Paid Media Manager (16-Month Contract)

#paidposted 30 days ago

Full-time • Mid Level

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About the position

We’re looking for a strategic and hands-on Paid Media Manager to lead our Media team during a 16-month maternity leave coverage. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving paid media strategy and performance across the organization while directly managing our internal team and contractors. You’ll ensure that our paid media efforts continue to deliver strong results, evolve with industry trends, and scale effectively as we grow. You’ll play a key role in cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Strategy, Client Success, and Product—contributing directly to client results, internal innovation, and company revenue goals.

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for new paid media offerings tailored to the creator economy, helping #paid stay ahead of the curve
Work closely with Sales, Strategy, and Client Success to ensure media efforts align with client needs and business goals
Partner with Product to identify tooling and automation opportunities that streamline campaign execution and media buying operations
Design and implement performance-based incentives that motivate team members and support strategic business outcomes
Stay on top of platform updates and industry shifts, bringing fresh thinking and leadership to the way we buy media at #paid
Manage and support a team of media buyers, fostering a high-performance culture and implementing processes that enhance efficiency and scale
Oversee day-to-day operations of the Media team, including resource planning, internal reporting, and workflow improvements
Own and optimize paid media campaigns across major platforms, ensuring effective creator ad placements and consistent performance
Provide strategic input and hands-on support for live campaigns to ensure we’re delivering strong performance for clients

Requirements

7–10+ years of experience in paid media, digital marketing, or creator marketing
Proven leadership experience managing full-time employees and leading a high-performing team
Direct, hands-on experience running paid campaigns across Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and other social platforms
Deep understanding of auction dynamics, bidding strategies, creative testing, and optimization tactics
Experience managing $5M+ in annual media spend (preferred)
Strong background in media strategy, amplification regulations, and paid media innovation
Experience managing contractors and collaborating with cross-functional leadership
Comfortable navigating fast-paced, high-growth environments
Highly organized and process-oriented, with strong communication and critical thinking skills