Junior Paid Search Specialist - Google Ads - SEM - Automotive

• Role: Junior Paid Search Specialist
• Google Ads
• SEM
• Automotive

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: In-Office in our Ohio City/Cleveland Location 5 Days Per Week

Travel: None

About The Role

This position entails assisting Paid Search Account Managers with the day-to-day responsibilities of managing Google Ads accounts, Meta (Facebook & Instagram) accounts, and Microsoft advertising accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for someone new to digital marketing or paid search to gain hands-on experience, learn the fundamentals of managing paid search campaigns, and grow into a full account manager role.

You’ll work closely with our Paid Search Account Managers and creative teams to help build, manage, and monitor ad campaigns — all while learning the best practices, tools, and strategies that drive real performance for our automotive dealership clients.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience in digital marketing
• Familiarity with paid media (Google Ads, Meta Ads - Facebook/Instagram, YouTube, Microsoft Advertising) preferred, but not required
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow structured checklists and processes
• Basic understanding of key paid media concepts like targeting, bidding, and performance metrics
• Excellent organization and multitasking skills
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to Paid Search Account Managers to ensure campaigns run smoothly and meet performance goals
• Track progress and manage assignments through our project management platform
• Perform campaign maintenance tasks using internal checklists (e.g., reviewing settings, geo-targeting, audiences, and ad extensions)
• Update budgets, upload and edit graphics, and edit ad copy across active campaigns
• Assist in building and launching campaigns within Google Ads and Meta (Facebook/Instagram)
• Write compelling and conversion-driven ad copy aligned with campaign objectives
• Collaborate with the design and development teams to ensure creative assets are delivered on schedule
• Track progress and manage assignments through our project management platform

The Ideal Candidate

• Is eager to start or grow their career in paid search and digital marketing
• Loves details, follows process, and asks questions when they’re unsure
• Enjoys working on multiple projects and staying organized
• Is proactive, dependable, and thrives in a collaborative team setting
• Has a growth mindset and is excited to learn how paid media drives real business results

Compensation And Benefits

• Your final compensation will be determined by your experience level and skillset
• Compensation is reviewed annually
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (Employer pays 50% of premiums)
• Simple IRA + 3% Matching Opportunity
• 10 Paid Time Off days in your first year + your birthday. 15 PTO days after 5 years with our company. 20 PTO days after 10 years with our company
• Paid Holidays
• Continuous Training Opportunities
• Flexible Hours - This position requires employees to work onsite at our office for 7 hours per day (account manager roles may require additional hours due to travel and client schedules). Our office is open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, allowing you the flexibility to choose a schedule that works best for you within those hours