Paid Media Manager

Disruptiv Media; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Disruptiv Media in South Africa is seeking a Paid Media Manager to lead planning, execution, and optimization of campaigns across search, social, display and video. You will manage budgets, monitor ROI, and craft data-driven insights for clients while collaborating with account managers, creatives, and analysts.

The role is fully remote, requires strong multi-channel expertise (notably Meta/Instagram), and excellent communication to present outcomes and growth opportunities to clients.

Qualifications

• Strong multi-channel experience with Meta and Instagram
• Proficient in media planning and media strategy
• Excellent communication for client reporting
• Knowledge of new media channels and ad networks
• Understanding of public relations for messaging alignment
• Experience managing paid search, paid social and programmatic campaigns
• Proficiency with Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager and analytics tools
• Strong data analysis and optimization decision skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple campaigns

Responsibilities

• Set up and optimize paid media campaigns across search, social, display and video
• Collaborate with account managers, creative teams and analysts to translate goals into media plans
• Monitor budgets, performance KPIs and ROI; provide insights and recommendations
• Stay current with platform updates and industry trends
• Communicate results and growth opportunities to clients

Skills

Multi-channel experience

Media planning

Media strategy

Communication

New media channels

Public relations

Analytics

Remote work

Tools

Google Ads

Meta Ads Manager

Analytics platforms

Job description

Company Description

Disruptiv Media is a digital marketing agency dedicated to improving clients’ online presence and helping them achieve measurable growth. Drawing on over 15 years of experience, the team supports organizations that are new to digital marketing as well as those seeking a more reliable, performance-focused partner. Disruptiv Media also collaborates with publishers to help monetize media channels and unlock new revenue opportunities. The agency uses a data-informed, results-driven approach to deliver campaigns that align with each client’s goals and audiences. Team members work in a dynamic environment that values innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

Role Description

The Paid Media Manager is a full-time, remote role responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing paid media campaigns across digital platforms such as search, social, display, and video. This role involves developing media strategies aligned with client objectives, managing budgets, monitoring performance, and adjusting targeting and creative to maximize ROI. The Paid Media Manager will collaborate with account managers, creative teams, and analysts to translate business goals into actionable media plans and provide clear performance reporting. Day-to-day tasks include setting up campaigns, overseeing ad trafficking, analyzing data, preparing insights and recommendations, and staying current with platform updates and industry trends. The role also includes regular communication with clients to explain results, propose optimizations, and identify opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong multi channel experience, especially with Meta and Instagram


• Candidates should possess strong skills in Media Planning and Media Strategy to design effective, goal-oriented paid campaigns.


• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and clearly present campaign performance to clients.


• Candidates should possess knowledge of New Media channels and platforms, including major ad networks and social media advertising tools.


• Candidates should possess an understanding of Public Relations principles to ensure messaging aligns with brand positioning and reputation.


• Experience managing paid search, paid social, and programmatic campaigns; proficiency with tools such as Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and analytics platforms.


• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret campaign data, track KPIs, and make data-driven optimization decisions.


• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple campaigns simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.