Media Operations Manager

Thank you for considering the Media Operations Manager position with Moonbug Entertainment, an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere to laugh, learn and grow. The company is behind some of the biggest kids’ entertainment brands in the world including CoComelon and Blippi. Moonbug believes every child should have access to our entertaining and enriching content, which is why our shows are available on more than 150 video platforms globally including Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and YouTube Kids. Moonbug is also a global leader in pre-school music and audio experiences, available on 100+ audio platforms globally. Moonbug brands extend far beyond the screen to include streaming music, toys, games, books, live events, and even theme park exhibits.

Moonbug is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises.

This role is full-time in office located in Camden, London. 

📍London, Camden | Full time in office based role | Benefits including Free Private Healthcare, Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave, matched 5% pension scheme,  free yoga/fitness wellbeing classes, free weekly lunch and Friday drinks @ 4pm ✨|

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Ad Operations Manager to run the global day-to-day operations, management, integration of inventory from various platforms and analytical reporting of media operations. You will be working with some of the biggest brands in the Kids and Family space. You will be based in our London office and work closely with the team in LA. 

The successful candidate will be a creative thinker who can juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on organisation and meticulous attention to detail. This is a demanding and fast-paced role with growth potential that requires proactivity & a strong work ethic. Moonbug’s Media team are expected to become experts in our managed content and perform competitive analysis to gain an understanding of how we can create new offerings for the market.

Responsibilities:

Moonbug Entertainment is seeking an experienced and strategic Media Manager to join our Media Ad Ops Team. This role will be responsible for planning, executing, and optimising paid media campaigns across various digital platforms to drive brand awareness, engagement, and conversions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy Development: Assist in the development and lead the execution of comprehensive paid media strategies to support the growth and engagement of Moonbug's content and brands.
• Campaign Management: Manage and optimise paid media campaigns across various channels, including search, social, display, video, and programmatic.
• Audience Research: Conduct audience research and utilise insights to inform targeting strategies and campaign optimizations.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyse campaign performance, providing regular reports and actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Creative Collaboration: Collaborate with creative teams to develop compelling ad creatives and landing pages that drive results.
• Budget Management: Manage budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of spend and maximising return on investment (ROI).
• Industry Awareness: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, platform updates, and best practices to continuously improve campaign performance.
• Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with external agencies and vendors, ensuring alignment with campaign goals and objectives.
• Team Support: Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Desired qualifications and requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in paid media management, preferably within the entertainment or digital content industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale paid media campaigns with significant budgets.
• Proficiency in digital advertising platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, Twitter Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and programmatic buying tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple campaigns simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Experience with A/B testing and performance optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of SEO, SEM, and web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) is a plus.
• Passion for the entertainment industry and a deep understanding of the digital media landscape.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable working with multiple timelines and deliverables. 
• Must be detail oriented with strong organisational skills
• Comfortable working with large sets of data and numbers
• Self-starter, able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

The Interview Process

• 🗣️Our interview process involves two main stages
• 📞Recruiter Call (30 min)
• 📞1st stage video call (30 – 45 min)
• 🤝In office face to face interview + office tour (45 min)