Paid Media & 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

 
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