Ad Operations Manager, JustWatch the Entertainment Guide

TLDR

Manage and optimize digital advertising campaigns for partnerships with leading studios, using analytics and industry insights to ensure top performance.

Who we are At JustWatch (www.justwatch.com), we’ve built the world’s largest entertainment guide for films, series, and sports. We partner with leading movie studios and streaming platforms to run sophisticated online campaigns that promote their latest releases in cinemas and on streaming platforms, reaching millions of fans across 140+ countries. From a small startup, we've evolved into a 200+ strong team, based in Berlin, around the world, or working remotely. We've been all about building a profitable business while riding that wave of impressive growth.   Who we need As an Ad Operations Manager for JustWatch the Entertainment Guide, you will play a key role in managing and optimizing digital advertising campaigns on the publisher side. You combine a strong analytical mindset with hands-on campaign execution and a high attention to detail. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure campaigns run smoothly and deliver strong performance. In this role, you will set high standards for campaign optimization using our targeting solutions and industry insights for an informed approach to campaign execution. What you will be doing
  • Independently set up, monitor and troubleshoot digital video advertising campaigns using our custom-built internal tools 

  • Identify and implement optimization opportunities to improve campaign performance 

  • Identify trends in our data to support effective strategies that create value for our clients  

  • Own reporting and deliver actionable insights that go beyond graph descriptions  

  • Manage pixel implementations and coordinate with technical teams to ensure accurate tracking

  • Create offers and media plans applying yield optimization techniques to ensure quality deliverables. 

  • Communicate with external partners including film studios, streaming providers, and media agencies to ensure a smooth campaign execution.

  • What we need from you
  • Passion for film and TV!

  • 2+ years of experience in digital advertising, ad operations, or campaign management

  • Experience with paid social platforms (e.g. Meta, TikTok)

  • Familiarity with CM360 is a plus

  • General understanding of tracking, brand safety, and pixel integration.

  • Experience in an agency or publisher environment is a plus

  • A proactive attitude, self-confidence, and decisiveness, especially in high-pressure situations.

  • The ability to work independently, quickly adapt to new challenges, and drive results.

  • Excellent communication skills in English, proficiency in additional languages is considered a plus.

  • Constant learning, delivering results, and creating value are the core characteristics of everyone at JustWatch and we are looking for these values in every person we hire

  • What we offer you
  • An open-minded and international team that loves to collaborate to reach our goals.

  • We prioritize meaningful work over perks and that true fulfillment comes from intrinsic motivation, personal growth, and making a lasting impact.

  • We believe in a permission-less environment that lets us focus on delivering value without overcomplicating things.

  • We trust our skilled professionals to maintain a no-nonsense attitude and create an environment that promotes innovation.

  • We are committed to helping you achieve your personal and professional goals, and we offer a collaborative and supportive environment to do so.

  • Truly a hybrid work environment. You are not required to come to the office, but you will want to

  • Media is important to us and we are always happy to hear from people who enjoy film! If you feel like you are missing some of the hard skills – don’t worry, we are hiring for the attitude, values, and personality.

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    How to apply

    Just hit the apply button at the bottom of this page, and leave us your CV, info, and a short intro that gives us an idea of what motivates you, why you want to work at JustWatch, and how you think you will help us achieve our goals.

    Please only apply if you are interested, copy&paste mass applications will receive a copy&paste rejection email. The same goes for ChatGPT-powered applications. If you have any questions, please reach out to our talent team via LinkedIn or apply to this role directly through our jobs page.

     

    Research shows women apply when meeting 100% qualifications, men at 60%. JustWatch welcomes all candidates, especially women and marginalized groups. Apply, let's talk and explore if you're a great fit.

    JustWatch builds the largest streaming guide in the world, offering data-driven insights into audience behaviors and content preferences. Our platform is designed for entertainment businesses looking to optimize their digital marketing strategies and connect with viewers more effectively.

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