Programmatic Campaign Lead - Data-Driven Growth & AI Tools

Starcom; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible working arrangements

Work Your World program

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Starcom is seeking a Manager, Programmatic to lead strategic planning and hands-on execution for programmatic campaigns across display, video, CTV/OTT, and DOOH. You will optimize performance, mentor analysts, and act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring data-driven campaigns aligned with business objectives.

The role blends strategic thinking with operational excellence, requiring collaboration with analytics, media partners, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in programmatic media and ability to design and execute strategic media plans.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent client and partner communication; present performance and strategy to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own programmatic campaign planning, execution, and optimization across leading DSP platforms.
• Communicate digital strategies and rationale for tactics to clients and internal teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and insights.

Skills

Programmatic media

Analytical skills

Client communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

The Trade Desk

DV360

Yahoo DSP

Amazon DSP

Job description

Starcom is seeking a Manager, Programmatic to lead strategic planning and hands-on execution for programmatic campaigns across display, video, CTV/OTT, and DOOH. You will optimize performance, mentor analysts, and act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring data-driven campaigns aligned with business objectives.

The role blends strategic thinking with operational excellence, requiring collaboration with analytics, media partners, and internal teams.