Senior Paid Media Campaign Manager

Denver, CO (Hybrid)

$80K/yr – $95K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive paid media campaigns across multiple platforms with end-to-end ownership and a data-driven optimization focus.

  • Own multi-channel campaigns from strategy through optimization, across Google, Meta, and more.
  • Must-have: 5+ years of PPC/paid social experience with strong Google Ads proficiency.
  • Standout: Agency experience managing significant budgets and client-facing strategic planning.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own the day-to-day management, optimization, and performance of paid campaigns across Google Ads, Meta Ads, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, and other relevant platforms.
  • Build and structure campaigns from the ground up — including account architecture, ad group organization, keyword strategy, match types, bidding models, and budget allocation.
  • Conduct in-depth keyword and audience research to identify high-value targeting opportunities that drive quality traffic and conversions.
  • Monitor and optimize bids, Quality Scores, impression share, and other performance levers on an ongoing basis to maximize efficiency and ROI.
  • Develop and manage negative keyword strategies, audience exclusions, and placement controls to eliminate wasted spend.
  • Continuously test ad copy, creative formats, extensions, and landing page variations to improve CTR, CVR, and overall campaign performance.
  • Manage campaign pacing and budget allocation across accounts, making real-time adjustments to keep spend on track and performance strong.
  • Develop full-funnel campaign strategies that align with client goals — from awareness and consideration through conversion and retention.
  • Recommend the right channel mix, campaign types, and budget distribution based on client objectives, industry benchmarks, and audience behavior.
  • Build and implement audience segmentation strategies leveraging first-party data, remarketing lists, lookalike audiences, and behavioral targeting.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience managing PPC and paid social campaigns, ideally within an agency environment managing multiple client accounts simultaneously.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Google Ads — including Search, Display, Shopping, Performance Max, and YouTube campaign types.
  • Strong working knowledge of Meta Ads Manager and at least two additional paid social platforms (LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, etc.).
  • Deep understanding of bidding strategies, audience targeting, match types, Quality Score, ad rank, and campaign structure best practices.
  • Experience managing significant media budgets with a track record of hitting or exceeding performance goals.
  • Strong analytical skills — comfortable working in Google Analytics (GA4), building reports, interpreting data, and making fast, confident optimization decisions.
  • Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple campaigns and clients without letting things slip.
  • Clear, concise communicator who can translate performance data into plain-language insights for internal teams and stakeholders.
  • Experience owning client relationships, leading strategic planning conversations, or contributing to account growth — we see client-facing skills as a strong differentiator for candidates who have them.

Preferred

  • Google Ads and/or Meta Blueprint certifications.
  • Experience with programmatic media buying and DSPs.
  • Familiarity with marketing automation platforms, CRM integrations, and first-party data strategies.
  • Background in B2C eCommerce and/or B2B lead generation campaigns.
  • Familiarity with broader digital marketing channels — such as SEO, email marketing, content strategy, or marketing automation.

Benefits

  • In office, Hybrid, or WFA (Work from Anywhere)
  • PTO, Sick, Bereavement, and Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Dog-Friendly Office
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Company Sponsored Social Events
  • Employee Development Program
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BLKDG

BLKDG (Black Dog Digital) (blkdg.com) is an award winning Denver-based digital solutions agency. The agency works closely with marketing leaders to transform their organizations and digital ecosystems, helping companies rise to the challenges of the digital-age by seeking out new strategies, marketing technologies, data, and analytics to evolve user experience, as well as accelerate customer acquisition and customer value.Located just minutes from downtown Denver, the office is conveniently located in the Berkeley / Tennyson neighborhood at 4383 Tennyson St.

Founded in 2010
Denver, Colorado, USA
14 employees (4 in marketing)

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