Associate, Programmatic

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

The Associate, Programmatic is responsible for supporting the day-to-day execution, optimization, and performance of programmatic media campaigns for one of DEPT®'s largest enterprise clients. Working closely with Managers, Associate Directors, Directors, and cross-functional partners, this role helps ensure campaigns are activated accurately, monitored effectively, and optimized against client goals.

This role is designed for an early-career marketer who is eager to learn the fundamentals of programmatic media, campaign performance management, and data-driven decision making. The Associate, Programmatic will develop hands-on experience across campaign activation, reporting, analysis, testing, and optimization while contributing to the success of a fast-paced, highly collaborative team.

• →Maintain dedicated focus on one of DEPT®'s largest and most dynamic enterprise clients.
• →Support the activation, monitoring, optimization, and ongoing management of programmatic campaigns.
• →Assist with campaign pacing, budget tracking, and performance monitoring to ensure campaigns are delivering against objectives.
• →Pull, organize, and analyze campaign performance data to support reporting, optimization efforts, and strategic recommendations.
• →Conduct placement and site list reviews to identify inventory trends, optimization opportunities, and potential quality concerns.
• →Support testing initiatives by tracking results, documenting learnings, and helping identify opportunities for continued improvement.
• →Assist with campaign quality assurance by reviewing settings, budgets, audiences, creative assets, and platform configurations for accuracy.
• →Partner with Managers and Associate Directors to develop performance insights, optimization recommendations, and campaign updates.
• →Collaborate cross-functionally with Integrated Media Strategy & Planning, Ad Operations, Data Science & Analytics, Project Management, and other media craft teams to support seamless campaign execution.
• →Leverage automation, AI-enabled tools, and process improvements to improve efficiency, accelerate learning, and support campaign management workflows.
• →Participate actively in team meetings, training opportunities, and ongoing development initiatives to expand programmatic expertise.
• →Embody DEPT®'s values while contributing to a collaborative, curious, and solutions-oriented team environment.

• 6–12 months of experience in marketing, advertising, analytics, business operations, or a related field. Prior experience in media is a plus.
• Strong interest in digital advertising, media, and performance measurement.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
• Analytical curiosity and an eagerness to understand the "why" behind campaign performance.
• Comfort working with data and spreadsheets, including basic Excel or Google Sheets proficiency.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to ask questions, learn, and collaborate.
• A proactive "get sh*t done" mindset and a willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• A "Better Together" spirit, demonstrated through collaboration, positivity, reliability, and a desire to support teammates.
• A naturally curious mindset with an eagerness to learn new platforms, technologies, and ways of working.
• Interest in AI, automation, and emerging technologies, with a willingness to explore how they can improve efficiency and effectiveness within media workflows.

You will have to communicate with your team members abroad, therefore fluency in English and excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are a must for this role.

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

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At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

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