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Rogers Specialist, Ad Product & Technology in Toronto, Ontario
Specialist, Ad Product & Technology
Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.
Specialist, Ad Product and Technology
Who we're looking for:
Are you passionate about digital advertising technology and looking to make a significant impact? Join our dynamic Digital team as a Specialist, Ad Product and Technology! Reporting to the Manager of Digital Advertising Technology, you will play a pivotal role in planning, implementing, and maintaining Rogers' digital ad technologies, sites, products, designs, builds, and platforms. Be the go-to expert for resolving ad-related technology issues and questions.
What you'll do:
Collaborate and Innovate: Support Sales, Finance, and Development teams on all ad tech projects
Master the Tech: Become an expert in our ad servers’ capabilities, reporting metrics, and future enhancements, and understand their relevance to the digital landscape
Drive Excellence: Identify technical requirements to ensure ad product solutions meet sales, finance, and client standards
Lead with Insight: Provide valuable insights and feedback when selecting new ad technology systems and schedule their implementation
Client Advocate: Champion advertising clients’ needs throughout the development and redesign stages of sites or apps
Test and Launch: Test and evaluate new ad products before market release
Vendor Coordination: Coordinate with third-party vendors as needed
Global Integration: Collaborate with the Digital Partnerships team to onboard and integrate international publishers into our ad network through ad tagging, testing, and product building
Document and Update: Maintain and update tech stack architecture, processes, and workflows
Campaign Workflow: Work closely with the Manager of Ad Operations to develop campaign workflows, including setup, optimization, and troubleshooting, and assist in training Ad Operation Specialists on new ad executions and processes
Quality Assurance: Provide QA support during site or app launches and updates
Technical Support : Offer technical support for Audience, Revenue, and Programmatic teams, understanding their business needs
Data Analysis : Analyze ad server reports to identify ad tagging issues
Data Management: Organize, consolidate, and interpret large data sets using various tools
What you'll bring:
Experience in AD Operations
Ability to manage multiple initiatives and prioritize workload
Exceptional communication skills and ability to work well with diverse personalities
Deep knowledge of display and video ad serving across web, mobile, and video platforms; audio ad serving knowledge is a plus
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, JSON, XML
Proficient in Google Sheets or Excel
Knowledge of BigQuery, SQL, and Python is an asset
Experience with programmatic, header bidding and Prebid is an asset
Familiarity with common IAB Standards (e.g., VAST, ads.txt/app-ads.txt/sellers.json, OpenRTB)
Experience with Google Ad Manager, Freewheel, Magnite, Springserve, Amazon Publisher Services, Operative, and other SSP platforms is an asset
Experience analyzing network traffic using Developer Tools, Charles Proxy, or similar tools
Comfort and experience in a fast-paced environment
Proven problem-solving ability, able to find solutions independently by asking meaningful questions and reading documentation
Ability to pull reports and analyze data to support assumptions and drive results
Independent self-starter who maintains momentum and delivers timely results
Ability to understand technical issues and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams
French language knowledge is an asset
What's in it for you?
We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:
Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
Company matching contributions to charities you support
Growth & Development Opportunities:
Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)
Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest
Wellness Programs:
Homewood employee & family assistance program
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes
Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.
This is a hybrid work position and will require you to be in office three days per week.
To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 1 Mount Pleasant (083), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: None
Posting Category/Function: Digital & Advertising & Analytics
Requisition ID: 320105
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At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/RCI/Recruitment_Process_FAQ_EN.pdf) .
Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media
Location:
Toronto, ON, CA
Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:
· Health & well-being benefits
· Donation matching
· Paid time off for volunteering
· Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
· Generous employee discounts
· Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs
*available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply
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