Senior Manager, Campaign Operations

at  Newsweek

Newsweek is the global media organization that has earned audience time and trust for more than 90 years. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.
Newsweek is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Campaign Operations to lead and oversee a team of Ad Ops Specialists responsible for managing the end-to-end lifecycle of digital ad campaigns. The ideal candidate will ensure seamless campaign setup, launch, delivery, and performance optimization while serving as the primary point of contact for sellers, account managers, and our customers. This role requires strong leadership, operational excellence, and an in-depth understanding of ad platforms and campaign management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in digital ad operations, including at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proficiency with ad serving platforms (e.g., Google Ad Manager, Campaign Manager) and programmatic tools (e.g., DV360, The Trade Desk).
• Strong understanding of digital ad metrics, targeting, and optimization techniques.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with cross-functional teams and clients.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience with reporting and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, or Excel).
• Familiarity with industry standards such as VAST, VPAID, and viewability metrics.
• Knowledge of creative asset formats and specifications (e.g., HTML5, rich media).