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We are niched in the communications industry with offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town from where we service all of South Africa, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the rest of the world. Our portfolios include Digital, Creative and Client Service in Advertising, Marketing, Media, Public Relations and Corporate Communications.
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Paid Media and Digital Marketing Lead (Remote)

Remuneration:market-related 
Location:Johannesburg
Job level:Mid/Senior
Type:Permanent
Company:Ad Talent Africa

Who are we:

We are a growing team with big ambitions, and we’re looking to strengthen our digital presence through strategic, performance-driven paid media campaigns. Our goal is simple: convert interest into action and turn traffic into loyal customers. We are seeking someone who understands the full digital funnel and can make a meaningful impact through expertly crafted and optimised campaigns.

Who we looking for:

A hands-on, results-driven paid media specialist with a strong foundation in digital marketing strategy. You’re confident managing large ad budgets, can interpret data to drive decisions, and have a sharp eye for compelling creative. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring both strategic thinking and executional excellence.

What Will you do:

  • Lead and manage paid media campaigns across Meta (Facebook & Instagram) and Google SEA.
  • Script, brief, and schedule high-performing ad content (text, photo, and video).
  • Continuously optimise campaigns to improve CPA (Cost Per Acquisition) and CAC (Customer Acquisition Cost).
  • Plan and manage ad budgets across platforms, ensuring maximum return on spend.
  • Align paid campaigns with wider marketing and brand strategies.
  • Provide regular reporting, insights, and actionable recommendations.
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams to maintain cohesive marketing messaging.
  • Ensure all digital activity reflects and supports the broader goals of the business.

What you will need:

  • Five-plus years’ experience running paid social and digital advertising campaigns.
  • Expertise in Meta Ads and Google Search Ads (SEA).
  • A proven track record managing $1M+ in campaign budgets over recent years.
  • A solid grasp of branding and marketing strategy.
  • Experience scripting and briefing creative for ads across various formats.
  • Demonstrated ability to optimise campaign performance through data-led insights.
  • Ability to work independently, make decisions quickly, and adapt in real time.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Bonus: Experience leading a team or managing junior performance marketers.

Skills:

  • Campaign management
  • Digital marketing
  • Google
  • Paid media


Posted on 07 Jul 15:28, Closing date 6 Aug