Search Associate

3M; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GSD&M, based in Honolulu, seeks an Associate Search Campaign Manager to execute hands-on Google Search/PPC campaigns, including creation, management, and optimization. You will be mentored as you learn to align campaigns with client goals and business needs for stronger results.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you’ll receive guidance and gradually expand your expertise in data analysis, reporting, and optimization strategies while delivering measurable impact for clients.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of Search Experience.
• Knowledge of or interest in Paid Search (PPC/SEM).
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, launch, and optimize multiple Google Search campaigns to drive leads ($100k – $3M).
• Attend regular meetings with team members to review results and make optimization recommendations.
• Assist team by providing feedback/analysis of campaigns.
• Recommend opportunities based on client KPIs.
• Work with vendors to facilitate contracts and reporting.

Skills

Search experience

Paid Search (PPC/SEM)

Data-driven

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Google Docs/Sheets/Slides

Job description

Full job description GSD&M is looking for an Associate Search Campaign Manager (CM) who is responsible for the execution of hands‑on-keyboard Search / PPC campaigns including creation, management, and optimizations. They assist their supervisor in the execution of more complex campaigns and initiatives to help fully build upon their potential and gain experience in new areas. They are learning how to think strategically, by looking at trends, competitive data, client goals and objectives, and by having a good understanding of the strategic business needs of their client. They will receive mentorship, guidance, and direction on executing SEM campaigns which help build their client’s business. Campaign Managers work closely with other departments in the agency to ensure that communication & collaboration is in constant flow. They are expected to oversee their campaigns, bring optimization insights, and support client‑facing reporting. At GSD&M, we are 100% committed to building diverse, equitable, & inclusive teams with a cross‑section of perspectives and backgrounds. We strongly encourage people of color, LGBT+, queer and non‑binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

What We’re Looking For

Responsibilities

• Plan, launch, & optimize multiple Google Search campaigns to help drive leads ($100k – $3M).
• Attend regular meetings with team members to review results, make optimization recommendations and make necessary changes.
• Assist team by providing feedback/analysis of campaigns.
• Recommend opportunities based on client key performance indicators.
• Work with vendors to facilitate contracts and reporting.

Qualifications

• 0‑2 years of Search Experience
• Knowledge of or interest in Paid Search (PPC / SEM)
• Drive to learn and a keen eye for detail
• Logical and a data‑driven mind
• Strong spoken and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides

Personality

• Confident Communicator – comfortable building & presenting slides to clients
• Naturally Curious – with a desire to carve new paths in the use of digital media
• Resilient – Personable & adaptable to dynamic situations and timelines
• Resourceful – always asking "how might we" and never "we can’t"

Enthusiastic to live GSD&M Core Values: Curiosity, Restlessness, Integrity, Community, Winning, Freedom & Responsibility

Reports to Sr. Search Campaign Manager