Digital Operations Specialist
Gulfport, MS
Full Time
Entry Level
Position: Digital Operations Specialist (DOS)
Reports to: Digital Sales Manager
WXXV is a media company innovating in the digital age. Our purpose is to serve the greater good of our
communities in the MS Gulf Coast through a modern delivery of local news, impactful area events and innovative
marketing services that deliver measurable results for businesses of all sizes. Partnering with WXXV Strategic
Marketing Solutions means unlocking a local team of experts dedicated to your long-term business success. With the backing and support of one of the nation's largest privately held media companies, Morris Multimedia, we bring that rare combination of local heart and hustle with national amplification and know-how. Striving to serve the greater good of our communities, we ensure that our local customers are growing and thriving with our
strategic marketing solutions that include original content, multi-platform audience reach, and cutting-edge
attribution.
The Digital Operations Specialist (DOS) is a critical element in the success of the TV Station’s digital business.
Essentially serving as a ‘project manager’, this person works with internal departments, various vendor partners,
and an array of marketing tools to fulfill client or TV Station deliverables on time and on budget. Ultimately, this
person is responsible for making sure the deliverables meet and/or exceed client expectations after the sale.
The Digital Operations Specialist must be a well organized, detail-oriented, skilled, enthusiastic, positive and
resourceful individual with a keen aptitude for creative problem solving.
Here are the digital marketing products and services that are fulfilled by internal and external teams:
● Website Services: Wordpress & Shopify Website Design, Hosting, Domain, Security, Updates
● Content Services: SEO, Social Media Management, Email/Text, Video Production, Graphic Design, etc.
● Advertising Services: SEM/PPC, Targeted Display, OTT/CTV, YouTube, Social Media Advertising
● Software Services: Contesting, Business Listings, Reputation
● News Website: Display Ads, Video Pre/Post Roll, Deals, Content Sponsorships, Native Advertising
● News Mobile App: Display Ads, Video Pre/Post Roll, Content Sponsorships, Native Advertising
● OTT/CTV App on Roku/Amazon/Apple: Streaming TV ads, Native Advertising
● Daily Email Newsletter: Display Ads, Content Sponsorships, Native Advertising
● Non-Traditional: Event Marketing, Outside Media Partnerships, etc
DOS Responsibilities
Pre-Sale Support:
● Design sales collateral, templates for presentations in Canva/Google Sheets as needed
After a Sale:
● Assist in gathering all required account access and content/brand assets from the client.
● Put in insertion orders to kick off project tasks to be completed by internal/external fulfillment teams
Onboarding:
● Take an active role in ‘onboarding’ conversations with client, fulfillment team and/or internal departments
Account Management:
● Hold internal departments and/or vendor partner fulfillment team accountable for meeting client expectations
● Monitor and communicate project updates via Basecamp (project management tool)
● Serve as the communication liaison between the client or salesperson and fulfillment teams
Reporting:
● Produce a client campaign report presentation monthly (mostly automated via Agency Analytics)
● Produce TV station website and mobile app analytics reports (mostly automated via GA4)
● Update the ‘Work In Progress’ (WIP) google sheet weekly and ensure everything is running as ordered
Recon:
● Verify accuracy of invoices
● Assist Digital Sales Manager (DSM) in identifying upsell or improvement opportunities
Skills & Qualifications
● 1+ year of experience in a Project Management, Sales Assistant or Digital Marketing role
● Approachable, personable and resourceful problem-solver - always looking for the win-win
● Exceptional professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
● Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
● Highly-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a cross-functional team setting
● Any experience in digital advertising platforms, website services, online visibility and content marketing
● Any experience working in Meta Business Manager and Google Ads Manager (administrative tasks)
● Any experience with tools such as Basecamp, AgencyAnalytics, Canva, Google Workspace (not required)
What We Offer
● Local, collaborative decision making as the only privately owned TV station in the area
● A family-like work culture where we prioritize our people and communities
● The opportunity to learn, gain certifications and potentially advance within the company
Compensation & Benefits
● Type: Full Time
● Compensation: paid bi-monthly (commensurate with experience)
● Benefits: 401k Match, PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision (significantly subsidized)
Employment at WXXV shall be based on merit, qualification, and competence. Employment practice shall not
be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or an employee’s race, age, sex, religion, color, national
origin, or disability. We utilize DMV & criminal background checks as a condition of employment. Females and
minorities are encouraged to apply.
Reports to: Digital Sales Manager
WXXV is a media company innovating in the digital age. Our purpose is to serve the greater good of our
communities in the MS Gulf Coast through a modern delivery of local news, impactful area events and innovative
marketing services that deliver measurable results for businesses of all sizes. Partnering with WXXV Strategic
Marketing Solutions means unlocking a local team of experts dedicated to your long-term business success. With the backing and support of one of the nation's largest privately held media companies, Morris Multimedia, we bring that rare combination of local heart and hustle with national amplification and know-how. Striving to serve the greater good of our communities, we ensure that our local customers are growing and thriving with our
strategic marketing solutions that include original content, multi-platform audience reach, and cutting-edge
attribution.
The Digital Operations Specialist (DOS) is a critical element in the success of the TV Station’s digital business.
Essentially serving as a ‘project manager’, this person works with internal departments, various vendor partners,
and an array of marketing tools to fulfill client or TV Station deliverables on time and on budget. Ultimately, this
person is responsible for making sure the deliverables meet and/or exceed client expectations after the sale.
The Digital Operations Specialist must be a well organized, detail-oriented, skilled, enthusiastic, positive and
resourceful individual with a keen aptitude for creative problem solving.
Here are the digital marketing products and services that are fulfilled by internal and external teams:
● Website Services: Wordpress & Shopify Website Design, Hosting, Domain, Security, Updates
● Content Services: SEO, Social Media Management, Email/Text, Video Production, Graphic Design, etc.
● Advertising Services: SEM/PPC, Targeted Display, OTT/CTV, YouTube, Social Media Advertising
● Software Services: Contesting, Business Listings, Reputation
● News Website: Display Ads, Video Pre/Post Roll, Deals, Content Sponsorships, Native Advertising
● News Mobile App: Display Ads, Video Pre/Post Roll, Content Sponsorships, Native Advertising
● OTT/CTV App on Roku/Amazon/Apple: Streaming TV ads, Native Advertising
● Daily Email Newsletter: Display Ads, Content Sponsorships, Native Advertising
● Non-Traditional: Event Marketing, Outside Media Partnerships, etc
DOS Responsibilities
Pre-Sale Support:
● Design sales collateral, templates for presentations in Canva/Google Sheets as needed
After a Sale:
● Assist in gathering all required account access and content/brand assets from the client.
● Put in insertion orders to kick off project tasks to be completed by internal/external fulfillment teams
Onboarding:
● Take an active role in ‘onboarding’ conversations with client, fulfillment team and/or internal departments
Account Management:
● Hold internal departments and/or vendor partner fulfillment team accountable for meeting client expectations
● Monitor and communicate project updates via Basecamp (project management tool)
● Serve as the communication liaison between the client or salesperson and fulfillment teams
Reporting:
● Produce a client campaign report presentation monthly (mostly automated via Agency Analytics)
● Produce TV station website and mobile app analytics reports (mostly automated via GA4)
● Update the ‘Work In Progress’ (WIP) google sheet weekly and ensure everything is running as ordered
Recon:
● Verify accuracy of invoices
● Assist Digital Sales Manager (DSM) in identifying upsell or improvement opportunities
Skills & Qualifications
● 1+ year of experience in a Project Management, Sales Assistant or Digital Marketing role
● Approachable, personable and resourceful problem-solver - always looking for the win-win
● Exceptional professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
● Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
● Highly-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a cross-functional team setting
● Any experience in digital advertising platforms, website services, online visibility and content marketing
● Any experience working in Meta Business Manager and Google Ads Manager (administrative tasks)
● Any experience with tools such as Basecamp, AgencyAnalytics, Canva, Google Workspace (not required)
What We Offer
● Local, collaborative decision making as the only privately owned TV station in the area
● A family-like work culture where we prioritize our people and communities
● The opportunity to learn, gain certifications and potentially advance within the company
Compensation & Benefits
● Type: Full Time
● Compensation: paid bi-monthly (commensurate with experience)
● Benefits: 401k Match, PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision (significantly subsidized)
Employment at WXXV shall be based on merit, qualification, and competence. Employment practice shall not
be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or an employee’s race, age, sex, religion, color, national
origin, or disability. We utilize DMV & criminal background checks as a condition of employment. Females and
minorities are encouraged to apply.
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