Paid Media Manager

Method Recruiting, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation policy

Hybrid work opportunity

401(k) with company matching

Dog-friendly office environment

Meal stipend

Job summary

Method Recruiting, LLC seeks a Paid Media Manager to oversee SEM and paid social campaigns across search, social, and programmatic channels. You will mentor a small team and collaborate with strategists to align campaigns with client objectives.

The role emphasizes hands-on optimization of Google Ads and Meta campaigns, plus data-driven insights to improve performance and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on paid campaigns in Google Ads and/or Search Ads 360, including Shopping and YouTube.
• Hands-on experience managing paid social campaigns in Meta Ads Manager.
• Proven track record executing, optimizing, and strategizing SEM and paid social campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of one to two cross-functional digital marketing buyers or strategists.
• Lead the planning, execution, and optimization of SEM campaigns (Google Search, Shopping, and YouTube Ads) as well as paid social campaigns (Meta: Facebook/Instagram, TikTok, etc.).
• Oversee integrated digital marketing campaigns across multiple channels (search, social, display, programmatic), ensuring performance aligns with client objectives.
• Proactively dive into platforms to understand day-to-day campaign performance and drive measurable success.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring business goals are met and exceeded.
• Collaborate with internal teams and global teammates to align on cross-regional media strategy.
• Analyze SEM and cross-channel campaign performance data, providing actionable insights to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Continuously refine and improve internal processes to drive team efficiency and performance.
• Stay current on the latest SEM and digital marketing trends, tools, and best practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

Tools

Google Ads

Meta Ads Manager

Google Analytics

Search Ads 360

Job description

Paid Media ManagerAbout the Role
As a Paid Media Manager, you will work closely with cross-functional strategists, overseeing campaigns across multiple channels with a strong focus on performance marketing across search (SEM), social, and programmatic. You’ll ensure the successful execution of integrated digital marketing initiatives, with hands-on involvement in both Google Ads and Meta campaigns.

Your communication and people management skills will be key to building strong client relationships and guiding a small team of strategists toward continued growth and success.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

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  Manage and mentor a team of one to two cross-functional digital marketing buyers or strategists.
  
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  Lead the planning, execution, and optimization of SEM campaigns (Google Search, Shopping, and YouTube Ads) as well as paid social campaigns (Meta: Facebook/Instagram, TikTok, etc.).
  
• 
  Oversee integrated digital marketing campaigns across multiple channels (search, social, display, programmatic), ensuring performance aligns with client objectives.
  
• 
  Proactively dive into platforms to understand day-to-day campaign performance and drive measurable success.
  
• 
  Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring business goals are met and exceeded.
  
• 
  Collaborate with internal teams and global teammates to align on cross-regional media strategy.
  
• 
  Analyze SEM and cross-channel campaign performance data, providing actionable insights to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  
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  Continuously refine and improve internal processes to drive team efficiency and performance.
  
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  Stay current on the latest SEM and digital marketing trends, tools, and best practices.
  

Requirements

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  3+ years of hands-on experience running paid campaigns in Google Ads and/or Search Ads 360, including Shopping and YouTube.
  
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  Hands-on experience managing paid social campaigns in Meta Ads Manager.
  
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  Proven track record executing, optimizing, and strategizing SEM and paid social campaigns.
  
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  Agency experience highly preferred.
  
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  Solid background in digital marketing across multiple channels (search, social, display, programmatic).
  
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  Previous experience in a managerial or supervisory role.
  
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  Strong client relationship management, communication, and people management skills.
  
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  Strategic and analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail.
  
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  Familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms (Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, Google Analytics, etc.).
  
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  Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  

Benefits

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  Competitive salary based on education, experience, and skill level
  
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  Unlimited vacation policy
  
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  Monthly phone stipend
  
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  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  
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  401(k) with company matching
  
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  Dog-friendly office environment
  
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  Hybrid work opportunity
  
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  Professional development program
  
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  $50/week meal delivery stipend