Media Manager, Programmatic

About the role

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies. VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands, and is powered by the WPP Open marketing platform.

Responsibilities

• Work in multiple DSPs such as DV360 and TheTradeDesk.
• Manage client campaigns, including strategy, issuing RFPs, optimization, trafficking, and reporting to assure client success.
• Create and refine internal and client‑facing performance reports with in‑depth analysis of marketing campaigns.
• Provide frequent progress reports on online marketing efforts and performance metrics to clients.
• Present recommendations to managers, clients, and prospects.
• Assist in the management of tagging and tracking URLs.
• Execute media plans within DSPs, publishers, networks, and managed partner relationships.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of digital experience with a focus on programmatic media; agency experience required.
• Experience using DSPs such as DV360 or TheTradeDesk.
• Understanding of traditional banners, mobile, video, social, and cross‑device media tactics.
• Familiarity with DCM trafficking and reporting or other third‑party ad servers.
• Strong software skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and ability to quickly learn new tools.
• Ability to manage a high volume of campaigns with large budgets while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and resolve conflicting priorities.
• Exceptional problem‑resolution skills and creative thinking.
• Proactive, self‑starter attitude with willingness to learn.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.

Pay

USD 45,000 – 100,000 per year.

Schedule

Hybrid work model with teams in the office an average of four days per week.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package (see WPP Benefits for details).