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Search Marketing Specialist

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years managing campaigns on Google Ads and Microsoft Ads
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Extensive knowledge of Google Analytics or other third party analytics and optimization tools

Responsibilities

  • Creating and managing a book of paid search campaigns (PPC, Display, Mobile, Microsoft, Google Ads)
  • Analyzing campaign performance using a variety of programs including Google Analytics
  • Keyword research and expansion, ad copy creation, competitive benchmarking, bid management and budget pacing of accounts
  • Provide proactive and strategic campaign recommendations on a regular basis

About the company

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The San Diego Union-Tribune

The San Diego Union-Tribune, LLC, is San Diego’s most dynamic media company and the region’s most trusted and comprehensive source of local news and information. The San Diego Union-Tribune serves more people in more places on more platforms than any other media company in San Diego. Every week, the Union-Tribune reaches more than 96% of all San Diego County households by leveraging the combined strength of its integrated media portfolio: the Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper, the Union-Tribune; the region’s leading website, SanDiegoUnionTribune.com; the weekly entertainment guide, Night + Day; the entertainment and nightlife website, PacificSanDiego.com; Spanish-language product Hoy San Diego and additional home-delivered products. Through its broad coverage of the community and its multiple media platforms serving all audiences across the region, the Union-Tribune delivers news, information and ideas that improve the quality of life of San Diegans and help make San Diego a better place.

Company details

Company size201 - 500

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Job description

Summary:


The SEM Campaign Manager is responsible for the strategy, creation, and optimization of our paid search accounts. This position will manage the full life cycle of the campaign, from conception and defining objectives to execution, budget pacing, conversion tracking, and reporting. As part of our Search team, you will create new campaigns, conduct bid management and On-going optimization in support of advertiser goals. Confidence, accountability, and action-oriented attitude and habits are keys to success.

While this is a remote role, candidates must reside in CO, FL, MA, MN, OH, PA, or TX

What you will do:

  • Creating and managing a book of paid search campaigns (PPC, Display, Mobile, Microsoft, Google Ads) across a variety of industries and utilizing various internal web-based systems

  • Analyzing campaign performance using a variety of programs including Google Analytics and Adtaxi’s proprietary tools

  • Keyword research and expansion, ad copy creation, competitive benchmarking, bid management and budget pacing of accounts

  • Provide proactive and strategic campaign recommendations on a regular basis

  • Implementing advanced campaign additions including Pmax, dynamic remarketing, YouTube advertising, shopping campaigns, advanced bidding strategies and Conversion Tracking

  • Work closely with other departments in the company and vendors to ensure a successful campaign and holistic experience for our clients

  • QA campaigns before launching

  • Assess landing pages used in search engine marketing campaigns

  • Create campaign reports

  • Monitoring of new trends in Search and making recommendations to client-facing staff

What you will bring:

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

  • 3-5 years managing campaigns on Google Ads and Microsoft Ads (Analytics certification preferred)

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong attention to detail

  • Extensive knowledge of Google Analytics or other third party analytics and optimization tools

  • Ability to multi-task and work within firm deadlines

  • Ability to interact with all levels of the organization

  • Prior experience with PPC and SEO management platforms

  • Proficiency in Excel and strong quantitative skills

  • Agency experience or experience working with multiple direct response advertiser accounts

  • Basic HTML and CSS knowledge, and experience with tag managers is a plus

Benefits and Compensation:

The annual salary is $55,000 - $60,000 + potential annual bonus (OTE $70,000). Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mymedianewsgroup.com

 


Who we are:

We are all about our people. Adtaxi is a client-centric digital agency that brings passion, precision, and sophistication to digital marketing. Leveraging the belief that people matter as much as technology, we help customers solve complex marketing challenges with custom, performance-driven solutions. Our people truly do make the place. It's because of our amazing teams that we continue to push forward together. We have a rich history with a strong foundation that has enabled us to take risks, innovate, and grow. Our vision is to be the most trusted and innovative digital partner transforming the way businesses connect with customers. Learn more at www.adtaxi.com.

“4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026”

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

  • Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here.

Closing Date:

  • Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment: 

  • A full pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

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