Who We Are
VML, a WPP company, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award‑winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate‑Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca‑Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting‑edge media intelligence and data solutions, world‑class creativity, next‑generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Who We Are Looking For As the Associate Media Manager, Paid Search you will be responsible for the implementation and management of all facets of Paid Search, primarily within Google and Bing Ads. You will effectively manage the flow of client deliverables related to Paid Search.
Responsibilities include maintaining control of the advertising budget, ensuring execution of all client plans, and monitoring performance. You will also be required to implement and develop department best practices and may be asked to develop POVs/position papers on key client or industry issues.
In this position, you must be able to maintain effective communication within and outside of the agency to ensure accuracy and timeliness and that all campaign KPIs are met. You should have basic knowledge and understanding of media‑related research, planning and buying tools.
What You’ll Do
Create, implement, track, analyze and optimize Paid Search campaigns in all major search engines
Leverage site analytics programs for actionable insights
Create and utilize successful bid strategies and keyword management
Continually test all facets of a successful Paid Search campaign to hit all client KPIs
Communicate effectively with all essential team members
Communicate effectively, set and manage client expectations
Who You’re
Ability to maintain good relationships with outside vendors and clients as well as within the agency
Must be able to work well under pressure with attention to detail
Ability to learn new skills and tools quickly
Strong communicator, with ability to work cross‑functionally and collaboratively
What You’ll Bring
0‑2 years experience with planning or executing paid search or digital campaigns, internships highly desired
Paid search experience, Google AdWords & Bing Ads certifications preferred
Passion and interest in digital, paid, and emerging media as well as AI for Search
Familiarity with all major search engines (Google AdWords, Yahoo!, Bing, and other search engines)
Experience in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, V‑Lookups etc)
What We Offer
Passionate, driven people – We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
Consciously cultivated culture – We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
Competitive benefits – What we offer full‑time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar‑for‑dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
Growth‑minded opportunities – We aim to nurture a culture of real‑time feedback, growth‑oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.
Base Salary Range: $35,000—$75,000 USD
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application," this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting‑edge media intelligence and data solutions, world‑class creativity, next‑generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Who We Are Looking For As the Associate Media Manager, Paid Search you will be responsible for the implementation and management of all facets of Paid Search, primarily within Google and Bing Ads. You will effectively manage the flow of client deliverables related to Paid Search.
Responsibilities include maintaining control of the advertising budget, ensuring execution of all client plans, and monitoring performance. You will also be required to implement and develop department best practices and may be asked to develop POVs/position papers on key client or industry issues.
In this position, you must be able to maintain effective communication within and outside of the agency to ensure accuracy and timeliness and that all campaign KPIs are met. You should have basic knowledge and understanding of media‑related research, planning and buying tools.
What You’ll Do
Create, implement, track, analyze and optimize Paid Search campaigns in all major search engines
Leverage site analytics programs for actionable insights
Create and utilize successful bid strategies and keyword management
Continually test all facets of a successful Paid Search campaign to hit all client KPIs
Communicate effectively with all essential team members
Communicate effectively, set and manage client expectations
Who You’re
Ability to maintain good relationships with outside vendors and clients as well as within the agency
Must be able to work well under pressure with attention to detail
Ability to learn new skills and tools quickly
Strong communicator, with ability to work cross‑functionally and collaboratively
What You’ll Bring
0‑2 years experience with planning or executing paid search or digital campaigns, internships highly desired
Paid search experience, Google AdWords & Bing Ads certifications preferred
Passion and interest in digital, paid, and emerging media as well as AI for Search
Familiarity with all major search engines (Google AdWords, Yahoo!, Bing, and other search engines)
Experience in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, V‑Lookups etc)
What We Offer
Passionate, driven people – We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
Consciously cultivated culture – We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
Competitive benefits – What we offer full‑time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar‑for‑dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
Growth‑minded opportunities – We aim to nurture a culture of real‑time feedback, growth‑oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.
Base Salary Range: $35,000—$75,000 USD
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application," this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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