manage & grow client relationship and establish trust andcredibility
Strive to be the best interaction of the clientsday
Team leadership and employee development:
Manage work independently with initial direction fromleadership
Regularly speak up askquestionsand express yourPOV
Help train new Ovative teammembers
Foster a culture of open communication and 360-degreefeedback
Strategic Planning expertise
Requirements:
3 years of experience directly responsible for enterprise-level Video/Audio Advertising or related programswith digital videoand audioexpertise across YouTube online video CTV Streaming Audio and Podcasts
Proven mastery of the following:
Performance based direct response marketingprograms
Programmatic Trading via self-service DSPs (The Trade Desk DV360 or others)
Execution with ad servingtoolsand technology (The Trade Desk Google AdsDCMetc.)
Ad Verification Tool usage (DoubleVerify MOAT IAS etc.)
External partner management
Solid analytical background demonstrating the ability to understand business problems analyze trends drawconclusionsand make actionable recommendations;Proven track record of success driving strongresults
Great communication and client management skills
Sound conceptual and analytical problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work independently and drive efforts from start tofinish
Preferred
Strongdigital video/audioexperience
Previous experience in performance marketing retail eCommerce etc.
Experience planning/buying TV/Radioa nice tohave
Pay Transparency:
At Ovative we offer a transparent view into three core components of the total compensation package: Base Salary Annual Bonus and Benefits.
For our Sr. Analyst positions including the position of Sr. Analyst Video & Programmatic Media our compensation range is from $75000 to $93000 on an annualized basis with the potential for an annual bonus of up to 15% of base salary.
Working at Ovative Group:
We provide strong competitive holistic benefits that understand the importance of your life inside and out of work.
At Ovative culture isnt a buzzwordits the reason weve been named a Top Workplace for ten years running. We lead with trust transparency and a commitment to doing the hard work others avoid.
We offer flexibility. Youll work from our Minneapolis Chicago or New York office on set days each week and an option to work remote on others.
Our open floor plan reflects our open communication and flat structurewhere interns collaborate with VPs analysts partner with senior leaders and our CEO engages with every team member. Together we create an environment where smart driven people can do their best work and support one another in the process.
Were equally committed to inclusion and belonging. Ovative fosters a workplace where everyone can participate and thriveregardless of ethnicity gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression or other protected class status. Our benefits and policies reflect that commitment from inclusive medical leave coverage for same-sex spouses to equitable care and support for all families.
Benefits:
We strive to hire and retain the best talent by offering fair competitive compensation a meaningful bonus program and excellent health coverage. When the company performs well we all benefit.
Some tangible benefits and amenities we enjoy:
Access to all office spaces in MSP NYC and CHI
Frequent paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events team events and in-person collaboration with teams
Generous paid vacation policy
401k match program
Top-notch health insurance options inclusive of same sex partners
Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility pregnancy and parenting needs
Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan
Sabbatical program
Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program
Shenanigans Day
Additional information can be found at Ovatives Career Page.
The details of the benefits are covered by applicable plan documents for group benefits and by company policies where a plan document does not apply.
Working at Ovative wont be easybut if you like challenging hard work driving results and being surrounded by the best talent it has the potential to be the most rewarding job youll ever have. If you think you can make us better we want to hear from you!
EEO & Accessibility:
Ovative is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a respectful inclusive workplace for all. Applicants receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics (e.g. color religion creed national origin sex pregnancy childbirth and related conditions sexual orientation gender identity/ gender expression gender identity age physical or mental disability marital/ status familial status military or veterans status genetic information status with regard to public assistance and any other status protected under applicable law).
We provide reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law to qualified applicants and employees with disability unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
If you need assistance or accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability please contact us at
Application Details and Process:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis without current or future need for visa sponsorship. Ovative is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this compliance with federal law all persons hired will be to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.
Open until filled or otherwise withdrawn: We encourage interested candidates to apply early. The position will remain open for at least 10 business days from the first day of posting. After this time if the position has not been filled the posting will remain open until the position is filled or until the posting is otherwise closed or withdrawn for business reasons.
Working at Ovative Group:
We provide strong competitive holistic benefits that understand the importance of your life inside and out of work.
At Ovative culture isnt a buzzwordits the reason weve been named a Top Workplace for ten years running. We lead with trust transparency and a commitment to doing the hard work others avoid.
We offer flexibility. Youll work from our Minneapolis Chicago or New York office on set days each week and an option to work remote on others.
Our open floor plan reflects our open communication and flat structurewhere interns collaborate with VPs analysts partner with senior leaders and our CEO engages with every team member. Together we create an environment where smart driven people can do their best work and support one another in the process.
Were equally committed to inclusion and belonging. Ovative fosters a workplace where everyone can participate and thriveregardless of ethnicity gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression or other protected class status. Our benefits and policies reflect that commitment from inclusive medical leave coverage for same-sex spouses to equitable care and support for all families.
Benefits:
We strive to hire and retain the best talent by offering fair competitive compensation a meaningful bonus program and excellent health coverage. When the company performs well we all benefit.
Some tangible benefits and amenities we enjoy:
- Access to all office spaces in MSP NYC and CHI
- Frequent paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events team events and in-person collaboration with teams
- Generous paid vacation policy
- 401k match program
- Top-notch health insurance options inclusive of same sex partners
- Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility pregnancy and parenting needs
- Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan
- Sabbatical program
- Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program
- Shenanigans Day
Additional information can be found at Ovatives Career Page.
The details of the benefits are covered by applicable plan documents for group benefits and by company policies where a plan document does not apply.
Working at Ovative wont be easybut if you like challenging hard work driving results and being surrounded by the best talent it has the potential to be the most rewarding job youll ever have. If you think you can make us better we want to hear from you!
EEO & Accessibility:
Ovative is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a respectful inclusive workplace for all. Applicants receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics (e.g. color religion creed national origin sex pregnancy childbirth and related conditions sexual orientation gender identity/ gender expression gender identity age physical or mental disability marital/ status familial status military or veterans status genetic information status with regard to public assistance and any other status protected under applicable law).
We provide reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law to qualified applicants and employees with disability unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
If you need assistance or accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability please contact us at .
Application Details and Process:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis without current or future need for visa sponsorship. Ovative is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.
Open Until Filled or Otherwise Withdrawn:
We encourage interested candidates to apply early. The position will remain open for at least 10 business days from the first day of posting. After this time if the position has not been filled the posting will remain open until the position is filled or until the posting is otherwise closed or withdrawn for business reasons.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
