Programmatic / Paid Social Manager

The Programmatic / Paid Social Manager is a driven digital marketer within our Integrated Marketing Communications team who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. This role blends hands-on execution with strong client communication, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both building campaigns and talking strategy.The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience across programmatic and paid social, with paid social experience strongly preferred. If you're curious, motivated, and enjoy pushing performance forward alongside a highly engaged team, this could be a great fit-keep reading.A Manager is expected to own the strategy, planning, execution, and optimization of digital media campaigns within their core skillset, while also supporting broader, cross-channel deliverables as needed. This role may include full ownership of client accounts, encompassing both hands-on tactical execution and day-to-day client management, as well as oversight of specialists or senior specialists. Managers are expected to make informed strategic decisions with minimal oversight while maintaining strong accountability for client communication, campaign performance, and overall account responsibilities.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Serves as the day-to-day Manager on Programmatic and Paid Social clients, independently or in partnership with a Senior Manager or Director Effectively manages personal workload and coordinates with channel specialists across multiple concurrent workstreams Leverages deep tactical expertise to execute and oversee channel-specific client deliverable Drives proactive, strategic growth across owned accounts with clear accountability for overall account profitability Technical Media Execution: Able to traffic, plan, buy, optimize and report on numerous programmatic and paid social media channels (GCM, GA, DV360, Amazon, Direct Buys, Trade Desk, Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, Reddit) Exhibit a mastery of technical programmatic and paid social strategy. Algorithmic understanding/optimizations for each platform Ensures proper account structure, tracking setup, and measurement implementation Maintains working knowledge of IAB standard creative specifications and advises clients on best-in-class creative execution Effectively identify and communicate reports, topics, strategies, and tactics with clients on paid social and related marketing channels via e-mail, phone, or in-person Training: Support and provide formal paid social and programmatic trainings on concepts and tools Assist in hands-on training sessions on tools, social concepts, and client communication Support development of new processes, as well as refinement of existing social, programmatic, and account processes Account Management: Owns day-to-day client relationships for assigned accounts, serving as a primary point of contact Manages and monitors paid social and programmatic campaigns with limited supervision, ensuring performance aligns with client goals and KPIs Oversees scope of work, timelines, and client hours while proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and resource needs Partners with internal teams (creative, analytics, leadership) to ensure seamless execution and high-quality client delivery RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's Degree (Business, Marketing, or Management Degrees preferred) Management Experience: 5+ Years of programmatic and/or paid social experience Proven record of strong organization and thought leadership skills (self-driven) Skillset: Strong Microsoft Suite proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams) Strong Written and Oral Communication Skills Mastery of channel-specific digital media management and reporting platforms for those channel(s) Capable of presenting to clients in addition to fielding client questions with little to no oversight Can work independently and manage projects from start to finish Understanding of appropriate time management of workload and how it affects profitability of projects Understands the team's role in the larger agency process Strategic and creative thinking - always focusing on innovative, but measurable client solutions Pattern of success, taking initiative, and repeatability in supporting and handling of above responsibilities Who We AreBrunner is an integrated marketing communications agency with a fast-paced, creative environment. We value Perseverance, Integrity, Tenacity, Curiosity, and Heart in every aspect of our business, especially our team members. We are good people creating good work. Brunner's commitment is to its people - fostering growth within (robust training, low attrition, and commitment to diversity), becoming an extension of their client's teams and maintaining long-term relationships, and creating great marketing programs that achieve business impact for their clients.PerksWe offer your full traditional benefits including health, dental, vision, a 401k plan, and life insurance. We also offer commuter and transit benefits, as well as an employee wellness benefit for you to enjoy your life outside of work. Add to that unlimited PTO, half day summer Fridays and all the holiday time off you would expect.Flexible Work PolicyIt's simple - work where it's most convenient for you We recognize that we're a mixed group of people with different priorities in our lives, so we empower our employees to create their ideal working scenario...in-office, at home, or a hybrid of both. Keep in mind you might need to pop into the office for a client meeting here and there, or even an agency-wide meeting.Environmental DemandsNormal office environment. Ability to sit for extended periods of time including extensive use of PC equipment.We like everyone, so we are an equal opportunity employer. We do not consider your race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status when deciding to hire you. We just want you to be you.