Job description
Who We Are
What We Do
Terakeet is the leading strategic partner for predictive and scalable online brand management programs for global brands. Using our proprietary technology and deep expertise, we convert insights into actions that solve the complex business challenges of the Fortune 500. Our award-winning approach connects brands with their audiences in moments that matter within both organic and generative search experiences — increasing brand affinity and driving efficient customer acquisition.
Where You Fit
This position is part of our Strategy department.
The Paid Media Manager will lead the development and execution of high-performance paid media campaigns for a portfolio of clients. This client-facing role will play a critical part in building and scaling integrated media strategies across search, social and display. The ideal candidate brings a blend of performance marketing expertise, analytical rigor, and strong communication skills to drive measurable business results for our clients.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:
- Own end-to-end paid media strategy and execution across client accounts—including campaign planning, platform setup, budget pacing, bid strategies, and creative direction.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing regular performance updates, strategic recommendations, and thought leadership in paid media.
- Manage media budgets across platforms like Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, and programmatic channels to meet or exceed client KPIs.
- Develop media plans and forecasts aligned with client goals, presenting clear rationale behind channel mix, targeting, and spend allocation.
- Monitor campaign performance daily and deliver detailed reports with insights, optimization opportunities, and strategic next steps.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to integrate paid media into broader marketing strategies, ensuring a unified approach across channels.
- Continuously test new platforms, ad formats, and tactics to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency.
- Stay current with industry trends, platform updates, and performance marketing innovations to proactively inform both client strategies and internal best practices.
How We Evaluate
The Paid Media Manager reports directly to the VP of Strategy.
- 4+ years of experience managing paid media campaigns in an agency setting, including hands-on platform execution and client communication.
- Demonstrated success in managing performance marketing campaigns (lead gen, ecommerce, or brand performance) across multiple digital channels.
- Proven experience owning client relationships and presenting strategic recommendations in a clear and confident manner.
- Certifications in Google Ads, Meta Ads, and Microsoft Ads strongly preferred.
- Advanced skills in Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, vlookups, data visualization).
- Familiarity with Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, and conversion tracking implementation.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and campaign improvements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence both clients and internal teams.
- Self-starter with a passion for testing, learning, and driving results.
The above description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Where We Hire
We are a remote-first organization hiring specifically within 60 miles of of Chicago, IL., Dallas, TX., Austin, TX., Charlotte, NC., Atlanta, GA., Phoenix, AZ., Minneapolis, MN., and Syracuse, NY to help create opportunities for connectivity and collaboration in-person as you see fit. Learn more about our hiring hubs on our Careers blog.
Pay Transparency
The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $120,000. *This salary range is based off of the market pay for all of the United States; Terakeet applies a multiplier to this range based upon the specific geographic location of a job candidate*
EEO Statement
Terakeet provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
