About Ovative Group:
Ovative Group is an independent, full-funnel media, measurement, and creative firm transforming how brands grow. We partner with leading names like American Eagle, Best Buy, Domino’s, The Home Depot, Polaris, and UnitedHealth Group to build smarter media and measurement programs that drive real, profitable growth.
We don’t just track performance—we redefine it. Powered by our proprietary intelligence platform, EMRge, and our holistic metric Enterprise Marketing Return (EMR), we help brands connect revenue, customer, and brand outcomes into one clear picture of success. Our approach to full-funnel strategy, buying, and measurement delivers results that matter—and it’s getting noticed. Our work has been recognized by Digiday, Google, USA Today, Inc. 5000, and Search Engine Land.
About the Role
The Sr. Analyst, Video and Programmatic Media (VPM) position is an opportunity to take the next step at a fast-growing company that has the highest standards for talent, fun, and client success. The ideal candidate demonstrates phenomenal client management, inspiring team leadership, great critical thinking and a sophisticated understanding of the video/audio landscape. Their role will play a pivotal part in helping Ovative continue our journey toward measuring and optimizing paid media to the true enterprise impact, not solely ecommerce impacts.
Responsibilities of an VPM Sr. Analyst:
Cross-functional strategy & thought leadership:
Act as a subject matter expert for Video and Audio Media strategies (e.g. CTV, OLV, YouTube, streaming audio; TV/Radio a plus) by continually evolving Ovative’s approach to best practices, vetting and partnering with new technology companies, managing planning and execution tools, and staying on top of emerging trends
Develop and drive forward holistic cross-platform video and media strategies and roadmaps aligned with client program growth goals
Understand and find synergies with other paid media channels within the client mix in partnership across activate teams
Media management & execution:
Lead day-to-day management, execution, and optimization of client video and audio programs including:
Campaign planning, strategy and plan documentation
Campaign tactics, audience build-out and optimization
DSP Algorithmic and manual bidding strategy and optimization
Test ideation, planning, and management
Analysis, reporting and insights
Creative management and trafficking execution
Inventory management
Strategic partner management
Ad Verification Tool strategy and analytics
Client relationship management:
Demonstrate an understanding of client business/industry and how their work connects to the broader project and client goals
Lead day-to-day management of client Video and Audio programs including:
Clearly defining program objectives, tactics and KPIs
Developing and delivering client communication
Build video/audio-specific strategies for clients and lead tactical planning and execution
Effectively manage & grow client relationship and establish trust and credibility
Strive to be the best interaction of the client’s day
Team leadership and employee development:
Manage work independently with initial direction from leadership
Regularly speak up, ask questions, and express your POV
Help train new Ovative team members
Foster a culture of open communication and 360-degree feedback
Strategic Planning expertise
Requirements:
3+ years of experience directly responsible for enterprise-level Video/Audio Advertising or related programs with digital video and audio expertise across YouTube, online video, CTV, Streaming Audio and Podcasts
Proven mastery of the following:
Performance based, direct response marketing programs
Programmatic Trading via self-service DSPs (The Trade Desk, DV360, or others)
Execution with ad serving tools and technology (The Trade Desk, Google Ads, DCM etc.)
Ad Verification Tool usage (DoubleVerify, MOAT, IAS, etc.)
External partner management
Solid analytical background demonstrating the ability to understand business problems, analyze trends, draw conclusions and make actionable recommendations; Proven track record of success driving strong results
Great communication and client management skills
Sound conceptual and analytical problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work independently and drive efforts from start to finish
Preferred
Strong digital video/audio experience
Previous experience in performance marketing, retail, eCommerce, etc.
Experience planning/buying TV/Radio a nice to have
Pay Transparency:
At Ovative, we offer a transparent view into three core components of the total compensation package: Base Salary, Annual Bonus, and Benefits.
For our Sr. Analyst positions, including the position of Sr. Analyst, Video & Programmatic Media, our compensation range is from $75,000 to $93,000 on an annualized basis, with the potential for an annual bonus of up to 15% of base salary.
Working at Ovative Group:
We provide strong, competitive, holistic benefits that understand the importance of your life inside and out of work.
At Ovative, culture isn’t a buzzword—it’s the reason we’ve been named a Top Workplace for ten years running. We lead with trust, transparency, and a commitment to doing the hard work others avoid.
We offer flexibility. You'll work from our Minneapolis, Chicago, or New York office on set days each week, and an option to work remote on others.
Our open floor plan reflects our open communication and flat structure—where interns collaborate with VPs, analysts partner with senior leaders, and our CEO engages with every team member. Together, we create an environment where smart, driven people can do their best work and support one another in the process.
We’re equally committed to inclusion and belonging. Ovative fosters a workplace where everyone can participate and thrive—regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or other protected class status. Our benefits and policies reflect that commitment, from inclusive medical leave coverage for same-sex spouses to equitable care and support for all families.
Benefits:
We strive to hire and retain the best talent by offering fair, competitive compensation, a meaningful bonus program, and excellent health coverage. When the company performs well, we all benefit.
Some tangible benefits and amenities we enjoy:
Access to all office spaces in MSP, NYC, and CHI
Frequent, paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events, team events, and in-person collaboration with teams
Generous paid vacation policy
401k match program
Top-notch health insurance options, inclusive of same sex partners
Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs
Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan
Sabbatical program
Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program
Shenanigan’s Day
Additional information can be found at Ovative's Career Page.
The details of the benefits are covered by applicable plan documents for group benefits and by company policies where a plan document does not apply.
Working at Ovative won’t be easy—but if you like challenging, hard work, driving results, and being surrounded by the best talent, it has the potential to be the most rewarding job you’ll ever have. If you think you can make us better, we want to hear from you!
EEO & Accessibility:
Ovative is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace for all. Applicants receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics (e.g., color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity/, gender expression, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital/ status, familial status, military or veteran’s status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other status protected under applicable law).
We provide reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law to qualified applicants and employees with disability, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
If you need assistance or accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected]
Application Details and Process:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis, without current or future need for visa sponsorship. Ovative is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.
Open until filled or otherwise withdrawn: We encourage interested candidates to apply early. The position will remain open for at least 10 business days from the first day of posting. After this time, if the position has not been filled, the posting will remain open until the position is filled, or until the posting is otherwise closed or withdrawn for business reasons.
Working at Ovative Group:
We provide strong, competitive, holistic benefits that understand the importance of your life inside and out of work.
At Ovative, culture isn’t a buzzword—it’s the reason we’ve been named a Top Workplace for ten years running. We lead with trust, transparency, and a commitment to doing the hard work others avoid.
We offer flexibility. You'll work from our Minneapolis, Chicago, or New York office on set days each week, and an option to work remote on others.
Our open floor plan reflects our open communication and flat structure—where interns collaborate with VPs, analysts partner with senior leaders, and our CEO engages with every team member. Together, we create an environment where smart, driven people can do their best work and support one another in the process.
We’re equally committed to inclusion and belonging. Ovative fosters a workplace where everyone can participate and thrive—regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or other protected class status. Our benefits and policies reflect that commitment, from inclusive medical leave coverage for same-sex spouses to equitable care and support for all families.
Benefits:
We strive to hire and retain the best talent by offering fair, competitive compensation, a meaningful bonus program, and excellent health coverage. When the company performs well, we all benefit.
Some tangible benefits and amenities we enjoy:
- Access to all office spaces in MSP, NYC, and CHI
- Frequent, paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events, team events, and in-person collaboration with teams
- Generous paid vacation policy
- 401k match program
- Top-notch health insurance options, inclusive of same sex partners
- Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs
- Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan
- Sabbatical program
- Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program
- Shenanigan’s Day
Additional information can be found at Ovative's Career Page.
The details of the benefits are covered by applicable plan documents for group benefits and by company policies where a plan document does not apply.
Working at Ovative won’t be easy—but if you like challenging, hard work, driving results, and being surrounded by the best talent, it has the potential to be the most rewarding job you’ll ever have. If you think you can make us better, we want to hear from you!
EEO & Accessibility:
Ovative is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace for all. Applicants receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics (e.g., color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity/, gender expression, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital/ status, familial status, military or veteran’s status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other status protected under applicable law).
We provide reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law to qualified applicants and employees with disability, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
If you need assistance or accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].
Application Details and Process:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis, without current or future need for visa sponsorship. Ovative is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.
Open Until Filled or Otherwise Withdrawn:
We encourage interested candidates to apply early. The position will remain open for at least 10 business days from the first day of posting. After this time, if the position has not been filled, the posting will remain open until the position is filled, or until the posting is otherwise closed or withdrawn for business reasons.
Ovative Group Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
224 N Desplaines St, Suite 200, Chicago, United States, 60661
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