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ABOUT THE COMPANY
Summit Marketing & Promotions is a fast growing, full-service marketing agency based in Fort Lauderdale and seeking a Full-Time, In-Office - Paid Search & Social Media Specialist in SEM and social media paid advertising to join our team! If you are a Google ADs & Meta ADs guru, and have an analytical mindset, then this position may be the one that you’ve been looking for! Our paid search & social media specialist will perform day-to-day account management, while driving direct revenue for clients across baby boomer focused industries.
Must Have’s To Be Considered:
- 5+ Years of experience with Google ADs, Bing ADs, Facebook ADs
- 3+ Years of advertising agency experience
- Google Analytics Certification
- Google ADs Certification
- Proficient in GTM, GA4, Google Data Studio, and implementing pixels
- Self-starter mentality; you don't wait to be told to optimize
- Clear communicator who can translate data into clear insights and actionable recommendations
- Deep understanding of attribution, tracking, and measurement (GA4, pixels, conversion APIs, etc.)
Not Required But Will Give You An Edge Over Other Candidates:
- Facebook Blueprint certified
- LinkedIn ADs, Pinterest ADs, Meta Search ADs
- Experience copywriting
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Plan, build, and optimize campaigns across Meta ADs, Google ADs (Search, Shopping, Performance Max), TikTok ADs, and LinkedIn ADs
- Manage six-figure monthly AD spend across multiple brands and platforms
- Own performance metrics including but not limited to ROAS, CPL & contribution margin
- Develop and test audience strategies, creative concepts, and landing page variations with the assistance of team members
- Build and maintain reporting dashboards; deliver actionable insights to leadership
- Collaborate with creative team on AD assets, messaging, and promotional campaigns
- Stay current on platform changes, betas, and best practices
- Identify new channels and growth opportunities
- Build and manage full-funnel paid strategies (prospecting, retargeting, retention) aligned to client goals
- Improve campaign quality, account stability, and long-term performance
- Solve for Meta learning phase instability
- Build the operational backbone our internal teams run on:
- - Campaign launch and account audit SOPs
- - Scaling procedures and quality control systems
- - Spam lead handling and CRM / offline conversion workflows
- - Landing page optimization standards
- - Retargeting structures and performance review frameworks
Skills
Full-funnel campaign planning
- ROAS, CAC & CPL optimization
- Incrementality testing
- Creative strategy & testing frameworks
- Landing page optimization
- Competitive analysis
- New channel evaluation & expansion
Work Environment
- Fast-paced, results-driven — We're a rapidly growing full-service advertising agency. You'll move quickly, test often, and own outcomes.
- Collaborative team — Work directly with leadership, creative, and development teams. Ideas get heard; good ones get implemented.
- Multi-brand exposure — Manage campaigns across multiple industries with different audiences, products, and strategies. No two days are the same.
- Real budget, real impact — Six-figure monthly spend means your decisions matter. Wins are visible, and growth is measurable.
- Creative in-office environment — Our Fort Lauderdale headquarters is an open concept, which promotes a collaborative, communicative and creative work environment.
- Learning culture — Platforms change constantly. We invest in staying current and encourage experimentation.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
- Retail
- Investment & Asset Management
- Fintech
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paid search specialist jobs.
- Hands-on experience managing Google Ads campaigns with measurable performance results
- Proficiency in keyword research, bid management, and ad copywriting
- Google Ads certification or Microsoft Advertising certification preferred
- Familiarity with analytics platforms and conversion tracking setup
- Experience with A/B testing ad creative, landing pages, and audience segments
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field
Tips for Your Paid Search Specialist Job Search
Quantify campaign results on your resume
Hiring managers for paid search roles want to see ROAS, CPA, and CTR improvements, not just platform names. Replace vague phrases like 'managed campaigns' with specific outcomes you drove, even if the budgets were small.
Get Google Ads certified before applying
Google Ads certification is free and takes a few hours. Many job listings list it as a baseline requirement, and having it on your resume signals that you understand Search, Display, and Performance Max fundamentals from day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists paid search specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target listings that match your platform depth
A role that emphasizes Microsoft Advertising is very different from one built around Google Ads or Meta. Filter for the platforms where you have the most hands-on experience so your skills map directly to what the team needs.
Prepare a live account walk-through for interviews
Many paid search interviews include a task where you audit a sample account or answer questions about a real campaign structure. Practice explaining your bidding logic, negative keyword decisions, and match type choices out loud before the interview.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
When discussing offers, ask about monthly managed spend, the number of accounts you'll own, and access to automation tools. These factors affect your growth and daily workload as much as compensation does.
Paid Search Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most paid search specialists?
The most active employers for paid search specialists right now are Citi, Corpay, and HARVEY, and the most openings are in New York, California, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Agency-side roles tend to dominate volume, though in-house positions at e-commerce and SaaS companies are consistently active.
How many paid search specialist jobs are remote?
About 80% of paid search specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how platform-based the work is. Roles focused on reporting, campaign optimization, and account management are the most likely to be listed as remote, while positions with heavy client-facing or strategy responsibilities more often require in-office presence.
How do you become a paid search specialist?
Start by learning Google Ads through its free certification program, then practice by running small campaigns on a personal or volunteer project to build real account experience. Build a portfolio showing keyword structure, ad copy decisions, and performance outcomes. Apply to entry-level or coordinator roles at agencies, which tend to hire for trainability and promote from within as you manage more spend.
Can you get hired as a paid search specialist without much experience?
Yes, entry-level paid search roles exist and agencies hire candidates with certifications, personal project campaigns, or internship experience. Demonstrating that you can build a campaign from scratch, write ad copy, and interpret basic performance data matters more than years of experience. Roles titled 'associate,' 'coordinator,' or 'junior' are designed for candidates earlier in their career.
What does the paid search specialist interview process look like?
Most paid search interviews involve a phone or video screen focused on platform experience, followed by a technical round where you walk through a campaign audit, explain your account structure logic, or answer questions about bidding strategies. Some employers assign a take-home exercise. Final rounds often include a conversation with the team lead or director about goals, reporting cadence, and how you handle underperforming campaigns.
Where can I find and apply to paid search specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to paid search specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your platform experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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