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Paid Media Specialist (Google Ads & Meta Ads)
Department: Media Team
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: In Office
Reports To: Marketing Director
About The Role
We're looking for a data-driven Paid Media Specialist to own strategy, execution, and optimization across Google Ads and Meta Ads for a diverse client portfolio spanning eCommerce, DTC, Lead Generation, and B2B. This role blends hands-on campaign management with technical tracking expertise and client-facing communication, ideal for someone who's equally comfortable in Google Tag Manager and in a client reporting meeting.
Role Responsibilities
Campaign Strategy & Management
Required
Department: Media Team
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: In Office
Reports To: Marketing Director
About The Role
We're looking for a data-driven Paid Media Specialist to own strategy, execution, and optimization across Google Ads and Meta Ads for a diverse client portfolio spanning eCommerce, DTC, Lead Generation, and B2B. This role blends hands-on campaign management with technical tracking expertise and client-facing communication, ideal for someone who's equally comfortable in Google Tag Manager and in a client reporting meeting.
Role Responsibilities
Campaign Strategy & Management
- Plan, build, manage, and optimize paid media campaigns across Google Ads (Search, Performance Max, Shopping, Display, Demand Gen, YouTube) and Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram)
- Develop full-funnel paid media strategies for eCommerce, DTC, Lead Generation, and B2B clients based on business objectives and performance goals
- Continuously monitor campaign performance and implement data-driven optimizations to improve ROAS, CPA, conversion rate, lead quality, and overall account efficiency
- Conduct keyword research, audience research, competitor analysis, and identify new growth opportunities
- Design, execute, and analyze A/B tests across audiences, creatives, bidding strategies, landing pages, and campaign structures
- Implement and maintain accurate conversion tracking across advertising platforms, including Google Tag Manager (GTM), Google Ads Conversion Tracking, and GA4 events
- Configure, validate, and troubleshoot tracking implementations, ensuring accurate attribution and reliable conversion data across websites and eCommerce platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce)
- Collaborate with developers to implement tracking requirements, custom events, enhanced conversions, and eCommerce measurement
- Identify technical issues affecting campaign performance, including tracking discrepancies, Merchant Center diagnostics, feed issues, landing page experience, and attribution challenges
- Analyze performance using Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and other reporting tools to identify trends, opportunities, and optimization recommendations
- Create clear, insightful client reports and performance dashboards, translating complex marketing data into actionable business recommendations
- Lead client reporting meetings by confidently presenting campaign performance, explaining key metrics, answering questions, and recommending strategic next steps
- Work closely with creative, design, and content teams to develop high-performing ad creatives and messaging aligned with campaign objectives
- Manage multiple client accounts simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of organization, communication, and attention to detail
- Stay up to date with platform updates, industry trends, privacy changes, and best practices across Google Ads, Meta Ads, GA4, and GTM
Required
- [5 ] years of hands-on experience managing paid media campaigns across Google Ads and Meta Ads
- Proven track record improving ROAS, CPA, and conversion performance across multiple accounts
- Working proficiency with GTM, GA4, and conversion tracking implementation
- Experience with eCommerce platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce) and Google Merchant Center
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear business recommendations
- Confident client-facing communication and presentation skills
- Agency experience managing a multi-client portfolio
- Google Ads and Meta Blueprint certifications
- Familiarity with server-side tracking, enhanced conversions, and consent mode
- Experience with dashboarding tools (Looker Studio, Supermetrics, or similar)