Paid Media Strategist - PPC & SEO Client Success

|Current USA TODAY Co. Employees- Please ensure you are using our abbreviated process on the internal Careers site by logging into Dayforce through MyApps|USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that by applying for a job with us, this California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.comAre you a data-driven digital marketer who thrives on improving performance and driving real client results?We’re looking for a Paid Media Strategist to join our Client Success team, where you’ll own campaign performance for a portfolio of high-value clients. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Account Managers in a pod structure—giving you the space to focus on what you do best: optimizing campaigns, uncovering insights, and driving measurable ROI.If you enjoy working across PPC, SEO, and multi-channel campaigns—and want to see the direct impact of your work—this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.What You’ll Do • Own day-to-day campaign performance across PPC and SEO initiatives • Optimize campaigns across platforms such as Google Ads, Meta, and display networks • Analyze performance trends and deliver data-driven recommendations to improve ROI • Build and maintain pacing reports, performance dashboards, and campaign insights • Conduct A/B testing (ads, landing pages, keywords) to improve results • Partner with Account Managers to support client retention and growth • Participate in client meetings, presenting insights and performance updates as needed • Troubleshoot performance issues and identify new optimization opportunities • Support keyword strategy development an