Paid Social Campaigns Lead & Mentor

Starcom Melbourne

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 75,050 - 107,835

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Care
Tuition Assistance
Flexible working arrangements
Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Starcom Melbourne is seeking a Manager, Paid Social to oversee campaign development, activation, and innovation in Chicago. This role includes daily leadership of Analysts and ensuring high-quality campaign delivery, while also driving strategic and hands-on initiatives to exceed client expectations.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in paid social strategies across platforms like Facebook and TikTok, along with strong analytical skills to derive actionable insights. A collaborative spirit is essential for interacting with teams and clients effectively.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of paid media experience in paid social.
  • 1+ year managing campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
  • Solid understanding of media planning principles.

Responsibilities

  • Direct daily workflow of paid social campaigns and post-buy recaps.
  • Train and mentor analysts on execution and career growth.
  • Develop action plans for achieving social media success.

Skills

Paid social campaign development
Analytical skills
Team leadership
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office
Excel

Job description

Starcom Melbourne is seeking a Manager, Paid Social to oversee campaign development, activation, and innovation in Chicago. This role includes daily leadership of Analysts and ensuring high-quality campaign delivery, while also driving strategic and hands-on initiatives to exceed client expectations.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in paid social strategies across platforms like Facebook and TikTok, along with strong analytical skills to derive actionable insights. A collaborative spirit is essential for interacting with teams and clients effectively.

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