We are Assembly, a leading global omnichannel media agency that merges data, talent, and technology to catalyze growth for the world's most esteemed brands. Our holistic approach weaves together compelling brand narratives with a comprehensive suite of global media capabilities, driving performance and fostering significant business expansion. Our initiatives are powered by STAGE, our proprietary operating system, and executed by a dedicated global team of over 2,300 professionals across 35 offices worldwide. Committed to purposeful action, we lead the way in social and environmental impact within the agency realm. As a proud member of Stagwell, the challenger network designed to revolutionize marketing, Assembly continues to set new standards of excellence.

 

ICYMI: Assembly was named Campaign US 2024 Media Agency of the Year, and our North America CEO, Valerie Davis, was recognized as Adweek’s Media All-Stars Executive of the Year. Our innovative work has also earned prestigious accolades, including The Webby Awards, Effies, and Cannes Lions.

 

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Assembly is seeking a Director, Programmatic to lead client-facing programmatic strategy and execution, while managing and mentoring a team of traders. Reporting to the VP, Programmatic, this role is focused on delivering day-to-day excellence across campaigns, supporting team development, and contributing to the growth of the programmatic discipline within the agency. The Director will work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure performance goals are met, strategies are innovative, and opportunities for growth are consistently identified. 

• Lead the day-to-day management of programmatic campaigns across a portfolio of key clients, with support from the trading team. 

• Develop strategic and innovative media recommendations aligned with client objectives. 

• Oversee campaign implementation, performance evaluation, and optimization across all programmatic dimensions. 

• Ensure KPIs are being met and proactively identify areas for improvement or growth. 

• Collaborate with traders to troubleshoot issues and ensure campaign quality and accuracy. 

• Support cross-channel integration opportunities and contribute to broader media strategy. 

• Communicate the value of programmatic capabilities, technologies, and partnerships to clients and internal stakeholders. 

• Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to promote innovation and continuous learning. 

• Stay current on platform features and best practices for activation, measurement, and optimization. 

• Collaborate with platform, inventory, and data partners to develop and refine targeted media programs. 

• Oversee campaign QA and setup processes within DSPs. 

• Support the development of process standards and train team members on execution best practices. 

• Mentor junior team members, fostering growth in campaign management, communication, and strategic thinking. 

• Partner with account teams to evolve program recommendations and uncover untapped opportunities. 

• Contribute to the agency’s programmatic practice by supporting broader initiatives led by the Sr. Director and VP. 

Why Assembly?

• We care about your growth – we offer competitive salaries and annual compensation review
• We recognize and celebrate your success…all the time! Whether it’s through company meetups, employee recognition programs, or just a regular day, we make sure our people’s achievements are known and appreciated
• We’re truly a people-first organization. That’s why we offer a Flexible Time Off policy that puts you in control of your work-life balance, as well as market-leading primary and secondary caregiver and parental leave policies
• We have a hybrid in-office/remote working policy that focuses on bringing people together in-person when it’s needed most, i.e., team strategy brainstorms, learning & development opportunities, and company meetings
• We care about social and environmental Impact – we have dedicated Impact Champions who collaborate globally to make sure we’re leaving the world better than we found it
• We have an amazing group of Employee Resource Groups who form close knit communities and are committed to guiding the agency to become more inclusive, diverse, and representative of the world around us
• We’re part of Stagwell, the challenger network built to transform marketing. We’re nimble and digital-first, and we’re quickly growing to take on the biggest legacy hold cos

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous PTO plan, 401k program, comprehensive family planning benefits (including paid parental leave), and pre-tax commuter benefits. Benefits/perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Assembly and the location where you work.

Tools & Technical Expertise 

• 7-8+ years of hands-on experience with self-managed DSP platforms. 

• Tactical execution experience across: 

• CTV 

• Native 

• Proximity targeting 

• Prospecting vs. Remarketing 

• PMP executions 

• Audio/Video 

• SSP direct deals 

• Ability to interpret campaign performance and optimize toward CPA, ROAS, or awareness goals. 

• Advanced proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting. 

• Experience troubleshooting campaign issues and overseeing QA processes. 

• Familiarity with platform features and techniques for activating, measuring, and optimizing media programs. 

Leadership & Team Management 

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to: 

• Set and communicate goals 

• Measure accomplishments 

• Provide constructive feedback 

• Hold team members accountable 

• Proven experience mentoring, training, and managing junior team members. 

• Ability to support team development in campaign management and communication. 

• Experience collaborating across departments and contributing to broader agency initiatives. 

• Passion for fostering programmatic excellence and supporting the growth of the discipline. 

At Assembly, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

 

Assembly is an advocate for equal opportunity in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. EEO Employer M/F/Vet/Disabled.

In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $130,000 - $150,000USD. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.