Digital Campaign Specialist

TEGNA; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

BCBS Texas health plan

Teladoc

Spring Health therapy

PTO & holidays

Job summary

TEGNA is hiring an Entry-Level Digital Ad Operations Specialist to support digital campaigns across multiple ad-serving platforms, including CTV, from setup to delivery. The role involves troubleshooting, QA, and on-call rotation after training, with a hybrid work setup in Dallas.

You will work with local broadcast stations, manage assets, and ensure campaigns meet specifications while maintaining performance goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline required.
• 1–2 years of experience with ad serving platforms or ad trafficking.
• 3–5 years of practical digital technology/advertising may substitute for a degree.
• Hands-on experience with CTV trafficking, SSAI, and VAST/VPAID tags preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude for a technical role.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to explain technical concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Basic knowledge of Flash, HTML, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Experience with CTV platforms such as FreeWheel, Publica, or GAM preferred.
• Quick learner with a growth mindset and collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Master the digital workflow between business units and Ad Operations.
• Develop expertise in ad servers and order management systems, with emphasis on CTV campaign execution.
• Set up, schedule, and manage digital ad campaigns accurately, including CTV formats and delivery.
• Ensure proper deployment of assets using ad specs, templates, and VAST/VPAID tags.
• Provide timely support to broadcast stations and internal stakeholders for CTV delivery issues.
• Troubleshoot ad performance and perform QA reviews for accuracy and effectiveness.
• Send daily reports, communicate technical information clearly, and manage SLA expectations.
• Monitor shared inboxes and respond to requests promptly.
• Track campaign performance and implement optimization strategies (fill rate, frequency capping, ad podding).
• Ensure campaigns meet rate card requirements and maintain revenue margins.
• Collaborate with vendors and stations delivering strong customer service.

Skills

Ad trafficking

CTV trafficking

SSAI

VAST/VPAID

Technical aptitude

Organizational skills

Multi-project management

Communication skills

MS Office

HTML/JavaScript

GAM/FreeWheel/Publica

Growth mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

FreeWheel

Publica

Google Ad Manager (GAM)

Job description

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

TEGNA is seeking an Entry-Level Digital Ad Operations Specialist to support local broadcast stations with their digital advertising operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to launch their career in digital ad operations within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Location: Hybrid role – work from home with Tuesdays and Thursdays in the downtown Dallas office.

About The Role

As a Digital Ad Operations Specialist, you will work exclusively with TEGNA properties across various ad‑serving platforms and order management systems. You’ll help manage CTV (Connected TV) and digital ad campaigns from setup to delivery, ensuring they run smoothly and meet performance goals. This position involves troubleshooting, campaign optimization, and quality assurance, making it ideal for individuals with strong technical skills and attention to detail. This role includes being part of an on‑call rotation after proper training.

Key Responsibilities

• Master the digital workflow between business units and Ad Operations.
• Develop expertise in ad servers and order management systems, with an emphasis on CTV campaign execution.
• Set up, schedule, and manage digital ad campaigns accurately, including CTV‑specific formats and delivery methods.
• Ensure proper deployment of creative assets by understanding ad specifications, templates, and ad‑tag technologies (VAST/VPAID tags and dynamic ad insertion).
• Provide timely support to broadcast stations and internal stakeholders, particularly for CTV ad delivery issues.
• Troubleshoot ad performance concerns and conduct quality assurance (QA) reviews to ensure campaign accuracy and effectiveness.
• Send daily reports, communicate technical information clearly, and manage service‑level agreement (SLA) expectations.
• Monitor shared inboxes consistently and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Track campaign performance and implement optimization strategies, including fill rate management, frequency capping, and ad podding.
• Ensure campaigns meet rate card requirements and maintain revenue margin standards.
• Collaborate effectively with vendors and stations while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining a customer‑focused approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college or a related technical discipline required.
• 1-2 years of experience with ad serving platforms or ad trafficking.
• 3-5 years of practical experience in digital technology or advertising may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Hands‑on experience with CTV ad trafficking, Server‑Side Ad Insertion (SSAI), and VAST/VPAID tags preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to perform effectively in a technical role.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Basic knowledge of Flash, HTML, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Experience with CTV advertising platforms such as FreeWheel, Publica, or Google Ad Manager (GAM) preferred.
• Quick learner with a growth mindset and collaborative approach to teamwork.

Why Join Us?

Hands‑on training and mentorship to develop your expertise in digital ad operations.

Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge ad tech platforms.

Hybrid work environment with flexibility.

Growth opportunities within TEGNA’s expanding digital ad operations team.

Benefits

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part‑time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre‑tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

• Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO Statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [e-mail]