Guardian Australia is part of Guardian News & Media (GNM), publisher of theguardian.com. As a leading global media organisation, we are renowned for our pioneering independent journalism and our award-winning digital products.We are seeking a skilled and motivated Digital Ad Operations Specialist to join our close-knit team in our Sydney office.In this role you will…Assist the Ad Operations and sales team in developing strategies, campaign forecasts and recommendations for client briefs, ensuring campaign goals are met.Support the coordination of weekly WIP meetings with key stakeholders to monitor and track campaign performance.Act as a supporting point of contact for Ad Operations, liaising with sales teams and internal departments to ensure seamless campaign execution.Review and process a campaign booking from start to end, including processing and reviewing the Insertion Order (IO) prior to sending them to the agency/client, booking the elements (display, video, audio, newsletters etc) in Google ad manager, ACAST ad manager, Braze etc to ensure timely delivery and meeting the intended objective.Assist with the setup, optimisation, and monitoring of campaigns, tracking key performance metrics and ensuring on-time delivery.Troubleshoot basic issues related to ad delivery, such as creative quality, technical challenges, and performance under guidance from senior team members.Conduct basic QA checks on creative materials to ensure adherence to advertising specifications and support the ad operations and sales team in troubleshooting video/display creatives.Collaborate with internal teams such as Sales, Data & Insights and Ad Operations team to ensure project timelines are met.Assist with reporting and analysis of campaign performance.You'll bring….Knowledge and ExperienceEducated to degree level or equivalentWorking knowledge of the media industry and experience in media sales or agency are highly desirableProject management experience is an advantageUnderstanding of marketing objectives, commercial imperatives, and digital sales implementationB2B experience is highly desirableRelevant media background with client-facing role desirableUnderstanding of the editorial integrity of the GuardianA strong interest in, and understanding of the Guardian brandSkills and BehavioursStrong time management and internal and external communication skillsAbility to troubleshoot and manage potential issuesAbility to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneouslyHigh attention to detail and quality focus are essentialStrong organisational skillsIT skills (especially MS Office, Mac, Gmail, and Google workspace products)Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skillsSelf-starter, with strong initiativeTactful, adaptable and a team playerLateral thinkerAbout working at Guardian Australia…Employee assistance program (EAP) to support employee wellbeingDedicated diversity and inclusion employee groups, action plans (including our Reconciliation Action Plan) and cultural competency trainingThis role is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis.To apply for this position, please upload your CV and your cover letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivation for applying for the role and why you think you are suitable.Closing date for applications: Sunday, 1 December 2024.Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.If you have application questions or if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email ****** believe that our role in the Australian media is to give a voice to the most marginalised people in society and value and respect all differences in all people — including people of colour, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from different social classes, people with diverse gender and sexual identities, and people with disabilities (seen and unseen). We believe that these communities must be centred in the work we do, bringing a new perspective and a diversity of thought. We also encourage flexible working and aim to create a work environment where all employees feel respected.
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