Canvas Worldwide

VP, Programmatic Strategy & Operations

El Segundo, CA · Vp

Sponsorship not specified$175k-$185kDetected 42 days ago

Data ScienceSEMSignal ProcessingLeadershipCommunication

About the role

Do you "Challenge the Comfortable?" Then you'll fit right in here at Canvas.
Recognized as one of Ad Age's "Best Places to Work" for three consecutive years, Canvas Worldwide is an independent media agency committed to providing creative solutions for brands that challenge the status quo.
Our clients include Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, MGM, Zillow and McDonald's (to name a few…).

Lead the strategic development of programmatic media plans - not just activation briefs, but the full architecture: channel selection, DSP strategy, audience construction, deal structures (PMP, PG, open market), and budget allocation logic
Design media strategies that span CTV, display, video, DOOH, and emerging formats, with a clear point of view on how each channel contributes to outcomes - not just reach
Serve as the primary operational lead for the programmatic team - absorbing day-to-day escalations, QA oversight, and capacity management so the SVP can focus on product, executive relationships, and roadmap
Directly manage Directors and Associate Directors across national and regional account pods; you are their strategic coach, not just their escalation path
Bridge programmatic with investment, strategy, analytics, and local teams - building the internal credibility and communication channels that reduce friction and raise quality across accounts
Partner with the SVP on org design, hiring, and the staffing model as the team continues to grow into new business

Salary and Benefits Actual base salary is determined upon factors such as experience, qualifications, training, certifications, and internal equity.
The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
Additional perks include employee social and wellness events, a DEI Council, auto purchase rebate program, monthly wellness allowance, and in-office amenities such as fresh kombucha and an in-house barista inside our beautiful, new vibrant El Segundo office.
In-Office Work Schedule This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 2 days in-office per week.

This is a rare seat: you'll be operating at the intersection of strategic media development, cross-functional partnership, and operational excellence — across a 33+ person team managing over a quarter of a billion in annual media investment

Build plans that are rooted in the business objective first, media logic second, and platform mechanics third; sequence matters

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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