Paid Search (PPC) Campaign Specialist

Americaneagle.com; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for skill development

Energetic work environment

Job summary

Americaneagle.com is looking for a qualified Paid Search (PPC) Campaign Specialist to join their digital marketing team in Des Plaines, Illinois. This role involves planning, setting up, and managing PPC campaigns for clients of varying sizes. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in PPC, be certified in Google Ads and Google Analytics, and possess a strong understanding of search marketing strategies. The position offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $90,000 per year along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of PPC / SEM experience.
• Strong proficiency in Google Ads and Analytics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage PPC campaigns for clients.
• Track and report on campaign performance.
• Advise on ad spend and ad placement strategies.

Skills

PPC / SEM experience

Google Ads Certification

Google Analytics Certification

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Google Ads

Google Analytics

Google Tag Manager

Facebook Ads

LinkedIn Ads

Job description

Americaneagle.com is seeking a qualified Paid Search (PPC) Campaign Specialist to join our growing digital marketing team. The primary function is to facilitate day-to-day execution of search engine marketing programs for clients ranging from small to mid‑size companies up through Fortune 100 corporations. This person should be highly skilled in online advertising and pay‑per‑click strategy. They will be responsible for improving clients' paid website leads through planning, coordination, management, and monitoring of varying PPC campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Planning, setting up, and managing PPC campaigns for clients.
• Tracking, analyzing, and reporting results on campaign performance.
• Understanding clients' digital marketing goals in order to translate goals into executable strategies through ongoing maintenance and enhancements.
• Owning the entire paid search channel, driving numbers, converting into real leads and ultimately revenue.
• Identifying KPIs and completing work as needed to improve clients' ad performance.
• Conducting keyword research, advising on ad spend and ad placement, testing ad copy, and optimizing campaigns for lean performance.
• Working with production teams, ensuring website is optimized for PPC success.
• Working with design teams to provide creative direction.
• Staying current on PPC / SEM practices and collaborating with peers on the Digital Marketing team.

Requirements

• 3+ years of PPC / SEM experience.
• Google Ads & Google Analytics Certified with experience in Google Tag Manager.
• Highly proficient with all types of Google Ads including Search Ads, Display Ads, Remarketing, Google Shopping Ads, YouTube Ads, etc.
• Experience with additional ad platforms including Yahoo! Bing Network, Amazon, Facebook, Advertising.com, AdRoll, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Twitter, etc.
• Skilled in Google Analytics and able to set up and troubleshoot complex conversion tracking.
• In depth understanding of search engines, up-to-date techniques, ranking factors, and principles for sound SEM strategy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to articulate complex concepts both verbally and in writing to clients.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, team‑based environment.
• Ability to think logically and develop practical recommendations for clients to support their digital marketing strategies and efforts.

Americaneagle.com provides its employees with an energetic work environment and opportunities to further develop their skills. The US-based salary range for this full-time position is $70,000-$90,000 per year. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Americaneagle.com, we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package, a positive work environment, and company activities.