Remote Paid Media Lead Jobs
Remote paid media lead jobs are open across the U.S. in e-commerce, SaaS, fintech, and direct-to-consumer brands, from mid-level specialists stepping into leadership to seasoned leads managing multi-channel budgets on fully distributed teams. Companies hiring remotely right now include Clients Blackbox, Fisher Investments, and Acadia.io. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We hire the best and help them get better. Silverbackers are supported, challenged and inspired by their peers. Regardless of title or tenure, every Silverbacker plays a role in helping our agency get better. This is a place where you can make a difference.
Today, we’re ready to add another Senior Paid Media Manager to our team. Our new Senior Paid Media Manager will serve as a premier subject matter expert in all things related to Paid Media. You will act as a true paid channel expert, developing and managing a portfolio of Paid Media accounts and marketing campaigns, building great relationships, managing projects and deliverables, and growing accounts.
—What You'll Do—
Responsible for driving the strategy, innovation, and performance of multiple client Paid Media strategies
Fully “own” the success of a portfolio of a few (3-5) client accounts
Plan, implement, and audit paid media campaigns & strategies that align with client KPIs and marketing goals
Successfully plan & execute campaigns in both Search and Social paid media platforms (Google, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok)
Pioneer testing and deployment of “outside the box” media channels & tools
Collaborate closely with internal teammates in our Creative and Measurement teams to drive successful creative strategy/performance & analytics measurement, tag management, etc
Collaborate cross-functionally whenever appropriate (i.e. on multiservice clients) with counterparts in SEO to drive successful cross-channel marketing strategy for clients
Regularly create, analyze, and present insightful and actionable Paid Media performance reports directly to clients
Leverage various tools to carry out analysis and to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of Paid Media accounts
Serve as the lead point of contact for all things Paid Media for your “owned” clients; lead biweekly and ad hoc client calls to build & maintain strong client relationships
Successfully retain & even grow your assigned client portfolio through best-in-class communication, storytelling, presentation, and relationship building
Accurately communicate project timelines to clients; manage client expectations and proactively update clients as things change
Understand the client’s industry, audience and goals and stay on top of industry changes, trends, and best practices
Play a close role in sales enablement, including but not limited to identifying upsell/cross-sell opportunities and contributing to sales pitches, client onboardings/kickoffs, etc
Effectively delegate support tasks as appropriate to junior teammates; manage quality assurance for teammates’ work & ensure clients are receiving high-quality deliverables 100% of the time
In some cases, directly manage (i.e. act as the dedicated people manager) for 1-2 Paid Media teammates (Managers, Specialists, or Associates)
Contribute to the overall success of the Media department through proactive involvement in product development, process improvement, and direct collaboration with the Associate Directors and Senior Director of Paid Media
—What We’re Looking For—
5+ years of experience (minimum) managing Paid Search AND Social campaigns. (Main platforms are Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and TikTok)
Previous agency experience is a must-have!
Experience serving as the main point of contact on client engagements (at least 3+ years of client-facing experience); strong comfortability being client-facing
Strong experience driving/leading paid media account strategy
Strong testing & innovation mentality
Experience collaborating with Creative resources and contributing to creative briefs + driving paid social performance creative
Advanced proficiency with Google Analytics 4 and Google Sheets/Excel
Experience with Google Tag Manager and Supermetrics is a plus!
Strong analytical skills, technical knowledge and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Eagerness to deliver under tight deadlines
Genuine curiosity that will guide the research to inform your technical work
Outstanding time management and organization skills
The ability to accept constructive criticism in a professional manner and to learn from edits
Comfort with constant personal and professional growth
—Why Silverback?—
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Silverback isn’t for everybody. If you’re an A player, you will get paid more, learn more and grow faster with support from a smart and fun team. If you’re a B player, you will be miserable.
Make an impact: We’re a small agency. Everybody has the opportunity to drive change and impact.
Get paid: We hire the best and pay them generously.
Do cool sh*t: From media to SEO to measurement, learn the cutting edge of what works.
—Benefits & Perks—
Unlimited PTO
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Virtual Team Events and a fun, casual, inclusive company culture
Company-paid ClassPass membership
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Summer Fridays
401(k) with Employer Match
—Work Environment—
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We’re a fully remote agency with employees working across the continental United States. At Silverback, you'll be part of a remote work culture that emphasizes smooth, productive online communication.
We at Silverback pride ourselves on being an extremely tight-knit team. We boast an unparalleled culture of collaboration, empathy, and a truly "work hard, play hard" mentality.
Ad Age, Inc. Magazine and The Washington Post have named Silverback one of the best places to work in the Country and our CEO is a DIGIDAY Top Boss. Apply today & discover for yourself what makes Silverback Strategies such a special place to work. We can't wait to hear from you!
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
We hire the best and help them get better. Silverbackers are supported, challenged and inspired by their peers. Regardless of title or tenure, every Silverbacker plays a role in helping our agency get better. This is a place where you can make a difference.
Today, we’re ready to add another Senior Paid Media Manager to our team. Our new Senior Paid Media Manager will serve as a premier subject matter expert in all things related to Paid Media. You will act as a true paid channel expert, developing and managing a portfolio of Paid Media accounts and marketing campaigns, building great relationships, managing projects and deliverables, and growing accounts.
—What You'll Do—
Responsible for driving the strategy, innovation, and performance of multiple client Paid Media strategies
Fully “own” the success of a portfolio of a few (3-5) client accounts
Plan, implement, and audit paid media campaigns & strategies that align with client KPIs and marketing goals
Successfully plan & execute campaigns in both Search and Social paid media platforms (Google, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok)
Pioneer testing and deployment of “outside the box” media channels & tools
Collaborate closely with internal teammates in our Creative and Measurement teams to drive successful creative strategy/performance & analytics measurement, tag management, etc
Collaborate cross-functionally whenever appropriate (i.e. on multiservice clients) with counterparts in SEO to drive successful cross-channel marketing strategy for clients
Regularly create, analyze, and present insightful and actionable Paid Media performance reports directly to clients
Leverage various tools to carry out analysis and to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of Paid Media accounts
Serve as the lead point of contact for all things Paid Media for your “owned” clients; lead biweekly and ad hoc client calls to build & maintain strong client relationships
Successfully retain & even grow your assigned client portfolio through best-in-class communication, storytelling, presentation, and relationship building
Accurately communicate project timelines to clients; manage client expectations and proactively update clients as things change
Understand the client’s industry, audience and goals and stay on top of industry changes, trends, and best practices
Play a close role in sales enablement, including but not limited to identifying upsell/cross-sell opportunities and contributing to sales pitches, client onboardings/kickoffs, etc
Effectively delegate support tasks as appropriate to junior teammates; manage quality assurance for teammates’ work & ensure clients are receiving high-quality deliverables 100% of the time
In some cases, directly manage (i.e. act as the dedicated people manager) for 1-2 Paid Media teammates (Managers, Specialists, or Associates)
Contribute to the overall success of the Media department through proactive involvement in product development, process improvement, and direct collaboration with the Associate Directors and Senior Director of Paid Media
—What We’re Looking For—
5+ years of experience (minimum) managing Paid Search AND Social campaigns. (Main platforms are Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and TikTok)
Previous agency experience is a must-have!
Experience serving as the main point of contact on client engagements (at least 3+ years of client-facing experience); strong comfortability being client-facing
Strong experience driving/leading paid media account strategy
Strong testing & innovation mentality
Experience collaborating with Creative resources and contributing to creative briefs + driving paid social performance creative
Advanced proficiency with Google Analytics 4 and Google Sheets/Excel
Experience with Google Tag Manager and Supermetrics is a plus!
Strong analytical skills, technical knowledge and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Eagerness to deliver under tight deadlines
Genuine curiosity that will guide the research to inform your technical work
Outstanding time management and organization skills
The ability to accept constructive criticism in a professional manner and to learn from edits
Comfort with constant personal and professional growth
—Why Silverback?—
-
Silverback isn’t for everybody. If you’re an A player, you will get paid more, learn more and grow faster with support from a smart and fun team. If you’re a B player, you will be miserable.
Make an impact: We’re a small agency. Everybody has the opportunity to drive change and impact.
Get paid: We hire the best and pay them generously.
Do cool sh*t: From media to SEO to measurement, learn the cutting edge of what works.
—Benefits & Perks—
Unlimited PTO
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Virtual Team Events and a fun, casual, inclusive company culture
Company-paid ClassPass membership
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Summer Fridays
401(k) with Employer Match
—Work Environment—
-
We’re a fully remote agency with employees working across the continental United States. At Silverback, you'll be part of a remote work culture that emphasizes smooth, productive online communication.
We at Silverback pride ourselves on being an extremely tight-knit team. We boast an unparalleled culture of collaboration, empathy, and a truly "work hard, play hard" mentality.
Ad Age, Inc. Magazine and The Washington Post have named Silverback one of the best places to work in the Country and our CEO is a DIGIDAY Top Boss. Apply today & discover for yourself what makes Silverback Strategies such a special place to work. We can't wait to hear from you!
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Clients Blackbox37
- Fisher Investments3
- Acadia.io2
- HH Global2
- VISION2
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote paid media lead jobs.
- 3 to 6 years of hands-on paid media campaign management experience
- Proficiency in Google Ads and Meta Ads Manager with platform certifications preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing five- or six-figure monthly ad budgets
- Ability to analyze performance data and translate findings into optimization decisions
- Experience with programmatic platforms, DSPs, or connected TV advertising
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field
Tips for Your Remote Paid Media Lead Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote paid media lead openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your channel expertise and apply directly. Remote postings at lean distributed teams fill fast, so applying early gives you a real advantage.
Show async communication skills upfront
Remote paid media employers screen heavily for written clarity. Use your cover letter or application message to demonstrate how you report on campaign performance and flag budget issues in writing, without relying on a quick desk conversation to fill in the gaps.
Build a results-first remote portfolio
Compile two or three campaign case studies that show the channel mix you owned, the budget you managed, and the performance outcome you drove. Remote hiring managers want evidence you can run paid programs independently, so make the results specific and easy to verify.
Demonstrate fluency in remote paid media tools
Paid media leads on distributed teams are expected to work inside shared dashboards and attribution platforms from day one. Mention your hands-on experience with tools like Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and cross-channel reporting platforms directly in your application materials.
Remote Paid Media Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote paid media lead job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed marketing teams in e-commerce, SaaS, and subscription businesses, since these sectors run paid programs entirely in async environments. Remote employers screen for self-direction, clear written communication in Slack and project tools, and hands-on fluency with Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and cross-channel attribution platforms. A portfolio showing campaign results you owned end-to-end, without a manager in the room, gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire remote paid media leads?
Remote paid media lead roles are posted by Clients Blackbox, Fisher Investments, and Acadia.io and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first e-commerce brands, venture-backed SaaS companies, and distributed performance marketing agencies make up the bulk of remote openings for this role.
Can you get a remote paid media lead job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level paid media lead roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage campaigns and prioritize independently from day one, with no in-office guidance. Direct-to-consumer startups and small distributed teams are more open to candidates who show platform certifications, freelance campaign work, or a results-focused portfolio, even without a formal title. Demonstrated ability to communicate progress clearly in writing opens the door.
Do you need a degree for remote paid media lead jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh platform expertise, campaign performance results, and demonstrated budget management more heavily than a degree when evaluating paid media leads. Certifications in Google Ads, Meta Blueprint, or programmatic platforms carry real weight, especially when paired with a portfolio that shows what you built, what it cost, and what it returned.
Which industries hire the most remote paid media leads?
Remote paid media lead roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed marketing teams that run full paid programs across search, social, and display without a central office.
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