Account Manager, Paid Media

THE ROLE:

As the partner marketing landscape evolves, channels like paid social, influencer amplification, and performance media are converging in powerful new ways — and Acceleration Partners (AP) is leading that evolution.

We are seeking a Paid Media Account Manager to deliver exceptional service to brands eager to maximize ROI through data-driven media campaigns. This person will be responsible for developing and executing paid media strategies that amplify influencer and affiliate content, drive conversions, and strengthen our clients’ full-funnel marketing performance.

The Paid Media Account Manager will manage day-to-day client relationships, oversee paid media budgets and campaign execution, and ensure all programs deliver measurable business impact. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing paid campaigns across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and Google, and thrives in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment where strategic thinking and operational excellence intersect.

TOP 5 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. MEDIA STRATEGY & EXECUTION – Develops and implements custom paid media and influencer amplification strategies designed to achieve each client’s unique goals and KPIs. Oversees paid amplification of influencer and affiliate content across social platforms, ensuring full-funnel alignment and measurable ROI. Continuously monitors performance, pacing, and spend, optimizing campaigns in real time to hit or exceed efficiency and performance benchmarks.
2. CLIENT SERVICE & COMMUNICATION – Acts as the primary client contact, providing proactive recommendations and actionable insights. Builds trusted, long-term relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality work and transparent communication. Leads client calls, presents results, and articulates complex media data in a clear, strategic, and solutions-oriented way.
3. REPORTING & ANALYSIS – Owns all aspects of reporting and analytics. Delivers precise and insightful reporting that connects paid media performance to business outcomes. Interprets data across upper-funnel (impressions, engagement, reach) and lower-funnel metrics (CTR, CVR, CPA, ROAS) to identify opportunities and drive optimization. Provides clear, data-backed recommendations for continuous improvement.
4. PLATFORM EXPERTISE & OPTIMIZATION – Manages end-to-end paid social campaigns across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Google, and emerging platforms. Oversees audience targeting, creative testing, bidding, and budget allocation. Partners with internal influencer and affiliate teams to amplify top-performing content and inform future creator investment strategy.
5. PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT & GROWTH – Manages a portfolio of clients with precision, ensuring programs are executed profitably and aligned to AP’s standards of excellence. Identifies opportunities to expand scope or introduce new solutions that add measurable value for clients. Proactively surfaces risks, challenges, and creative solutions to ensure retention and account growth.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

BY 2 MONTHS: You have a clear understanding of each client’s goals, budget structures, and target audiences. You’ve established strong relationships with client contacts and are confidently leading routine calls, managing deliverables, and optimizing campaign performance with oversight from your Account Director. You are comfortable navigating AP’s tools, processes, and reporting systems.

BY 4 MONTHS: You are operating independently across your client portfolio, managing paid media budgets with precision, leading strategic discussions, and consistently delivering measurable results. You are recognized by clients and internal stakeholders as a proactive, data-driven partner who can be trusted to execute flawlessly and think strategically. Client KPIs are being met or exceeded, and AP profitability and quality standards are upheld.

QUALITIES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Strategic, analytical thinker who thrives on performance optimization and data-driven decision-making
• Strong communicator who can translate complex media insights into actionable business recommendations
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to manage multiple accounts and deadlines with ease
• Confident, solutions-focused, and proactive under pressure
• Comfortable collaborating cross-functionally with influencer, affiliate, and analytics teams
• Passionate about digital media, paid social, and the evolving creator economy
• Excited to work in a remote, high-performance environment that values innovation and curiosity

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• 4+ years of experience managing paid social or paid media campaigns (agency experience preferred)
• Proven success managing budgets, optimizing campaigns, and delivering on performance KPIs
• Hands-on experience with major paid media platforms (Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Google Ads, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets
• Experience developing and presenting campaign reports and insights to clients
• Working knowledge of how paid media integrates with influencer, affiliate, and other performance channels
• Familiarity with ad tech, attribution, and tracking systems (UTMs, pixels, conversion APIs)
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Ability to travel up to 15%

WHY ACCELERATION PARTNERS?

Acceleration Partners is the world’s largest and first-to-market Partnership Marketing Agency creating and nurturing partnerships that drive exceptional measurable outcomes for their clients. Managing clients in 40+ countries, AP’s global team of 300+ focuses on data-driven strategies that connect brands to the right consumers through affiliate and influencer All of our work is supported by APVision, our proprietary technology suite which leverages the largest dataset of any agency in the Partnership Marketing agency ecosystem. Serving over 200 brands—including household names like Amazon, Apple, Target, Google, Marriott, Coinbase, and Burberry—AP’s diversified team is creating what’s next in the industry by building high-performing partnership marketing programs. As the only truly integrated global partnerships agency, AP prides itself on being at the cutting edge of industry developments and leveraging proven expertise to deliver unique solutions for brands seeking sustainable growth.

AP PERKS & BENEFITS - WHAT WE OFFER

• 100% remote work for everyone
• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage insurance (with opt-out benefits)
• 401K with matching
• Open Paid Time Off
• Summer & Holiday Wellness Breaks in July and December
• Volunteer and Birthday Time Off
• Focus Fridays
• Paid Parental Leave Benefits
• Wellness, Technology & Education Allowances
• Paid sabbatical leaves, donation matching, and more!!
• Target Salary is $75,000 - $85,000 depending on location and experience.

Benefits may vary based on employment status or country location.

Acceleration Partners is committed to a diverse workforce and we are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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