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WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 250+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that "Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency," and honored us with top ten status on The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025, and as Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for a record third year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company's World Changing Ideas, Digiday's 2025 Best AI Platform and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency, to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: At Known, our Media Science team blends advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling to plan and optimize media investments. We translate client goals into measurable outcomes and activate campaigns across all channels to deliver real business results. Within this team, the Ad Operations group ensures campaigns are executed with precision, driving measurement accuracy, process efficiency, and technical excellence. As Manager, Ad Operations, you'll bring deep technical expertise and strategic thinking to the end-to-end execution of multi-platform campaigns. You'll collaborate closely with media, creative, and analytics teams to ensure flawless delivery, while continuously improving workflows and helping shape the future of our ad ops practice. WHAT YOU'LL DO Strategic & Technical Execution * Oversee and contribute to the full lifecycle of digital campaign execution, including pre-launch consultation (tagging strategy, measurement planning, attribution setup), in-flight troubleshooting, and post-launch analysis. * Ensure the accurate implementation of ad tags and pixels across platforms, aligning with technical specifications and campaign objectives. * Collaborate with internal media, creative, and analytics teams, as well as external partners, to ensure technical precision and flawless execution. * Lead QA efforts and troubleshooting processes to uphold campaign integrity and performance. Operational Excellence * Monitor and continuously improve operational workflows, with a focus on increasing efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. * Own and maintain key operational tools such as the Creative Rotation Sheet (CRS), ensuring accurate and timely updates. * Develop and document best practices for tagging, trafficking, and tracking implementation across platforms and clients. Team Collaboration & Mentorship * Serve as a go-to resource for junior Ad Ops team members, offering guidance, peer review, and informal mentorship to strengthen team capabilities. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align on campaign execution requirements and resolve technical challenges efficiently. * Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence across the Media Science and media teams. Thought Leadership & Innovation * Stay current on developments in ad tech, privacy regulations (e.g., cookie deprecation), platform capabilities, and industry standards. * Conduct research and analysis on emerging technologies or policy changes and provide strategic recommendations for internal practices and client impact. * Contribute to the development and refinement of operational strategies to meet evolving client and market needs. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE * 3+ years of hands-on experience in digital ad operations within a media agency or ad-tech environment. * Deep expertise in ad trafficking, tagging, pixeling, and troubleshooting in an executional workflow. * Strong understanding of the ad-tech ecosystem, including data privacy trends and measurement strategies. * Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision. * High attention to detail and a strong commitment to QA and operational precision. * Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative, cross-functional team environments. * Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on creating a smooth and constructive experience for internal teams and external partners. * Comfortable working through ambiguity and bringing structure to evolving or undefined processes with composure, adaptability, and a strong sense of ownership Technical Skills (Required) * Proficiency in Campaign Manager 360 (formerly Google Campaign Manager) for ad server tagging and trafficking. * Proficiency with tracking/measurement tools, especially Google Tag Manager (GTM); familiarity with Adobe, Tealium, Oracle, Segment is a plus. * Working knowledge of tracking and tag implementation across major social platforms (Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, X, Snapchat, etc.). * Experience with HTML, JavaScript, and other web technologies for tag and pixel implementation. * Strong skills in Excel for campaign data management and troubleshooting. * App tracking experience is a strong plus. SOME OF OUR PERKS * Unlimited paid time off * 401k with company matching and no vesting period * Annual bonuses * Generous medical plan * Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, "Would I be a good fit for Known?" or "Would Known be a good fit for me?" Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $90K-$105K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 250+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that "Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency," and honored us with top ten status on The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025, and as Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for a record third year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company's World Changing Ideas, Digiday's 2025 Best AI Platform and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency, to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: Known's Channel Data Science team is a group of data scientists embedded in our media buying practice to translate the domain knowledge we gain from running media for our clients to smart tools that push the limits of advanced advertising. Our work includes predictive modeling/optimization, building workflow automation apps, and the pioneering application of Generative AI for novel marketing solutions - all in the service of making our work less repetitive and manual, more optimized, and seeking better outcomes for our media activation and media consulting clients. We are seeking a Data Scientist who can understand the core business objectives of our internal teams and our clients, and ideate, design, and develop innovative tools leveraging text-based Large Language Models (LLMs) and other Generative AI techniques. While experience in media is a plus, a passion for applying cutting-edge AI to marketing challenges is crucial. A significant focus of this role will be to champion and implement Generative AI initiatives. In this role more generally, you will work with, and guide (for senior levels), other data scientists on a variety of projects, interface with our other teams at Known, and drive forward some of our most difficult and innovative data science projects, particularly those harnessing the power of LLMs. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Explore, develop, and deploy Generative AI (specifically LLM-based) tools for marketing applications, such as content ideation/generation, audience persona creation, automated reporting with natural language summaries, campaign strategy assistance, and enhanced customer insights * Develop new techniques (e.g., traditional ML models, optimization algorithms, LLM fine-tuning, prompt engineering strategies, and automation) to improve Known IP and create tools for Known's clients * Work with other data scientists and engineers to productionalize new tools, including GenAI-powered applications * Stay current with advancements in Data Science and AI and identify opportunities for their application in the marketing domain WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE * A Bachelors, Masters or PhD from a well-regarded college or university. STEM degrees (e.g., Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science) are preferred * Hands-on experience doing quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, optimization and/or machine learning * Proven experience in developing and deploying solutions using Generative AI, particularly text-based Large Language Models (e.g., experience with APIs like OpenAI's, or open-source models) * Experience utilizing Python and SQL * Experience building data science software or analytical workflows * Experience in advertising or advertising technology is a strong plus, especially if combined with GenAI application in this domain * 2+ years (with Masters/PhD) or 3+ years (with Bachelors) of relevant experience * 1+ years of experience building data science software, ideally including applications leveraging AI/ML models * Academic projects, internships, or personal projects demonstrating application of modeling techniques preferred Skills, abilities, and knowledge * Superb communication and presentation skills * An ability to translate business challenges into quantitative problems, and solve them by whatever means necessary, which may not always be strict machine learning * Strong understanding of LLM capabilities, limitations, ethical considerations, and the evolving landscape of Generative AI technologies * Proven ownership of projects taken to completion * A commitment to managing the quality & accuracy of analytics, ensuring high standards with your and others' work * Experience working on a tech team, with experience in cloud technologies, version control, etc * Experience in advertising or advertising technology is a plus Competencies * Ability to prioritize time, work and effort while multitasking on multiple projects * Desire to mentor and teach others * Collaborative attitude * Self motivated and exhibits initiative * Willing & able to learn quickly * Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity SOME OF OUR PERKS * Unlimited paid time off * 401k with company matching and no vesting period * Annual bonuses * Generous medical plan * Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, "Would I be a good fit for Known?" or "Would Known be a good fit for me?" Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is: Data Scientist: $110K - $130K This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that "Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency," and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU Known's Media Science team uses advanced analytics, machine learning, statistics, and algorithms to plan and optimize advertising dollars. We partner with our clients to translate their business goals into meaningful metrics, and buy media across all channels to drive those target outcomes. We are looking for someone to join the team and work alongside data analysts, data scientists, media buyers, and software engineers. As a Senior Specialist, Digital Partnerships, you'll contribute to our strategic and executional efforts for IO-based media partnerships. You'll be responsible for providing guidance on how media performance impacts clients' broader business objectives, and how they should be approaching the digital space. Vendor relationships are your foremost responsibility, ranging from introductory meetings and RFP participation to plan negotiations and management throughout campaign flights. This role sits with Known's Digital Strategy & Investment team (DS&I). Along with its focus on partnerships, DS&I is a multi-functional team with points of intersection across many disciplines. DS&I works closely with Known's Media Strategy, Buyer Science, Channel Science (Programmatic, Social, Search, Linear), Media Operations, and Finance teams to ensure coordinated efforts. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Engage and evaluate media vendors to broaden and improve the team's partner roster * Work closely with other team members to negotiate partnerships with vendors * Understand and effectively communicate the value proposition of IO partnerships holistically and for each partner, as well as relevant technology and processes * Ensure best practice in all executional activities (set up, trafficking requests, optimization, reporting, etc.) and knowledge sharing across teams * Coordinate digital partnership efforts (strategy and execution) with other media channels * Build analyses, stories, and slides for client media plans and reports * Manage communications with clients as appropriate * Understand the client's overall business objectives and translate them into effective paid media campaigns WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE * 3+ years of experience in a digital agency environment working with media vendors, internal teams, and external collaborators * Knowledge of direct IO partnerships' roles in the media ecosystem, including familiarity of how these relate to specific tactics (display, video, social, email, search, etc.) * A deep understanding of the strategic and executional aspects of managing direct partnerships, including vendor RFPs/evaluation/negotiation, in-platform plan setup, contracting, creating trafficking requests, post-launch QA, reporting, etc. * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills * Strong track record of planning and executing branding, consideration, and direct response campaigns, ideally across a variety of verticals * Strong organizational skills to ensure accuracy and quality of all accountable responsibilities and deliverables * Outstanding critical thinking skills and a detail-oriented mindset Hands-on experience with Prisma is required THE "NICE-TO-HAVES" * Hands-on experience in typical media platforms like DoubleVerify and CM360 * Experience working with grocery clients is a plus * Experience working with retail media networks and/or in shopper marketing is a plus * Experience managing others is a plus SOME OF OUR PERKS * Unlimited paid time off * 401k with company matching and no vesting period * Annual bonuses * Generous medical plan * Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, "Would I be a good fit for Known?" or "Would Known be a good fit for me?" Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $80K - $90K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that "Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency," and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: The Media Science team continues to grow and so does our need for a Senior Specialist on the Paid Social team. This position is responsible for the creation, maintenance, and optimization of our social ad campaigns, using analytics, automation, and piloting internal tools. While they will be working in a team with at least one more senior member, this position is assuming experience executing and reporting on paid social campaigns, and therefore some ability to do so independently. Senior Specialists are expected to have excellent critical thinking skills, with an innate sense of curiosity and the desire to explore new ways to evolve and improve campaign setup to deliver ROI for our clients. In addition, time and project management skills are key to being successful in this role. Being a Social Specialist at Known is a unique opportunity for those pursuing a career in this field. In addition to the analytics and operations which form the basis of our campaigns, our social analysts many times work directly with clients, attending client meetings and presenting recommendations and results with support from more senior members. They are responsible for contributing significantly to deliverables, including regular campaign optimizations. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Independently build and sometimes present campaign-related analyses and results. These analyses can include everything from creative image analysis to audience deep dives, bid approaches, and measurement results. * Assisting in all elements of a paid social campaign builds across platforms such as Meta, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, or Pinterest - includes account configuration, media planning, campaign setup and ad trafficking, and QA. * Own the day-to-day monitoring, management, optimization, and development of assigned campaigns * Derive and implement optimizations and new campaign strategies, such as new bid approach, A/B tests, and audience testing to improve performance * Ideate on new analytical methodologies for optimizing campaigns * Validate data analyses by reviewing and performing audits of our data in reporting or creating new analyses that better serve our clients or improve our efficiency * Operate existing software infrastructure to traffic, evaluate performance, and analyze media * Campaign billing and actualization within media finance systems WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE * 1-2 years of professional experience working directly with paid campaigns on Social Media platforms such as Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, Reddit, or TikTok, X * 1+ years professional experience in analytics, advertising, ad tech, or media * Experience managing paid social campaigns through Sprinklr a huge plus * Can exhibit technical leadership and critical thinking by reviewing and identifying campaign setup errors or opportunities to optimize to improve results Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge * Understanding of the fundamentals of social media advertising * Knowledge of social platforms including Facebook/Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, Pinterest and LinkedIn * High proficiency with Excel * Strong math and statistics foundational knowledge * Proven ability to work independently and efficiently * Attention to detail * Time management * Excellent verbal and written communication * Some experience presenting work and the desire to develop this area * Aptitude for deeply interpreting data/analytics * Experience with data visualization tools such as Looker or Tableau is a plus Competencies * Detail-oriented with a desire for managing the quality & accuracy of analytics, including checking your own and others' work * A desire to work on challenging problems that require flexibility in approach * Ability to think strategically, analytically, and proactively about diverse business * problems * Collaborative attitude * Self motivated and exhibits initiative * Willing & able to learn quickly * Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity SOME OF OUR PERKS * Unlimited paid time off * 401k with company matching and no vesting period * Annual bonuses * Generous medical plan * Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, "Would I be a good fit for Known?" or "Would Known be a good fit for me?" Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $65K-$80K This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that "Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency," and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: As our Media/Data Science team continues to expand, we are in search of a Programmatic Trader. This role is pivotal in the creation, maintenance, and optimization of our programmatic campaigns, leveraging analytics, automation, and existing tools. Working alongside senior members, our Programmatic Trader should possess strong analytical skills, a keen sense of curiosity, and a passion for discovering innovative ways to enhance our processes and deliver maximum ROI for our clients. Effective time and project management skills are essential for success in this role. Being a Programmatic Trader at Known offers a unique career trajectory. Beyond the analytics and operations that underpin our campaigns, our traders often engage directly with clients, partake in client meetings, and occasionally present results, supported by senior team members. They play a significant role in producing deliverables, including regular campaign updates. This role must be based in NYC. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Independently construct and occasionally present campaign-related analyses and results, encompassing aspects like audience insights, bidding strategies, experiment outcomes, and landing page tactics. * Assist in all facets of a programmatic campaign build, from account configuration, media strategy, campaign setup, ad trafficking, to QA. * Implement optimizations and new campaign strategies to enhance performance. * Propose innovative analytical methodologies for campaign optimization. * Ensure data accuracy by reviewing and conducting audits, or by creating new analyses that better cater to our clients or boost our efficiency. * Daily monitoring, management, analytics, optimization, and development of assigned campaigns. * Develop novel strategies (algorithms, models, automation) to optimize KPIs and enhance Known IP. * Utilize existing software infrastructure for trafficking, performance evaluation, and media analysis. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE * A BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university. STEM degrees are preferred. * 2+ years of professional experience in programmatic trading, advertising, ad tech, or media. * 1+ years of hands-on experience with programmatic platforms, especially TTD (The Trade Desk) and DV360. Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge * Comprehensive understanding of programmatic advertising. * High proficiency in Excel. * Solid foundation in math and statistics. * Proven ability to operate independently and efficiently. * Exceptional attention to detail. * Effective time management. * Excellent verbal and written communication. * Experience in presenting work and a keen interest in honing this skill. * Proficiency in interpreting data/analytics. * Familiarity with data visualization tools like Looker or Tableau is advantageous. * Understanding of digital ad ops technology is a plus Competencies * Detail-oriented with a commitment to ensuring the quality and accuracy of analytics. * Eagerness to tackle challenging problems with a flexible approach. * Strategic, analytical, and proactive thinking about diverse business challenges. * Team player attitude. * Self-driven with a proactive mindset. * Quick learner. * Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity. SOME OF OUR PERKS * Unlimited paid time off * 401k with company matching and no vesting period * Annual bonuses * Generous medical plan * Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, "Would I be a good fit for Known?" or "Would Known be a good fit for me?" Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $65K-$80K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU As a Director, you will manage, mentor and develop a team of early to mid-career researchers, strengthen existing client relationships, and pitch winning proposals to new clients. This is a hybrid B2B/B2C leadership role involving a focus on B2B research in the technology sector as well as B2C work across a range of consumer brands. You'll lead a team of Managers, Consultants, and Analysts and guide their development and growth - they will look to you for support and mentorship. And you'll be part of a leadership team that wants to see your vision for growth and innovation on multiple fronts - how we support the growth of our practice and overall company, how we operate as a team, and how we create the best working environment possible. This role is right for you if: Nothing inspires you more than working with talented and creative colleagues and helping them grow into their full potential as marketing experts You are invigorated by the prospect of partnering with passionate clients trying to find breakthrough insights and strategy You want to re-think the way research and marketing strategy are executed and delivered You want your ideas and strategies to have limitless impact WHAT YOU'LL DO You've spent years managing teams, developing talent, building strong client relationships, and leading thoughtful and creative research. This has given you important expertise and unique perspectives. At Known, you will find like-minded people who want to learn from each other and develop into the marketing leaders of the next decade. Here is some of what you will do in your role: Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Research Managers, Consultants, and Analysts - usually between 3-5 people. Work with Managers to find their voice - finding creative research approaches, developing solid analysis plans, story-telling / building narratives, and presenting effectively to clients. Work with Consultants and Analysts to ensure their growth on foundational skills - technical, project management, and client-management related. Work with our HR team and senior leadership on innovation as a manager and talent developer. Oversee a portfolio of projects including a combination of B2B, B2C and/or technology sector projects Managers and Consultants lead project engagements and you are their brainstorming partner across all phases of the work. You will typically oversee 6-8 projects at a time - we manage this number carefully so that you and your team members feel that you can approach your work collaboratively and creatively. Ensure the health of the team and act as cultural standard-bearers - we want all of our employees to find the best version of their career at this company and you are responsible for making sure your team feels empowered and supported in this goal. Build client relationships Use your excellent client management skills to continue driving Known's long-standing and deep relationships with existing clients. Build compelling proposals that win projects and new clients. Attract new business by networking and pursuing leads. WHAT YOU HAVE DONE/WHO YOU ARE You have 6+ years of quantitative experience at a research firm, consulting agency, or similar company. You've completed a variety of B2B, B2C and tech sector primary research projects. You have superior people management skills and a toolkit of techniques to mentor, develop, and engage a team. You have experience in managing a team with an established record of developing technical and consultative skills in others. You can speak to the skills and approaches you've developed to building a healthy and growing team. You have fluency in talking about strategic marketing problems, a practical understanding of what our clients are trying to achieve, and you have the technical experience to know how best to approach these problems. Specific examples include: Early stage market opportunity assessment Customer segmentation (e.g., using Latent Class Clustering, tree-based approaches, etc.) and needs assessment Feature/needs prioritization to support product development (e.g., using MaxDiff, TURF analysis) Pricing/Packaging/Product Portfolio optimization (e.g., using Conjoint) Path-to-Purchase research Value Proposition development Positioning and Messaging research Brand Tracking and/or Media Tracking research You have superb communication, narrative-building, and presentation skills. You have experience in a statistical package such as SPSS, SAS, Q; experience in R and Python is a plus. Knowledge of media buying, and how research can help optimize media buying is a plus. Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace proficiency SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $145K-$165K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 250+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with top ten status on The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025 , and as Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for a record third year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company's World Changing Ideas, Digiday's 2025 Best AI Platform and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency , to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU As a Senior Software Engineer at Known, you can expect to work across various projects. You'll join small, highly focused teams where you'll have the opportunity to significantly influence the direction of our products, team practices, and the company's broader technical culture! Because our work is often project-driven, we are constantly reevaluating and updating our tech stack, which means you'll always learn new skills and develop expertise in industry-leading technologies! On the backend, you'll work on distributed systems, API endpoints, event-driven microservices, asynchronous and parallel programming, pipelines, and reporting systems. You'll be responsible for designing these distributed systems and pipelines using a variety of architectural design patterns. You'll leverage industry-standard tools such as FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, Redis, Docker, Kubernetes, Vue, Streamlit, and more. Each project offers unique, exciting challenges! You'll primarily use Python on the backend. Most of our infrastructure is cloud-based (AWS), and we use Docker and container orchestrators for deployment. We strive to implement practices like CI/CD, environment parity, and testing. Finally, we actively promote open-source projects internally; check out pytest-mock-resources, one of our in-house custom plugins! WHAT YOU'LL DO Design and build full-stack web applications Create performant Web APIs with FastAPI Integrate with industry-standard datastores like PostgreSQL and Snowflake Design asynchronous and event-driven services Produce robust ETL pipelines with Argo Workflows Deploy these applications across multiple environments with Docker, Helm, and Kubernetes Work closely with data scientists and product managers on a wide variety of products and projects that span the marketing and advertising industries across both television and digital Play an active role in designing and building new, cutting-edge products WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE Strong communication and teamwork skills Approximately 3+ years of experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field Highly proficient with Python Experience with SQL and relational databases Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is a plus Experience with Airflow, ETL, or message-oriented architectures is a plus Experience with big data tools and technologies, such as Spark and Parquet, is a plus Experience with UI frameworks, such as Vue or React, is a plus SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $135K-$160K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers, and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. That belief has earned Known top industry recognition, including being named 2025 ADWEEK Midsize Agency of the Year. Furthermore, Ad Age touted that "Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency," and honored us with top ten status on The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025, and as Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for a record third year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company's World Changing Ideas, Digiday's 2025 Best AI Platform and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency, to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU Known is looking for a Director, Project Management to join the Studios practice, working with clients spanning consumer and entertainment brands. A Director, Project Management sets clear standards and guidelines for their work to ensure that all projects they and their team deliver are on strategy, on time and on budget. A quality Director, Project Management will have exceptionally strong communication, leadership and management skills. They must bring a "can do" attitude, fast problem solving skills, and a hands on workstyle to ensure the success of the project management team and Studios department as a whole. Please Note: This is a temp-to-perm position. Candidates must be based in New York City and willing to work in a hybrid capacity. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Develop project budgets and staffing plans that meet client needs and preserve margins. * Manage 360 campaigns and projects, inclusive of AV, Digital, Social, Print, OOH, Live Action and Experiential, throughout the lifecycle of the project. * Act as a point of contact for client across workstreams in coordination with Account Management. * Manage, mentor, grow and inspire associate to senior level project management team members. * Flag inconsistencies/issues with project feasibility and profitability when applicable. * Establish best practices and internal processes that 1) make for efficient and effective work and communication streams, and 2) guarantee appropriate tracking and profitability across all projects. * When needed, help train Project Managers to create detailed project plans and timelines to track progress and manage projects of all sizes and budgets from concept to completion. * Field, evaluate, and quickly respond to (and resolve) concerns from your team and act as an escalation point for client-specific workflows and budget discussions. * Solicit input from cross-functional leads to define, document, train and maintain best practices for project management tools. * Assign staff to projects in conjunction with resource management and creative leadership. * Work with Creative Operations leadership to develop best practices and processes for frequent and early communication of contingent staffing needs across projects. WHAT YOU HAVE DONE/WHO YOU ARE * You have experience overseeing the delivery of best in class 360 campaigns for industry leading companies (including AV, Digital, Social, Print, OOH, Live Action and Experiential). * You possess an exceptional ability to manage long-term, multi-million dollar engagements and multiple project tracks with a firm command of project management processes and methodologies. * Likewise, you are experienced in managing quick, nimble, short-term engagements with smaller, more multi-disciplinary teams. * You have a deep understanding of 360 campaign and production lifecycles, ideally across both Entertainment Marketing and Consumer Brands clients. * You have an incredible ability to manage and set expectations with your team. You are someone who can both lead by example and also take an active interest in fostering the talents of your direct reports. * You possess exceptional leadership qualities, such as motivation and conflict-management techniques. * You have an expert knowledge of spreadsheets and Google slides. * You have superb time management skills and are especially strong with calendar prioritization. * You have a practiced ability to deliver concise, clear communications. YOUR BACKGROUND INCLUDES * 8-10+ years of integrated agency experience in a fast paced environment. SOME OF OUR PERKS * Unlimited paid time off * 401k with company matching and no vesting period * Generous medical plan * Paid parental leave * Company-wide events and retreats ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, "Would I be a good fit for Known?" or "Would Known be a good fit for me?" Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $135-$145K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 250+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with top ten status on The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025, and as Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for a record third year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company's World Changing Ideas, Digiday's 2025 Best AI Platform and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency, to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU A key focus of this position is to work with internal teams and third-party suppliers to manage and support IT systems and processes, ensuring robust, cost-effective, scalable, and secure services. The right candidate will have a proven track record in networking, cloud platforms, systems engineering, support planning, risk management, and enterprise information security. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as you will be the primary point of contact for support and maintenance of the server and network infrastructure. You should be able to quickly assess technical issues, communicate them clearly to the team, and deliver timely solutions. Providing escalated (tier II) support for both Macintosh and Windows desktop users will be part of your day-to-day. As we are a creative agency, our ideal candidate will bring experience in the entertainment industry and familiarity with non-linear editing systems, animation, 3D modeling, editing stations, the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, AVID Media Composer, creative plug-ins, and font management. RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain turnkey editing stations utilizing Jump Desktop, RDP, and Fluid Remote Desktop for remote sessions. Troubleshoot creative tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Red Giant Suite, GenArts Sapphire, AVID Media Composer, and Cinema 4D. Deliver technical support and guidance through Tier II support, training, and documentation. Manage Windows Active Directory Users, DNS, and GPO. Administer MDM platforms (Jamf and Microsoft Intune required). Support NAS and shared storage resources (Isilon, TrueNAS, Synology). Manage license servers across Windows and Linux systems. Troubleshoot on-premises network issues including access points, switches, and firewalls. Provide desktop support for mac OS and Windows environments. Support VMware/ESXi virtual infrastructure. Provide support for cloud resources (Azure AD and Google Workspace). Provide basic support for audio and video hardware/software in conference rooms, in collaboration with the IT team. Support the Security team by monitoring and reporting incidents with industry-standard SIEM tools. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE 5+ years of experience in systems administration. 3-5 years of Office 365 and MDM experience. Strong knowledge of networking, cloud platforms, and virtualization. Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a white-glove customer service mindset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume creative environment. Entertainment industry experience preferred, especially with tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Red Giant Suite, GenArts Sapphire, AVID Media Composer, Cinema 4D, and Jump Desktop. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Onsite Support: 4 days/week SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $85K-$100K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU Known's Media Science team uses advanced analytics, machine learning, statistics, and algorithms to plan and optimize advertising dollars. We partner with our clients to translate their business goals into meaningful metrics, and buy media across all channels to drive those target outcomes. We are looking for someone to join the team and work alongside data analysts, data scientists, media buyers, and software engineers. As a Senior Specialist, Digital Partnerships, you'll contribute to our strategic and executional efforts for IO-based media partnerships. You'll be responsible for providing guidance on how media performance impacts clients' broader business objectives, and how they should be approaching the digital space. Vendor relationships are your foremost responsibility, ranging from introductory meetings and RFP participation to plan negotiations and management throughout campaign flights. This role sits with Known's Digital Strategy & Investment team (DS&I). Along with its focus on partnerships, DS&I is a multi-functional team with points of intersection across many disciplines. DS&I works closely with Known's Media Strategy, Buyer Science, Channel Science (Programmatic, Social, Search, Linear), Media Operations, and Finance teams to ensure coordinated efforts. WHAT YOU'LL DO Engage and evaluate media vendors to broaden and improve the team's partner roster Work closely with other team members to negotiate partnerships with vendors Understand and effectively communicate the value proposition of IO partnerships holistically and for each partner, as well as relevant technology and processes Ensure best practice in all executional activities (set up, trafficking requests, optimization, reporting, etc.) and knowledge sharing across teams Coordinate digital partnership efforts (strategy and execution) with other media channels Build analyses, stories, and slides for client media plans and reports Manage communications with clients as appropriate Understand the client's overall business objectives and translate them into effective paid media campaigns WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE 3+ years of experience in a digital agency environment working with media vendors, internal teams, and external collaborators Knowledge of direct IO partnerships' roles in the media ecosystem, including familiarity of how these relate to specific tactics (display, video, social, email, search, etc.) A deep understanding of the strategic and executional aspects of managing direct partnerships, including vendor RFPs/evaluation/negotiation, in-platform plan setup, contracting, creating trafficking requests, post-launch QA, reporting, etc. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Strong track record of planning and executing branding, consideration, and direct response campaigns, ideally across a variety of verticals Strong organizational skills to ensure accuracy and quality of all accountable responsibilities and deliverables Outstanding critical thinking skills and a detail-oriented mindset Hands-on experience with Prisma is required THE “NICE-TO-HAVES” Hands-on experience in typical media platforms like DoubleVerify and CM360 Experience working with grocery clients is a plus Experience working with retail media networks and/or in shopper marketing is a plus Experience managing others is a plus SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $80K - $90K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: The Media Science team continues to grow and so does our need for a Senior Specialist on the Paid Social team. This position is responsible for the creation, maintenance, and optimization of our social ad campaigns, using analytics, automation, and piloting internal tools. While they will be working in a team with at least one more senior member, this position is assuming experience executing and reporting on paid social campaigns, and therefore some ability to do so independently. Senior Specialists are expected to have excellent critical thinking skills, with an innate sense of curiosity and the desire to explore new ways to evolve and improve campaign setup to deliver ROI for our clients. In addition, time and project management skills are key to being successful in this role. Being a Social Specialist at Known is a unique opportunity for those pursuing a career in this field. In addition to the analytics and operations which form the basis of our campaigns, our social analysts many times work directly with clients, attending client meetings and presenting recommendations and results with support from more senior members. They are responsible for contributing significantly to deliverables, including regular campaign optimizations. WHAT YOU'LL DO Independently build and sometimes present campaign-related analyses and results. These analyses can include everything from creative image analysis to audience deep dives, bid approaches, and measurement results. Assisting in all elements of a paid social campaign builds across platforms such as Meta, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, or Pinterest - includes account configuration, media planning, campaign setup and ad trafficking, and QA. Own the day-to-day monitoring, management, optimization, and development of assigned campaigns Derive and implement optimizations and new campaign strategies, such as new bid approach, A/B tests, and audience testing to improve performance Ideate on new analytical methodologies for optimizing campaigns Validate data analyses by reviewing and performing audits of our data in reporting or creating new analyses that better serve our clients or improve our efficiency Operate existing software infrastructure to traffic, evaluate performance, and analyze media Campaign billing and actualization within media finance systems WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE 1-2 years of professional experience working directly with paid campaigns on Social Media platforms such as Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, Reddit, or TikTok, X 1+ years professional experience in analytics, advertising, ad tech, or media Experience managing paid social campaigns through Sprinklr a huge plus Can exhibit technical leadership and critical thinking by reviewing and identifying campaign setup errors or opportunities to optimize to improve results Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge Understanding of the fundamentals of social media advertising Knowledge of social platforms including Facebook/Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, Pinterest and LinkedIn High proficiency with Excel Strong math and statistics foundational knowledge Proven ability to work independently and efficiently Attention to detail Time management Excellent verbal and written communication Some experience presenting work and the desire to develop this area Aptitude for deeply interpreting data/analytics Experience with data visualization tools such as Looker or Tableau is a plus Competencies Detail-oriented with a desire for managing the quality & accuracy of analytics, including checking your own and others' work A desire to work on challenging problems that require flexibility in approach Ability to think strategically, analytically, and proactively about diverse business problems Collaborative attitude Self motivated and exhibits initiative Willing & able to learn quickly Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $65K-$80K This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. SKEPTIC™, Known's proprietary AI analytics and optimization platform, powers our full service agency and has received industry-wide recognition for innovation in marketing technology and analytics. In 2025, SKEPTIC was recognized by Fast Company as one of the Next Big Things in Tech . Additionally, Digiday recognized SKEPTIC as Best Marketing Analytics Platform (2023) and the Best AI Platform (2025). Together, these honors underscore SKEPTIC's evolution into an award-winning platform now being licensed to enterprise marketers. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the Role: Our SKEPTIC SaaS business and the related AI Implementation business is growing rapidly. The Senior Director of SKEPTIC Client Engagements will be the primary steward of our most critical client relationships, ensuring the successful delivery of complex software and AI projects and the sustained growth of our accounts. This role is central to the success and reputation of the SKEPTIC business, demanding a blend of technical comprehension, exceptional relationship and project management, and proven business acumen. Furthermore, a key focus is the sustained growth of our accounts. The Senior Director will be tasked with identifying and leading new strategic opportunities within the existing client base. This requires a consultative approach, understanding the client's evolving needs, presenting strategic roadmaps for further SKEPTIC integration, and securing renewals and expansions that significantly increase the lifetime value of the partnership. Success in this area is measured by client satisfaction, account health, and year-over-year revenue growth within the assigned portfolio. Therefore this role must also be tightly integrated into our product and technology teams to directly influence the SKEPTIC roadmap, based on evolving client needs. WHAT YOU'LL DO Skeptic Commercial and Contractual Stewardship: Become a subject matter expert on Skeptic, acting as the frontline enforcer of SKEPTIC product boundaries, ensuring client needs are met without compromising platform scalability or roadmap integrity. Partner with Product to evaluate client requests for roadmap inclusion vs. paid customization. Partner with CTO, Product, and CX to evolve commercial strategy. Take the lead in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts and SOWs, working with the CTO. Diligently track and report on project burn rates, managing the commercial health of the engagement and ensuring profitability. Client Relationship Management and Communication: Proactively manage high-volume, executive-level client communications, serving as the trusted point of contact for all engagement-related matters. This involves setting clear expectations, managing internal and external stakeholders, and driving a collaborative partnership. Engagement Oversight and Delivery Excellence: Maintain rigorous oversight of all active engagements, coordinating with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Product, Data Science) to guarantee the on-time and high-quality delivery of solutions defined in the Statement of Work (SOW). Owns the transition from implementation to licensed operation, including go-live readiness, acceptance criteria, and post-launch stabilization. Team Readiness and Performance: Ensure the engagement team is consistently well-prepared for all client meetings, reviews, and workshops, having comprehensively mastered the project status, technical details, and strategic implications. Own internal and external cross functional planning with channel/data science, engineering, and product. Negotiation and Scope Management: Expertly field, manage, and deflect minor scope creep and micro-negotiations from the client, clearly communicating the impact of changes and maintaining project focus. Risk Mitigation and Executive Escalation: Identify potential delivery risks, resourcing constraints, or technical roadblocks early, escalating critical issues to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for timely strategic decisions and intervention as necessary. Account Strategy and Growth: Work closely with the Account Strategy team to identify opportunities for account expansion and ensure the delivered work aligns with the client's long-term business objectives. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE Experience Profile: 6-10+ years of progressive experience as an Account Lead, Engagement Manager, or Director of Client Services at a software integrator, technical consulting firm, or a sophisticated MarTech/AdTech organization. This experience must include overseeing and owning end-to-end delivery of significant technical or software-centric engagements. Experience supporting licensed software platforms or SaaS products is strongly preferred. Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of the financial aspects of professional services, including mastery of contract lifecycle management, SOW development, utilization tracking, forecasting, and managing project profitability. Technical Fluency: A strong comfort level discussing complex software development, data science, or technical platform integration concepts, enabling effective coordination between technical teams and non-technical clients. Leadership and Communication: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills (both written and verbal). The ability to command a room, influence executive stakeholders, and lead cross-functional teams through ambiguity. Problem-Solving: Proven ability to anticipate problems, navigate conflict, and deliver solutions under pressure while maintaining composure and client confidence. Education: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Computer Science) is preferred; a Master's degree is a plus. SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $180K-$200K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that "Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency," and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: Known's Skeptic team builds the tools that power Known's media buying practice and elevate the media campaigns of our clients. Our work ranges from predictive modeling / optimization to infrastructure development, and Skeptic's data scientists and engineers are challenged every day to push the limits of advanced advertising. We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist who can understand the core business objectives of our internal teams and our clients, and develop tools tailored to their use cases. Experience in media is a plus, but not required for the role. The initial project for this role will have a heavy forecasting component and leverage common techniques used for Media Mix Models. In this role more generally, you will work with, and guide, other data scientists on a variety of projects and interface with our other teams at Known. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will drive forward some of our most difficult data science projects. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Developing new techniques (e.g., ML models, optimization algorithms, and automation) to improve Known IP and create tools for Known's clients * Working with other data scientists and engineers to productionalize new tools * Collaborating with data visualization experts to build dashboards around forecasts and other model outputs * Managing the ingestion and cleaning of new datasets relevant to your work / projects * Mentoring other data scientists on our team WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE * A Masters or PhD from a well-regarded college or university. STEM degrees are preferred. * 5+ years (with Masters) or 3+ years (with PhD) of hands-on experience doing quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, optimization and/or statistics. Experience utilizing Python and SQL. Candidates with a Bachelors degree and 7+ years of experience may also be considered. * 3+ years of experience building data science software * Experience in ad-tech or media buying is highly desired, specifically with a track record of modeling data from 'Walled Garden' social ecosystems * A strong grasp of Bayesian statistical methods is a plus. You should be comfortable applying probabilistic thinking to solve real-world optimization problems, beyond standard frequentist approaches. Skills, abilities, and knowledge * Superb communication and presentation skills * An ability to translate business challenges into quantitative problems, and solve them by whatever means necessary, which may not always be strict machine learning * Proven ownership of projects taken to completion * A commitment to managing the quality & accuracy of analytics, ensuring high standards with your and others' work * Experience working on a tech team, with experience in cloud technologies, version control, etc. * Experience in advertising or advertising technology is a plus * Applied knowledge of Bayesian inference and probabilistic programming (experience with libraries like PyMC) is a plus * Deep understanding of the data structures and optimization levers within social advertising platforms (e.g., bidding strategies, conversion windows, and attribution logic) is a plus Competencies * Ability to prioritize time, work and effort while multitasking on multiple projects * Desire to mentor and teach others * Collaborative attitude * Self motivated and exhibits initiative * Willing & able to learn quickly * Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity SOME OF OUR PERKS * Unlimited paid time off * 401k with company matching and no vesting period * Annual bonuses * Generous medical plan * Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, "Would I be a good fit for Known?" or "Would Known be a good fit for me?" Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $130K - $150K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 250+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with top ten status on The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025 , and as Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for a record third year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company's World Changing Ideas, Digiday's 2025 Best AI Platform and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency , to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: At Known, our Media Science team blends advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling to plan and optimize media investments. We translate client goals into measurable outcomes and activate campaigns across all channels to deliver real business results. Within this team, the Ad Operations group ensures campaigns are executed with precision, driving measurement accuracy, process efficiency, and technical excellence. As Manager, Ad Operations, you'll bring deep technical expertise and strategic thinking to the end-to-end execution of multi-platform campaigns. You'll collaborate closely with media, creative, and analytics teams to ensure flawless delivery, while continuously improving workflows and helping shape the future of our ad ops practice. WHAT YOU'LL DO Strategic & Technical Execution Oversee and contribute to the full lifecycle of digital campaign execution, including pre-launch consultation (tagging strategy, measurement planning, attribution setup), in-flight troubleshooting, and post-launch analysis. Ensure the accurate implementation of ad tags and pixels across platforms, aligning with technical specifications and campaign objectives. Collaborate with internal media, creative, and analytics teams, as well as external partners, to ensure technical precision and flawless execution. Lead QA efforts and troubleshooting processes to uphold campaign integrity and performance. Operational Excellence Monitor and continuously improve operational workflows, with a focus on increasing efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Own and maintain key operational tools such as the Creative Rotation Sheet (CRS), ensuring accurate and timely updates. Develop and document best practices for tagging, trafficking, and tracking implementation across platforms and clients. Team Collaboration & Mentorship Serve as a go-to resource for junior Ad Ops team members, offering guidance, peer review, and informal mentorship to strengthen team capabilities. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align on campaign execution requirements and resolve technical challenges efficiently. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence across the Media Science and media teams. Thought Leadership & Innovation Stay current on developments in ad tech, privacy regulations (e.g., cookie deprecation), platform capabilities, and industry standards. Conduct research and analysis on emerging technologies or policy changes and provide strategic recommendations for internal practices and client impact. Contribute to the development and refinement of operational strategies to meet evolving client and market needs. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE 3+ years of hands-on experience in digital ad operations within a media agency or ad-tech environment. Deep expertise in ad trafficking, tagging, pixeling, and troubleshooting in an executional workflow. Strong understanding of the ad-tech ecosystem, including data privacy trends and measurement strategies. Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision. High attention to detail and a strong commitment to QA and operational precision. Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative, cross-functional team environments. Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on creating a smooth and constructive experience for internal teams and external partners. Comfortable working through ambiguity and bringing structure to evolving or undefined processes with composure, adaptability, and a strong sense of ownership Technical Skills (Required) Proficiency in Campaign Manager 360 (formerly Google Campaign Manager) for ad server tagging and trafficking. Proficiency with tracking/measurement tools, especially Google Tag Manager (GTM); familiarity with Adobe, Tealium, Oracle, Segment is a plus. Working knowledge of tracking and tag implementation across major social platforms (Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, X, Snapchat, etc.). Experience with HTML, JavaScript, and other web technologies for tag and pixel implementation. Strong skills in Excel for campaign data management and troubleshooting. App tracking experience is a strong plus. SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $90K-$105K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: As our Media/Data Science team continues to expand, we are in search of a Programmatic Trader. This role is pivotal in the creation, maintenance, and optimization of our programmatic campaigns, leveraging analytics, automation, and existing tools. Working alongside senior members, our Programmatic Trader should possess strong analytical skills, a keen sense of curiosity, and a passion for discovering innovative ways to enhance our processes and deliver maximum ROI for our clients. Effective time and project management skills are essential for success in this role. Being a Programmatic Trader at Known offers a unique career trajectory. Beyond the analytics and operations that underpin our campaigns, our traders often engage directly with clients, partake in client meetings, and occasionally present results, supported by senior team members. They play a significant role in producing deliverables, including regular campaign updates. This role must be based in NYC. WHAT YOU'LL DO Independently construct and occasionally present campaign-related analyses and results, encompassing aspects like audience insights, bidding strategies, experiment outcomes, and landing page tactics. Assist in all facets of a programmatic campaign build, from account configuration, media strategy, campaign setup, ad trafficking, to QA. Implement optimizations and new campaign strategies to enhance performance. Propose innovative analytical methodologies for campaign optimization. Ensure data accuracy by reviewing and conducting audits, or by creating new analyses that better cater to our clients or boost our efficiency. Daily monitoring, management, analytics, optimization, and development of assigned campaigns. Develop novel strategies (algorithms, models, automation) to optimize KPIs and enhance Known IP. Utilize existing software infrastructure for trafficking, performance evaluation, and media analysis. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE A BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university. STEM degrees are preferred. 2+ years of professional experience in programmatic trading, advertising, ad tech, or media. 1+ years of hands-on experience with programmatic platforms, especially TTD (The Trade Desk) and DV360. Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge Comprehensive understanding of programmatic advertising. High proficiency in Excel. Solid foundation in math and statistics. Proven ability to operate independently and efficiently. Exceptional attention to detail. Effective time management. Excellent verbal and written communication. Experience in presenting work and a keen interest in honing this skill. Proficiency in interpreting data/analytics. Familiarity with data visualization tools like Looker or Tableau is advantageous. Understanding of digital ad ops technology is a plus Competencies Detail-oriented with a commitment to ensuring the quality and accuracy of analytics. Eagerness to tackle challenging problems with a flexible approach. Strategic, analytical, and proactive thinking about diverse business challenges. Team player attitude. Self-driven with a proactive mindset. Quick learner. Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity. SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $65K-$80K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers, and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. That belief has earned Known top industry recognition, including being named 2025 ADWEEK Midsize Agency of the Year. Furthermore, Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with top ten status on The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025 , and as Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for a record third year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company's World Changing Ideas, Digiday's 2025 Best AI Platform and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency , to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU Known is looking for a Director, Project Management to join the Studios practice, working with clients spanning consumer and entertainment brands. A Director, Project Management sets clear standards and guidelines for their work to ensure that all projects they and their team deliver are on strategy, on time and on budget. A quality Director, Project Management will have exceptionally strong communication, leadership and management skills. They must bring a “can do” attitude, fast problem solving skills, and a hands on workstyle to ensure the success of the project management team and Studios department as a whole. Please Note: This is a temp-to-perm position. Candidates must be based in New York City and willing to work in a hybrid capacity. WHAT YOU'LL DO Develop project budgets and staffing plans that meet client needs and preserve margins. Manage 360 campaigns and projects, inclusive of AV, Digital, Social, Print, OOH, Live Action and Experiential, throughout the lifecycle of the project. Act as a point of contact for client across workstreams in coordination with Account Management. Manage, mentor, grow and inspire associate to senior level project management team members. Flag inconsistencies/issues with project feasibility and profitability when applicable. Establish best practices and internal processes that 1) make for efficient and effective work and communication streams, and 2) guarantee appropriate tracking and profitability across all projects. When needed, help train Project Managers to create detailed project plans and timelines to track progress and manage projects of all sizes and budgets from concept to completion. Field, evaluate, and quickly respond to (and resolve) concerns from your team and act as an escalation point for client-specific workflows and budget discussions. Solicit input from cross-functional leads to define, document, train and maintain best practices for project management tools. Assign staff to projects in conjunction with resource management and creative leadership. Work with Creative Operations leadership to develop best practices and processes for frequent and early communication of contingent staffing needs across projects. WHAT YOU HAVE DONE/WHO YOU ARE You have experience overseeing the delivery of best in class 360 campaigns for industry leading companies (including AV, Digital, Social, Print, OOH, Live Action and Experiential). You possess an exceptional ability to manage long-term, multi-million dollar engagements and multiple project tracks with a firm command of project management processes and methodologies. Likewise, you are experienced in managing quick, nimble, short-term engagements with smaller, more multi-disciplinary teams. You have a deep understanding of 360 campaign and production lifecycles, ideally across both Entertainment Marketing and Consumer Brands clients. You have an incredible ability to manage and set expectations with your team. You are someone who can both lead by example and also take an active interest in fostering the talents of your direct reports. You possess exceptional leadership qualities, such as motivation and conflict-management techniques. You have an expert knowledge of spreadsheets and Google slides. You have superb time management skills and are especially strong with calendar prioritization. You have a practiced ability to deliver concise, clear communications. YOUR BACKGROUND INCLUDES 8-10+ years of integrated agency experience in a fast paced environment. SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Generous medical plan Paid parental leave Company-wide events and retreats ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $135-$145K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: Known's Skeptic team builds the tools that power Known's media buying practice and elevate the media campaigns of our clients. Our work ranges from predictive modeling / optimization to infrastructure development, and Skeptic's data scientists and engineers are challenged every day to push the limits of advanced advertising. We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist who can understand the core business objectives of our internal teams and our clients, and develop tools tailored to their use cases. Experience in media is a plus, but not required for the role. The initial project for this role will have a heavy forecasting component and leverage common techniques used for Media Mix Models. In this role more generally, you will work with, and guide, other data scientists on a variety of projects and interface with our other teams at Known. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will drive forward some of our most difficult data science projects. WHAT YOU'LL DO Developing new techniques (e.g., ML models, optimization algorithms, and automation) to improve Known IP and create tools for Known's clients Working with other data scientists and engineers to productionalize new tools Collaborating with data visualization experts to build dashboards around forecasts and other model outputs Managing the ingestion and cleaning of new datasets relevant to your work / projects Mentoring other data scientists on our team WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE A Masters or PhD from a well-regarded college or university. STEM degrees are preferred. 5+ years (with Masters) or 3+ years (with PhD) of hands-on experience doing quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, optimization and/or statistics. Experience utilizing Python and SQL. Candidates with a Bachelors degree and 7+ years of experience may also be considered. 3+ years of experience building data science software Experience in ad-tech or media buying is highly desired, specifically with a track record of modeling data from 'Walled Garden' social ecosystems A strong grasp of Bayesian statistical methods is a plus. You should be comfortable applying probabilistic thinking to solve real-world optimization problems, beyond standard frequentist approaches. Skills, abilities, and knowledge Superb communication and presentation skills An ability to translate business challenges into quantitative problems, and solve them by whatever means necessary, which may not always be strict machine learning Proven ownership of projects taken to completion A commitment to managing the quality & accuracy of analytics, ensuring high standards with your and others' work Experience working on a tech team, with experience in cloud technologies, version control, etc. Experience in advertising or advertising technology is a plus Applied knowledge of Bayesian inference and probabilistic programming (experience with libraries like PyMC) is a plus Deep understanding of the data structures and optimization levers within social advertising platforms (e.g., bidding strategies, conversion windows, and attribution logic) is a plus Competencies Ability to prioritize time, work and effort while multitasking on multiple projects Desire to mentor and teach others Collaborative attitude Self motivated and exhibits initiative Willing & able to learn quickly Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $130K - $150K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU As a Director, you will manage, mentor and develop a team of early to mid-career researchers, strengthen existing client relationships, and pitch winning proposals to new clients. This is a hybrid B2B/B2C leadership role involving a focus on B2B research in the technology sector as well as B2C work across a range of consumer brands. You'll lead a team of Managers, Consultants, and Analysts and guide their development and growth - they will look to you for support and mentorship. And you'll be part of a leadership team that wants to see your vision for growth and innovation on multiple fronts - how we support the growth of our practice and overall company, how we operate as a team, and how we create the best working environment possible. This role is right for you if: Nothing inspires you more than working with talented and creative colleagues and helping them grow into their full potential as marketing experts You are invigorated by the prospect of partnering with passionate clients trying to find breakthrough insights and strategy You want to re-think the way research and marketing strategy are executed and delivered You want your ideas and strategies to have limitless impact WHAT YOU'LL DO You've spent years managing teams, developing talent, building strong client relationships, and leading thoughtful and creative research. This has given you important expertise and unique perspectives. At Known, you will find like-minded people who want to learn from each other and develop into the marketing leaders of the next decade. Here is some of what you will do in your role: Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Research Managers, Consultants, and Analysts - usually between 3-5 people. Work with Managers to find their voice - finding creative research approaches, developing solid analysis plans, story-telling / building narratives, and presenting effectively to clients. Work with Consultants and Analysts to ensure their growth on foundational skills - technical, project management, and client-management related. Work with our HR team and senior leadership on innovation as a manager and talent developer. Oversee a portfolio of projects including a combination of B2B, B2C and/or technology sector projects Managers and Consultants lead project engagements and you are their brainstorming partner across all phases of the work. You will typically oversee 6-8 projects at a time - we manage this number carefully so that you and your team members feel that you can approach your work collaboratively and creatively. Ensure the health of the team and act as cultural standard-bearers - we want all of our employees to find the best version of their career at this company and you are responsible for making sure your team feels empowered and supported in this goal. Build client relationships Use your excellent client management skills to continue driving Known's long-standing and deep relationships with existing clients. Build compelling proposals that win projects and new clients. Attract new business by networking and pursuing leads. WHAT YOU HAVE DONE/WHO YOU ARE You have 6+ years of quantitative experience at a research firm, consulting agency, or similar company. You've completed a variety of B2B, B2C and tech sector primary research projects. You have superior people management skills and a toolkit of techniques to mentor, develop, and engage a team. You have experience in managing a team with an established record of developing technical and consultative skills in others. You can speak to the skills and approaches you've developed to building a healthy and growing team. You have fluency in talking about strategic marketing problems, a practical understanding of what our clients are trying to achieve, and you have the technical experience to know how best to approach these problems. Specific examples include: Early stage market opportunity assessment Customer segmentation (e.g., using Latent Class Clustering, tree-based approaches, etc.) and needs assessment Feature/needs prioritization to support product development (e.g., using MaxDiff, TURF analysis) Pricing/Packaging/Product Portfolio optimization (e.g., using Conjoint) Path-to-Purchase research Value Proposition development Positioning and Messaging research Brand Tracking and/or Media Tracking research You have superb communication, narrative-building, and presentation skills. You have experience in a statistical package such as SPSS, SAS, Q; experience in R and Python is a plus. Knowledge of media buying, and how research can help optimize media buying is a plus. Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace proficiency SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $145K-$165K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1

WE HAVE CREATED A WORLD WHERE ART AND SCIENCE ARE BEST FRIENDS Known is a modern marketing company engineered for the unprecedented opportunities and challenges facing marketers today. We are about 200+ people strong, pairing PhD data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers and expert research teams to produce some of the most innovative and cutting-edge creative work in culture. We believe that when creative truly collaborates with science, strategy, and technology, amazing things can happen. Ad Age touted that “Known may be the ultimate example of a full-service agency,” and honored us with two prestigious recognitions this year: #3 on The A-List as one of the top agencies in the world, and Ad Age's Data & Insights Agency of the year for the second year in a row. Without our incredible partnerships with our clients, spanning across the leading brands in finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, real estate, and many other categories, honors like this could not be possible, and also have helped us earn additional awards and recognitions over the years like: Emmys, Clios Entertainment and Sports Awards, Effies, Cannes Lions Awards, ProMax Agency of the Year, and Digiday's Most Innovative Media Agency to name a few. We couldn't create this award-winning work without seeking out and hiring the best talent. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators, knowledge-hunters who are constantly challenging ourselves to do better and be better for our clients, for our team and for our world at large. Our offices around the U.S. are open and while most of our people work in a hybrid setting, we are a distributed workforce with a number of Knowners working remotely. BUT ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU About the role: Known's Marketing Science team embeds data scientists directly within our media buying and activation operations. You will be at the forefront of creating innovative analytical approaches to analyze and improve media buying strategies and outcomes for our diverse clientele. A key responsibility will be to design, develop, and deploy data-driven applications and tools that empower our media activation teams, streamlining their workflows and enhancing their effectiveness. Furthermore, you will contribute your expertise to our media consulting practice, providing data-backed insights and strategic solutions to external clients. We are seeking a Data Scientist who can understand the core business objectives of our internal teams and our clients, and ideate, design, and develop innovative solutions using advanced statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization, and potentially Generative AI techniques. While direct experience in media is a strong plus, a passion for applying cutting-edge data science to solve complex marketing and media challenges is crucial. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend deep analytical skills with practical marketing acumen to drive significant impact. In this role more generally, you will work with, and guide (for senior levels), other data scientists on a variety of projects, interface with our other teams at Known, and drive forward some of our most difficult and innovative data science projects, using advanced methods to revolutionize media buying and activation. WHAT YOU'LL DO Analyze complex media buying data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for performance improvement and optimization. Develop, implement, and refine innovative analytical models, algorithms, and frameworks to enhance media buying strategies, targeting, and ROI. Design, build, test, and deploy robust data-driven applications and tools to automate processes, improve efficiency, and support decision-making for the media activation team. Collaborate closely with media buyers, strategists, engineers, and account teams to understand their challenges and translate business needs into effective data science solutions. Contribute to media consulting engagements by delivering data analysis, predictive modeling, strategic recommendations, and client-facing presentations. Develop and apply a range of techniques to improve Known IP and create valuable tools for Known's internal teams and clients. Work with other data scientists and engineers to productionalize new tools and analytical solutions, ensuring scalability and reliability. Stay current with advancements in Data Science, AI, media analytics, and ad technology, identifying opportunities for their application in the marketing domain. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE A Bachelors, Masters or PhD in a STEM field, or equivalent practical experience. Hands-on experience doing quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, optimization and/or machine learning. Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights, particularly within a marketing or media context. Strong understanding of marketing principles and media buying/activation processes. Direct experience in media analytics, ad-tech, or a similar marketing-focused data science role is highly desirable. Experience utilizing Python and SQL for data manipulation, analysis, and model building. Experience building data science software, analytical workflows, or data-driven applications. 2+ years (with Masters/PhD) or 3+ years (with Bachelors) of relevant experience in data science or analytics. 1+ years of experience building data science software or applications, ideally including those leveraging AI/ML models. Academic projects, internships, or personal projects demonstrating application of modeling techniques to solve real-world problems are preferred. Skills, abilities, and knowledge: Superb communication and presentation skills, with an ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences (including media teams and clients). An ability to translate business challenges from the media buying, activation, and consulting domains into quantitative problems, and solve them effectively using appropriate data science methodologies and tools. A strong blend of data science expertise and marketing/media acumen Proven ownership of projects taken from ideation to completion and impact. A commitment to managing the quality & accuracy of analytics, ensuring high standards with your and others' work. Experience working collaboratively on a tech team, with familiarity in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), version control (e.g., Git), etc. Competencies: Ability to prioritize time, work and effort while multitasking on multiple projects. Desire to mentor and teach others. Collaborative attitude. Self motivated and exhibits initiative. Willing & able to learn quickly. Abundant intellectual curiosity and integrity. SOME OF OUR PERKS Unlimited paid time off 401k with company matching and no vesting period Annual bonuses Generous medical plan Paid parental leave ONE LAST THING TO ASK YOURSELF All this might sound great, but you're probably still wondering, “Would I be a good fit for Known?” or “Would Known be a good fit for me?” Our culture is propped up by four values that we aspire to every day: We are one team. We see the good. We never stop learning. There's always a better way. At Known we are setting out to build something more than just a company. We are building a legacy filled with exceptionally talented people with a kaleidoscope of backgrounds, experiences, and origin stories who feel encouraged and empowered to bring their whole selves to work, and to partner with us in molding and shaping our culture through our values. Known is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or locally protected class. The base salary for this position is $110K-$130K. This range is posted in compliance with state and municipal Pay Transparency laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional Known benefits. #LI-RR1