Director, Programmatic Advertising

A&E Television Networks, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 151,297 - 177,018; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Annual incentive target of 17.50%

Job summary

A&E Television Networks, LLC is seeking a Director of Programmatic Advertising to lead the execution of their programmatic strategy to support revenue growth. This strategic role involves managing key partnerships across the ecosystem and focusing on day-to-day operations and deal execution.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in digital advertising, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams. A competitive compensation package and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of experience in digital advertising with a focus on programmatic.
• Hands-on experience with SSPs, DSPs, and programmatic deal setups.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting performance data.

Responsibilities

• Execute programmatic monetization strategy across multiple channels.
• Manage relationships with SSPs and DSPs, optimizing performance.
• Collaborate with various departments on contract reviews and ad sales.

Skills

Digital advertising experience

Programmatic advertising expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

SSPs

DSPs

Google Ad Manager

FreeWheel

Magnite

Job description

Work Locations

With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Global Media operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales). Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT. Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Job Description

The Director, Programmatic Advertising will play a critical leadership role in executing A+E Global Media’s programmatic strategy, supporting revenue growth, and managing key partnerships across the programmatic ecosystem. Reporting to the Vice President, Programmatic Advertising, this role will focus on day‑to‑day operations, deal execution, partner management, and internal alignment to ensure best‑in‑class programmatic performance across all platforms.

More About What You’ll Do

• Support the VP in executing A+E’s programmatic monetization strategy across PMP, PG, and open‑exchange channels, and act as a point of escalation for programmatic monetization partners, ad sales solutions, and overall yield management strategy.
• Manage day‑to‑day relationships with SSPs, DSPs, and programmatic demand partners; monitor performance and identify optimization opportunities; assist in onboarding new partners and technologies, including testing and implementation.
• Partner with colleagues in Media Solutions, Distribution, Global Content Sales, and Legal on contract reviews and deal terms that influence digital ad sales performance.
• Represent A+E Global Media at industry events and speaking engagements, showcasing innovation and leadership, and building our brand within the programmatic advertising landscape.

Basic Requirements

• 6–8+ years of experience in digital advertising, with 3–5+ years in programmatic.
• Hands‑on experience with SSPs, DSPs, and programmatic deal setup (PMP/PG).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on performance data.
• Experience supporting or executing agency and client programmatic campaigns.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in premium video, OTT, or CTV environments.
• Familiarity with identity solutions, targeting frameworks, supply‑path optimization, and auction dynamics.
• Experience working with major SSPs (e.g., FreeWheel, Magnite, Google Ad Manager).
• Exposure to HoldCo structures and agency trading desks.

Compensation

Annual Pay Range: $151,297 - $177,018Annual Incentive Target: 17.50%The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. A+E offers a competitive total compensation package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401(k) matching, and a range of other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

A+E Global Media proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company’s employment actions and decisions – including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination – are made without regard to an employee’s race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.