Media Strategist, Paid Search

New York City, NY (On-site)

$70K/yr – $90K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 4 hrs ago

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Job Summary

Own end-to-end paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising, from setup and optimization to measurement, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration, while applying keyword strategy, bidding, testing, and client communication to drive performance.

  • Lead campaign setup, optimization, and reporting for paid search programs
  • Develop keyword, bidding, and testing strategies to meet client goals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage client communications

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Build, manage, and optimize paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising, including campaign structure, ad groups, match types, and ad copy
  • Conduct keyword research, search query analysis, and negative keyword management to maximize relevance and efficiency
  • Develop and execute bidding strategies (manual CPC, target CPA, target ROAS, maximize conversions) aligned to client goals
  • Monitor and improve Quality Score, Ad Rank, and landing page experience to drive performance improvements
  • Conduct A/B tests on ad copy, extensions, and landing pages; translate results into actionable optimizations
  • Produce regular paid search performance reports with clear insights and recommendations for clients and internal teams
  • Stay current on Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising platform updates, beta features, and industry best practices
  • Support the implementation of directors for assigned clients, contributing to full-funnel marketing campaigns
  • Draft and manage RFPs for media vendors, compile responses, evaluate proposals, and make informed recommendations to clients and internal teams
  • Assist in managing client relationships through regular communication, status updates, and addressing day-to-day questions and concerns

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience in media planning, buying, or digital marketing — with at least 2 years of hands-on paid search campaign management in Google Ads and/or Microsoft Advertising
  • Demonstrated ability to own paid search from campaign build through optimization and reporting
  • Proficiency in keyword research, match type strategy, ad copy development, and bid management
  • Familiarity with conversion tracking setup, attribution models, and linking paid search to business outcomes

Preferred

  • Google Ads certification (Search) strongly preferred; Microsoft Advertising certification a plus

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance + FSA, HSA, and more
  • 401k Employer Match after meeting eligibility requirements
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
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Founded in 2011
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1.8K employees (84 in marketing)
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38.7K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
33%
Direct
48.1%
Referral
10.9%
Social
6.6%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~1.8K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
68 (4% of company)
Median Career Experience
12 years
Median Tenure
3.7 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
4

Funding

Total Funding
$125M
Last Raise
$20M
Debt Financing, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Jul 2024
    Debt Financing • $20M
  • Jul 2023
    Debt Financing • $40M
  • Oct 2019
    Series C • $10M

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