Paid Media Strategist

New York City, NY (Remote)

$55K/yr – $75K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 14 hrs ago

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Job Summary

Own client strategy execution, daily optimization, performance analysis, forecasting, collaboration, and trend spotting across Google Ads, Meta, and multi-channel campaigns.

  • Client strategy and go-forward planning
  • Ongoing optimization, analysis, and reporting
  • Forecasting and cross-team collaboration

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Influence Client Strategy: Support the client relationship by joining regular calls, reviewing performance data, and aligning with the lead on go-forward strategies to hit target KPIs (CPA, ROAS, Lead generation).
  • Optimize & Execute: Manage account pacing and optimization, including bid strategy adjustments, budget allocation, keyword development, ad copy creation, and routine account hygiene.
  • Analyze Performance: Pull data from multiple platform sources to uncover trends, develop actionable insights, and translate those insights into measurable campaign improvements.
  • Forecast & Plan: Create media performance forecasts and budget allocations backed by data-driven rationale.
  • Collaborate: Actively participate in internal and external meetings, taking proactive ownership of next steps and campaign implementations.
  • Stay Ahead of the Curve: Monitor emerging digital advertising trends and effectively communicate new testing opportunities to both clients and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of hands-on experience directly managing Google Ads and Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Ads campaigns, preferably within an agency environment.
  • Deep platform knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft (Bing) Ads, and Meta Ads Manager.
  • Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, vlookups, data visualization).
  • Excellent client-facing communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain complex data simply.
  • A strong understanding of the broader digital advertising and performance marketing landscape.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment while remaining highly collaborative with the team.
  • Extremely detail-oriented with a track record of executing ad trafficking and budget pacing accurately.

Preferred

  • Experience with the Google Marketing Platform (GMP) suite of products
  • Direct experience managing campaigns for Hotel/Travel or Education clients
  • Foundation in SEO best practices
  • Experience with graphic design or ad creative generation tools
  • Familiarity with using AI tools to streamline digital marketing workflows

Benefits

  • Fully remote, flexible work environment
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) retirement plan and matching
  • Medical coverage options
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