Media Buyer

WHO WE ARE Headquartered in sunny Austin, TX with a growing footprint in the heart of NYC, KERV.ai is an award-winning, boundary-pushing company that's transforming how content and commerce converge in media. As the leader in AI-powered video analysis and monetization, our patented technology breaks video down frame by frame, making every object, product, or moment instantly interactive, measurable, and shoppable. We serve as the connective tissue between creative, commerce, and data, helping the world’s top brands and publishers turn video into a truly dynamic and rewarding experience for their audiences. At KERV.ai , we’re not just redefining how people engage with media. We’re building the future of it. If you’re looking to work at the intersection of innovation, storytelling, and smart technology with a team that’s shaping what’s next in media, we’d love to meet you. THE CHALLENGE AHEAD As a Programmatic Trader, you’ll sit at the heart of execution and performance. You’ll be responsible for supporting Kerv campaigns across Display, Video, and CTV—learning everything from tactical setup to real-time optimization. You’ll work closely with senior team members and collaborate across our Sales, Client Success, Analytics, and Creative teams to help bring innovative media plans to life. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for digital media who is looking to build a career in programmatic buying—learning from experienced traders and supporting the daily operations of our programmatic offering. WHAT YOU’LL DO Assist in the setup, optimization, and performance management of programmatic campaigns across Display, Video, and CTV using major DSPs (The Trade Desk, Nexxen, AdTheorent). Support the team with campaign QA, pacing, and optimizations under the guidance of senior staff. Contribute to data-driven programmatic strategies aligned with client KPIs and assist in translating goals into measurable media plans. Support campaign analysis to surface actionable insights and identify areas for growth or efficiency in reporting. Assist in preparing reporting insights and campaign strategy materials for both internal stakeholders and client teams. Test emerging ad formats, audience strategies, and deal types to keep campaigns innovative and high-performing. Collaborate with Client Success, Sales, and Analytics teams to ensure cohesive campaign execution. WHAT YOU’LL BRING 0–1 years of experience or an entry-level understanding of programmatic media. Familiarity with the programmatic ecosystem or an eagerness to learn major DSPs. Confidence in using performance data and optimization levers to make informed decisions. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain performance trends and strategy. Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously. WHAT WE’D CONSIDER A BONUS Experience in CTV buying, PMP deals, creative testing, or interactive ad formats. WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT KERV We are a team of talented, kind people, driven by innovation. We put the human first. Whether our employee, client, partner, or community; we genuinely care about your well-being and will do whatever we can to support it. We are relentless in our pursuit of innovation, remaining flexible and open to change, remaining scrappy and collaborative in pursuit of common goals. We balance our dedication to success with the accountability to deliver, trusting our expertise, while verifying our thinking at every step. We advocate for the growth and success of our people and the communities in which they belong to through transparent & clear communication, championing a culture in which everyone has a voice and contributes to our success, and a socially aware approach to everything we touch. We aim to cultivate a work environment where each person, no matter the identities they hold, not only feels safe, seen, and heard, but also celebrated. We offer… Unlimited PTO with a healthy culture of taking time off to recharge so you can bring your best self to work Competitive compensation packages Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including modern support services via Bennie, such as a custom app and healthcare concierge to support a simplified benefits experience for our staff Mental Health Support via Samata Health paid 100% by KERV 401K with company match and 100% vesting on day 1 Unlimited referral bonuses Flexible working schedules with remote and hybrid opportunities Fitness Reimbursement Program “Moments that Matter” program, centered around our heart-centered value, which celebrates and supports employees through life’s biggest wins, transitions, and challenges — because at KERV, we show up for each other beyond just the work. KERV provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KERV participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.