Senior Paid Social Specialist

5 days ago


Cape Town, South Africa Go Carpathian Full time

**Senior Paid Social Specialist - Remote (EST/CST Hours)**

**Company**: H Street Digital

**Location**: Remote (Must be able to work US EST or CST hours)

**Employment Type**: Full-Time

**About Us**

H Street Digital is a performance-driven digital marketing agency specializing in DTC e-commerce brands. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results through data-driven strategies, creative solutions, and a culture of excellence.

**Position Overview**

We are looking for a Senior Paid Social Specialist with a strong track record in scaling client ad accounts while maintaining or improving profitability. This role is ideal for a data-driven marketer who thrives in managing high-budget campaigns and optimizing performance to drive bottom-of-funnel results.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Develop & manage large-scale ad campaigns ($50k-$100k/month) on Meta & TikTok for DTC brands.
- Write compelling ad copy & coordinate with the creative team to produce effective ad creatives.
- Target & segment audiences based on client objectives and data-driven insights.
- Monitor, analyze & optimize campaign performance using A/B testing and key metrics (CPA, CAC, ROAS).
- Scale ad accounts profitably while maintaining performance KPIs.
- Stay up-to-date with paid social trends & platform updates to integrate new strategies.
- Provide performance reports with insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align paid social strategies with overall marketing objectives.

**Required Qualifications**
- 2-3 years of experience managing Meta & TikTok ad campaigns.
- Proven experience handling $50k+ monthly ad spend.
- Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- Ability to scale ad accounts profitably with measurable results.
- Excellent communication & problem-solving skills.
- Deep understanding of Meta & TikTok ad platforms, audience segmentation & creative strategy.

**Nice-to-Have Skills**
- Experience with new ad platforms & emerging paid social strategies.
- Understanding of tracking, pixel installation, & attribution models.
- Familiarity with Shopify & e-commerce tracking.

**Work Environment**
- Fully remote position (must be available during US EST/CST hours).
- 40 hours per week with flexibility as long as KPIs are met.
- High accountability & ownership culture with a focus on delivering results.

**Compensation & Benefits**
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Unlimited PTO for work-life balance.
- Quarterly profit-sharing when company goals are met.
- Professional growth & development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with innovative DTC brands & cutting-edge marketing strategies.

**Start Date**

Full-time target start date: ASAP

**How to Apply**

Submit your **resume & a brief cover letter/portfolio** detailing your experience in scaling paid social campaigns. Include:
Specific examples of past campaign performance **(CPA, ROAS, CAC improvements)**.

Case studies showcasing campaign scaling & optimization strategies.

Your **problem-solving** approach in past roles.

H Street Digital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Work Location: In person



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