Paid Media Strategist (Remote US)

Directive Consulting • Irvine, CA

1d • $70,000 - $95,000 • Remote

About The Position

Directive Consulting is the performance marketing agency for SaaS and Tech companies. We use Customer Generation (a marketing methodology developed by us) which focuses on SQLs and Customers instead of traditional metrics like MQLs. We offer Paid Media, SEO, Performance Creative, and Video to our clients by creating comprehensive digital marketing strategies that allow our clients to hit their SQL targets, every time. This role reports to the Associate Director and is a crucial part of the Paid Media team. The Paid Media Strategist works directly with our enterprise clients and runs point on communicating results, creating custom strategies, and executing Paid Media deliverables. In this role, you will gain experience creating high-performing Paid strategies for enterprise SaaS businesses. This role is listed internally as Account Strategist, Paid Media

Requirements

• 3+ years experience working at a performance/digital marketing agency
• Experience working specifically with B2B SaaS/tech clients in an agency setting
• Deep expertise across paid search and paid social advertising campaigns, such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, LinkedIn Ads and others
• Proficiency in using advertising platforms and tools such as Google Ads, Facebook Business Manager, LinkedIn Campaign Manager
• Strong understanding of PPC principles, including keyword research, ad copywriting, bid management, and campaign optimization
• Ability to analyze campaign performance data using tools like Google Analytics, GA4, Excel, or other analytics platforms to make data-driven decisions and optimize campaign performance
• Ability to drive results and measure via OCT
• Proven and measurable success with mid-market or enterprise accounts
• A unique perspective on how to drive value for SaaS
• Ability to translate and articulate strategy and tell stories with data
• Equal parts competitive and curious; you’re a true problem solver
• You live on the cutting edge of the industry, always looking for opportunities to grow and share
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• You’re quality-obsessed and have not lost your soul for advertising
• Travel to visit clients approximately once per year, per client or as needed

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead a collection of Paid Media accounts
• Serve as direct support to client contacts
• Weekly communication with any vendors or operational partners to ensure we're aligned on tasks being assigned, work quality, and any improvements we can make to that dynamic
• Drive referrals via client relationships and professional network
• Build strategies for clients each quarter
• Have the ability to create, maintain, and optimize budgets for paid media campaigns across multiple channels
• Deeply understand client positioning and unique value propositions
• Confirm lead routing is accurate within a CRM
• Understand the value of Programmatic campaigns
• Responsible for personal productivity and utilization
• Work directly with Associate Director to ensure internal and client goals are being achieved
• Execute and optimize PPC advertising campaigns across multiple platforms including Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and LinkedIn Ads, focusing on keyword research, ad copywriting, and audience targeting to maximize ROI

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle Including a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents
• Mental - Access to certified therapists through Spring Health, membership to Headspace
• Physical - Gympass
• Time Off - Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave
• Financial - Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Bonus - Annual bonus based on tenure, which scales in total amount over time
• Annual Anniversary Trip to Newport Beach, CA with peers and executive leadership for fun and entertainment!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees