Advertising Operations Freelancer - Big Ten Network

Brief Overview

The Big Ten Network (BTN) is seeking an Advertising Operations Freelancer to support the planning, setup, and execution of digital advertising campaigns during live B1G+ streams. This freelance position runs for the duration of the academic calendar (August through May), offering 40 hours per week. The position reports to the Director of Streaming and is based out of Big Ten Network's Chicago, Illinois office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the setup, launch, and execution of ad insertions during live B1G+ streams across web, mobile, and connected TV devices
• Monitor advertising campaign performance and manage trafficking/tracking setup
• Generate daily/weekly campaign performance reports for internal stakeholders to identify trends, insights, and recommendations for optimization
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with platform policies and guidelines
• Effectively communicate status, issues, and recommendations to stakeholders

Requirements

• Flexible to work non-traditional schedule, most commonly nights and weekends
• Familiarity with digital advertising operations, ad serving platforms, and programmatic advertising
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Passion and knowledge of Big Ten Athletics beyond football and basketball

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in media, Advertising, or a similar combination of education, training, and experience working with digital media and streaming products

Qualifications

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Benefits

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20.00 per hour.