Freelance Advertising Operations - Big Ten Network

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Sports

FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL’s America’s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Big Ten Network (BTN) is seeking a detail-oriented Freelance Advertising Operations position based in Chicago. The Freelance Advertising Operations position will support the planning, setup, and execution of digital advertising campaigns across multiple platforms during live B1G+ streams. B1G+ is Big Ten Network’s direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service. This freelance position runs for the duration of the academic calendar (August through May), offering 40 hours per week. This position will report to the Director of Streaming and will be based out of Big Ten Network’s Chicago, Illinois office.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate the setup, launch, and execution of ad insertions during live B1G+ streams across web, mobile and connected TV devices
• Monitor advertising campaign performance and manage trafficking/tracking setup
• Generate daily/weekly campaign performance reports for internal stakeholders to identify trends, insights and recommendations for optimization
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with platform policies and guidelines
• Effectively communicate status, issues and recommendations to stakeholders

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Flexible to work non-traditional schedule, most commonly nights and weekends
• Familiarity with digital advertising operations, ad serving platforms and programmatic advertising
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Passion and knowledge of Big Ten Athletics beyond football and basketball

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Bachelor’s degree in Media, Advertising, or a similar combination of education, training, and experience working with digital media and streaming products

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20.00 per hour.