Paid Media Specialist - Contractor

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Paid Media Specialist - Contractor based in the United States. This is a hands-on paid media role focused on managing and optimizing campaigns across Google Ads and an expanding mix of emerging channels. You will own the weekly performance cycle from monitoring and diagnosis through recommendations, execution, and measurement. Google Search, YouTube, and App campaigns represent the core of the role, with opportunities to work across platforms such as Reddit, TikTok, StackAdapt, and emerging ad surfaces. The role combines analytical thinking with direct in-platform execution, giving you ownership over how performance is interpreted and improved. You will work within established strategies and guardrails while independently identifying opportunities, resolving issues, and prioritizing meaningful changes. Success requires strong attention to detail, reliable execution, and the ability to turn performance data into clear business actions. This is a remote, U.S.-based contract opportunity expected to run from approximately November 2026 through January 2027, with potential for extension.