Junior Programmatic Manager

Jellyfish

Job Overview

Location

Johannesburg

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Optimize programmatic advertising campaigns across DSPs including DV360, Amazon, and The Trade Desk to maximize client performance and return on investment.
• Develop data-driven insights from attribution modeling and third-party analytics to inform and refine client media strategies.
• Collaborate with Business Development teams to design and propose programmatic strategies for prospective clients, translating client goals into actionable media plans.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients through written, phone, and in-person communications, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and timely updates.
• Partner cross-functionally with creative, media, and analytics teams to deliver integrated digital solutions that span display, video, and CTV formats.
• Interpret complex deal economics, media allocation models, and advertiser investment thresholds to guide optimal spend distribution.
• Analyze real-time bidding behaviors, ad performance metrics, and market trends to adapt campaign tactics and improve efficiency.
• Mentor and support junior team members by providing guidance on campaign setup, optimization techniques, and platform best practices as the team scales.
• Maintain high standards in business writing by producing clear, accurate, and persuasive client reports, proposals, and performance summaries.
• Apply a structured approach to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experiment with emerging programmatic technologies, tools, and methodologies to solve client challenges and stay ahead of industry shifts.
• Utilize deep knowledge of Google Marketing Platform technologies and programmatic ecosystem components to ensure accurate campaign execution.
• Translate data into strategic recommendations that directly impact client growth and media effectiveness across global markets.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and campaign frameworks to enhance team scalability and client outcomes.

🎯 Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in programmatic advertising within an agency environment
• Expertise in managing campaigns on DSPs including DV360, Amazon, and The Trade Desk
• Knowledge of real-time bidding, ad formats (display, video, CTV), attribution models, and Google Marketing Platform
• Demonstrated ability to analyze numerical data and use market insights to drive business strategy
• Strong business writing skills and experience producing high-quality client documentation
• Structured work ethic with ability to manage competing demands and tight deadlines

🏖️ Benefits

• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Flexible working schedule allowing up to 60% remote work and hours between 8am and 6:30pm
• One paid day per month (2 hours per week) allocated for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn
• 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for secondary caregivers, plus £1000 (or equivalent) toward return-to-work courses

Skills & Technologies

Junior

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About Jellyfish

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency that provides paid media, creative, analytics, and training services for brands seeking measurable growth. Founded in 2005, the company operates from offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC, serving clients such as Google, Samsung, and Uber. It combines consultancy, technology partnerships, and in-house talent to manage campaigns across search, social, programmatic, and retail media. Jellyfish also offers certification programs and proprietary tools to upskill marketers and optimize performance across Google Marketing Platform, Amazon Ads, and other ecosystems.

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