Freelance Associate Director, Programmatic Retail

1 month ago
Contract
Senior
Project and Program Management
DEPT®

DEPT®

DEPT® is a full-service digital agency that combines creativity, technology, and data to deliver innovative digital products and services, helping brands grow and thrive in the evolving digital landscape.

Media
1K-5K

Description

  • Own and manage campaign performance across major retail media networks including Amazon DSP, Walmart DSP, and Target DSP.
  • Trade and optimize campaigns hands-on with strong efficiency and attention to detail.
  • Manage reporting and performance tracking during Q4 and other key promotional periods.
  • Monitor, optimize, and improve an active retail DSP program to meet performance goals.
  • Lead and mentor a team of Account Managers and Coordinators.
  • Work independently in a lean environment and take full ownership of a book of business with minimal oversight.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver data-driven recommendations and programmatic insights.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of programmatic media experience.
  • Preferred experience in display/video programmatic trading within retail DSPs such as Walmart, Target, and Best Buy.
  • Fluency in multiple DSPs, with The Trade Desk (TTD) and DV360 preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
  • Cross-functional experience working with planning, ad operations, and data analytics teams.
  • Experience with Amazon DSP, Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, and other retail ad tech is highly preferred.
  • Experience with standard reporting and insight writing is a plus.
  • Candidates must be located in either the Mountain or Pacific time zones.
  • This is a freelance role based on a 40-hour workweek.

Benefits

  • Hourly pay range of $120 to $130 USD.
  • Remote-first work environment.
  • Flexible pay based on experience, expertise, location, and organizational impact.
  • Opportunity to work with a global, B Corp-certified company.
  • Inclusive and barrier-free workplace with accommodation support.
  • Support for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and employment.

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