Job Description
Job Description
Paid Media Strategist- Burn Media Co.
ABOUT US
We are a rapidly growing digital marketing agency specializing in franchise organizations. With over 200 clients ranging from national brand funds to unit-level franchise locations, we provide comprehensive paid media solutions and strategic guidance to help franchise brands scale their digital advertising efforts.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Paid Media Strategist to join our dynamic team and elevate our capabilities across strategy, execution, and team performance. This role is designed for a strategic thinker who can identify and fill gaps in our current processes, introduce cutting-edge tools and methodologies, and help level up our entire team's expertise. Working closely with our Director of Paid Media, you'll bring external knowledge and best practices to enhance our service delivery for our growing portfolio of franchise clients. The ideal candidate will serve as a catalyst for improvement, driving innovation in our strategies, optimizing our workflows, and mentoring team members to reach their full potential.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning & Development (40%)
- Develop comprehensive paid media strategies aligned with franchise client business goals, brand guidelines, and local market dynamics
- Audit and enhance existing strategies, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement across our current client portfolio
- Create testing roadmaps and optimization strategies for both national brand campaigns and location-specific advertising
- Collaborate with Director of Paid Media to build unique advertising approaches for diverse franchise verticals
- Analyze market trends and competitive landscapes to inform strategic recommendations
- Support sales team in creating compelling proposals and strategic presentations for prospective clients
Campaign Management & Execution (35%)
Plan, set up, and execute complex digital advertising campaigns across Google, Meta, TikTok, and other relevant platformsManage campaign budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation across national and local franchise initiativesImplement advanced targeting strategies for multi-location franchise campaignsExecute A / B testing of audiences, creatives, landing pages, and offers to drive performance improvementsHandle time-sensitive campaign launches and optimizations, especially during high-volume periodsPerformance Analysis & Optimization (20%)
Monitor campaign performance across multiple client accounts and provide actionable insights for optimizationTrack and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) using Google Analytics, platform analytics, and internal reporting toolsCreate regular performance reports with strategic recommendations for clientsIdentify opportunities for campaign improvements and implement data-driven optimizationsDevelop and maintain performance benchmarks for different franchise verticalsTeam Leadership & Process Enhancement (5%)
Review and optimize existing workflows and processes to improve efficiency and reduce errorsIntroduce new tools, automation, and process improvements based on industry experience and best practicesCollaborate with internal teams including account management, creative, and strategy departmentsSupport team capacity during peak periods and high-volume campaign launchesREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field3-5 years of experience in paid media strategy and campaign managementAdvanced proficiency in Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and Google AnalyticsExperience with multi-location or franchise advertising preferredStrong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and provide actionable insightsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProven track record of managing advertising budgets of $50K+ monthlyExperience with A / B testing and campaign optimization methodologiesPERFERED QUALIFICATIONS
Google Ads and Meta certificationsExperience with programmatic advertising platforms (DMP / DSP)Previous agency experience, particularly with franchise or multi-location clientsFamiliarity with local SEO and location-based advertising strategiesKnowledge of additional ad platformsAdvanced Excel / Google Sheets proficiency for data analysis and reportingExperience with data visualization tools (preferred)Understanding of conversion tracking and attribution modelingThis position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.