Paid Media Specialist

22 hours ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Communicate Ct Full time R450 000 - R900 000 per year
Join a forward-thinking team revolutionizing performance marketing. We're seeking a Paid Media Specialist obsessed with data, algorithmic precision, and turning analytics into explosive growth. If you live for ROAS, CPA, and CTR—not color palettes—this is your arena.

Master Campaign Infrastructure:
Architect/optimize Google, Meta & LinkedIn campaigns (lead gen, sales, awareness) from scratch
Diagnose tracking issues via GTM, conversion tags, and analytics audits
Enforce platform best practices with surgical precision

Own Performance Science:
Command Looker Studio to decode KPIs (ROAS, CPA, CTR) and automate reporting
Execute monthly account surgeries: identify leaks and prescribe ROI optimizations
Govern budget pacing with zero-error discipline

Operational Excellence:
Utilize advanced Google Sheets scripting for real-time data analysis
Deliver pixel-perfect performance reports by the 3rd business day monthly
Maintain all core Google Ads certifications
 
Skills & Experience (Not negotiable):
Technical Obsession: Passion for algorithmic optimization (bidding strategies, automation), not creative aesthetics
Certifications: Google Ads certified (Search, Display, Measurement, Shopping—all cores mandatory)
Background: Degree in Marketing/Analytics OR years hands-on PPC campaign scaling in agency
Platform Fluency: Ability to dissect platform updates and leverage data scripting (Google Sheets/GTM)
Client and Account Management

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