Junior Media Buying Executive

By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com.

THE ROLE: 

Join the Genius team powering fan engagement with smart ads, AI-driven broadcasts, epic stats, and gamified experiences.

Join our Ad Operations team as a Junior Media Buying Executive and help deliver high-performing digital campaigns for leading sports and media brands. You’ll manage programmatic media buys, optimise campaigns, and collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure world-class service.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and optimise digital marketing campaigns across DSPs (Beeswax, The Trade Desk, Xandr).
• Troubleshoot technical issues, provide end-user support, and ensure smooth client communication.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Account Management, Sales, London office) to deliver seamless campaign execution.
• Analyse campaign data, adjust settings, and implement optimisations to achieve performance goals.
• Build and maintain detailed campaign plans and reporting dashboards.
• Ensure accuracy in tagging, ad-serving, and asset delivery within Connextra and related systems.
• Support continuous process improvement and assist on additional projects as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; polite and professional client interactions.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
• Solid computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Self-motivation, organisation, and problem-solving skills with readiness to escalate issues when needed.

It'll be a bonus if you have:

• Knowledge of Demand-Side Platforms and digital ad operations
• Understanding of tagging solutions, creative asset specs, and ad-serving workflows

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location.

As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports. 

One team, being brave, driving change  

We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at Culture | Genius.

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