Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_onGraybar Building, 420, Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 5, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10017, United States
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Linear Ad Operations Specialist or Manager to serve as the operational backbone for our linear TV advertising campaigns. In this contract role based in New York, you will be the critical link between sales planning and execution, ensuring that complex broadcast deals are translated into flawless, on-air schedules.
This position exists to bridge the gap between revenue generation and delivery. You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle of ad operations, from initial order entry and inventory allocation to final reconciliation and billing adjustments. Your work ensures that advertisers receive exactly what they purchased, while our internal teams maintain operational excellence and compliance.
Day in the Life
Your day will be a dynamic mix of technical precision and cross-functional collaboration. You will spend significant time operating and maintaining broadcast trafficking systems like WideOrbit or OSI, meticulously scheduling commercials to maximize inventory yield. A large portion of your time will be dedicated to coordinating with sales, finance, programming, and traffic teams to resolve discrepancies, manage makegoods, and optimize workflows.
You will act as the primary point of contact for campaign accuracy, monitoring performance metrics and ensuring strict adherence to network and advertiser requirements. As the industry evolves, you will also support cross-platform initiatives, helping to integrate linear operations with CTV and digital efforts where applicable.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Graybar Building, 420, Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 5, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10017, United States
New York, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage end-to-end linear ad operations lifecycle including order entry, trafficking, scheduling, and reconciliation
- check_circleWork with sales planning teams to translate deals into executable schedules and ensure accurate inventory allocation
- check_circleOperate and maintain trafficking systems such as WideOrbit, OSI, or equivalent broadcast platforms
- check_circleEnsure campaign accuracy, on-time delivery, and compliance with advertiser and network requirements
- check_circleMonitor campaign performance, resolve discrepancies, and manage makegoods and billing adjustments
- check_circleCollaborate with sales, finance, programming, and traffic teams to optimize execution workflows
- check_circleMaintain documentation and enforce AdOps best practices and process standardization
- check_circleSupport cross-platform initiatives involving Linear, CTV, and Digital campaigns
Requirements
- verified4–10+ years of experience in Linear Ad Operations / Traffic / Sales Operations
- verifiedHands-on experience with broadcast trafficking systems (WideOrbit, OSI, etc.)
- verifiedExperience working with media networks, broadcasters, or cable organizations
Nice to Have
Experience with cross-platform ad operations (CTV / Digital / Programmatic). Familiarity with ratings (Nielsen), audience measurement, and reporting tools. Exposure to ad sales systems, deal management, and yield optimization. Basic knowledge of data tools (Excel, SQL, or reporting dashboards).
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In this Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager at VDart role, you will manage end-to-end linear ad operations lifecycle including order entry, trafficking, scheduling, and reconciliation; work with sales planning teams to translate deals into executable schedules and ensure accurate inventory allocation; operate and maintain trafficking systems such as wideorbit, osi, or equivalent broadcast platforms; and ensure campaign accuracy, on-time delivery, and compliance with advertiser and network requirements.
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To qualify for the Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager at VDart position, applicants should have: 4–10+ years of experience in Linear Ad Operations / Traffic / Sales Operations; Hands-on experience with broadcast trafficking systems (WideOrbit, OSI, etc.); and Experience working with media networks, broadcasters, or cable organizations.
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Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager at VDart is based in Graybar Building, 420, Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 5, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10017, United States. This is a on-site role.
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VDart has listed this Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager role as on-site.
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Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager at VDart typically requires 4–10 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager at VDart include Wideorbit; Osi; Excel; SQL; and Nielsen.
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Linear Ad Operations Specialist / Manager at VDart is part of the pr, advertising & marketing job category on Recrutus.
About VDart
VDart operates as a global staffing solutions provider within the IT Services and IT Consulting industry, headquartered in Alpharetta, GA. The organization specializes in emerging technology staffing, offering expertise across SMAC domains including Social, Mobile, Analytics, and Cloud. Additional core competencies include Enterprise Resource Planning solutions for Oracle Applications and SAP, Business Intelligence via Hyperion, and comprehensive Infrastructure services. VDart collaborates with leading System Integrators across both private and public sectors to deliver these specialized capabilities.
The company maintains deep industry expertise focused on key verticals such as Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI), Manufacturing, Energy & Utility, Healthcare, and the Technology sector. This broad knowledge base supports its ability to meet complex business requirements for clients worldwide. VDart's operational footprint extends internationally, having provided technology workforce solutions in the USA, Canada, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and India.
By leveraging a global reach and specialized talent pool, VDart aims to ensure superior performance and seamless execution for its customers. The firm prioritizes delivering tailored staffing solutions that address the evolving needs of organizations requiring advanced technical skills and strategic consulting support in the modern digital landscape.
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