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Paid Social Manager jobs are open across e-commerce, direct-to-consumer brands, agencies, fintech, and healthcare, from coordinator to senior and director level, with specializations in Meta Ads, TikTok, and paid influencer strategy. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Who We Are
VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Who we are looking for:
The Senior Media Manager will be responsible for cross channel media activation and day to day management across Programmatic, Paid Social, and Paid Search, as well as maintaining and analyzing campaign performance data. This role will be responsible for assisting and ensuring timely and accurate campaign delivery across the team.
What you'll do:
- Management of client paid media campaigns including strategy, issuing RFPs, trafficking, day-to-day pacing, optimizations and reporting.
- Work collaboratively with our Omnichannel Strategy & Account teams to develop and execute media plans for Paid Search, Paid Social, Display, Video, Audio, ConnectedTV and others.
- Creates and refines internal and client-facing performance reports in-depth analyses of marketing campaigns
- Provides frequent progress reports regarding online marketing efforts and performance metrics to clients
- Oversee strategic execution of media campaigns for more junior team members; ensure all media plans are in market and deadlines are met
- Presents recommendations to managers, clients and prospects
- Actively manages optimizations to assure client success
- Assists in the management of tagging and tracking URLs
- Executes media plans within DSPs, publishers, networks, and managed partner relationships such as Google Ads, Meta Ads, Amazon, Trade Desk, DV360, and others
Who you are:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments with effective resolution of conflicting priorities
- Exceptional problem-resolution skills including the ability to think creatively in the development of ideas/solutions that will contribute value in a dynamic, client-centered environment
- Quantitative analytical skills and aptitude. You're comfortable working with large data sets and managing campaigns across a large number of accounts
What you'll need:
- Around 3-5 years in a cross channel paid media activation role, digital or media agency experience required
- Strong understanding of Programmatic, Paid Social and Paid Search
- Hands-on experience in platforms such as: Programamtic DSPs (Amazon,DV360, TradeDesk, or similar), Paid Social Ads Managers (Meta, Tiktok, Linkedin)
- Strong software use skills including in-depth knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access), and aptitude to quickly learn new tools
- Familiarity with conversion tracking methodologies
- Knowledge of web analytics tools (Google Analytics, Omniture, Coremetrics)
- Familiarity with DCM Trafficking and Reporting or other 3rd party ad servers
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
Who We Are
VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Who we are looking for:
The Senior Media Manager will be responsible for cross channel media activation and day to day management across Programmatic, Paid Social, and Paid Search, as well as maintaining and analyzing campaign performance data. This role will be responsible for assisting and ensuring timely and accurate campaign delivery across the team.
What you'll do:
- Management of client paid media campaigns including strategy, issuing RFPs, trafficking, day-to-day pacing, optimizations and reporting.
- Work collaboratively with our Omnichannel Strategy & Account teams to develop and execute media plans for Paid Search, Paid Social, Display, Video, Audio, ConnectedTV and others.
- Creates and refines internal and client-facing performance reports in-depth analyses of marketing campaigns
- Provides frequent progress reports regarding online marketing efforts and performance metrics to clients
- Oversee strategic execution of media campaigns for more junior team members; ensure all media plans are in market and deadlines are met
- Presents recommendations to managers, clients and prospects
- Actively manages optimizations to assure client success
- Assists in the management of tagging and tracking URLs
- Executes media plans within DSPs, publishers, networks, and managed partner relationships such as Google Ads, Meta Ads, Amazon, Trade Desk, DV360, and others
Who you are:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments with effective resolution of conflicting priorities
- Exceptional problem-resolution skills including the ability to think creatively in the development of ideas/solutions that will contribute value in a dynamic, client-centered environment
- Quantitative analytical skills and aptitude. You're comfortable working with large data sets and managing campaigns across a large number of accounts
What you'll need:
- Around 3-5 years in a cross channel paid media activation role, digital or media agency experience required
- Strong understanding of Programmatic, Paid Social and Paid Search
- Hands-on experience in platforms such as: Programamtic DSPs (Amazon,DV360, TradeDesk, or similar), Paid Social Ads Managers (Meta, Tiktok, Linkedin)
- Strong software use skills including in-depth knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access), and aptitude to quickly learn new tools
- Familiarity with conversion tracking methodologies
- Knowledge of web analytics tools (Google Analytics, Omniture, Coremetrics)
- Familiarity with DCM Trafficking and Reporting or other 3rd party ad servers
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paid social manager jobs.
- Three or more years of hands-on experience managing Meta and Instagram paid campaigns
- Proven ability to plan, execute, and optimize paid social campaigns against CPA or ROAS targets
- Proficiency with Meta Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, and reporting tools such as Google Analytics
- Experience managing five-figure or six-figure monthly ad budgets across multiple campaigns
- Strong creative judgment and ability to brief, test, and iterate on ad creative
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Tips for Your Paid Social Manager Job Search
Quantify results by platform and objective
Your resume should show platform-specific outcomes: ROAS by channel, cost-per-acquisition trends, and budget managed on Meta versus TikTok. Hiring managers skim for numbers tied to real campaign objectives, not general descriptions of running ads.
Build a portfolio of real campaign examples
Screenshots of ads, before-and-after creative performance data, and audience segmentation strategies you built carry more weight than a bullet list of tools. Anonymize client names if needed, but keep the metrics visible and context-clear.
Filter openings by ad spend under management
Job descriptions often bury the monthly budget in the requirements section. Roles managing under fifty thousand dollars monthly and roles managing several million demand different skill sets, so sort listings by this detail before applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists paid social manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a creative review walkthrough for interviews
Many paid social interviews include a live creative critique or a take-home ad audit. Practice explaining why a specific hook underperforms, what you would test instead, and how you would prioritize creative iterations based on early signal data.
Negotiate scope before accepting a title bump
A senior or lead title without a meaningful increase in budget ownership or cross-channel authority limits your next move. Clarify during the offer stage whether the role owns full-funnel paid social or supports a larger media team.
Paid Social Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most paid social managers?
The companies hiring the most paid social managers right now include CMI Media, 24 Seven Talent, and Innovative Metrics, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. E-commerce brands and performance-focused agencies consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many paid social manager jobs are remote?
About 71% of paid social manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in the marketing field. Performance and analytics-heavy sub-specializations, such as Meta campaign management and reporting, tend to have the highest concentration of remote-eligible postings.
How do you become a paid social manager?
Start by running paid campaigns on Meta or TikTok, even at a small scale for a local business or personal project, so you have real performance data to discuss. Move into a coordinator or specialist role at an agency or brand, build ownership over a specific channel, and document your results. Earning a Meta Blueprint certification strengthens your resume while you accumulate hands-on budget management experience.
Can you get a paid social manager job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level paid social roles exist at agencies and fast-growing direct-to-consumer brands that prioritize demonstrated aptitude over years of experience. Build a portfolio by running small-budget campaigns yourself, contribute to freelance projects, or take on paid social responsibilities in a broader marketing coordinator role. Showing that you understand creative testing, audience segmentation, and basic attribution will differentiate you from candidates with only theoretical knowledge.
What does the paid social manager interview process look like?
Most paid social manager interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on past campaign performance and channel expertise, and a skills assessment that typically involves auditing an existing campaign or proposing a strategy for a hypothetical brief. Final rounds often include a presentation to a marketing or growth team lead. The whole process usually runs across several rounds over a few weeks.
Where can I find and apply to paid social manager jobs?
You can find and apply to paid social manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and the channels you specialize in, and apply directly to each listing.
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