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PPC Client Strategist

Gannett, Mc Lean, VA, United States


LocaliQ is seeking a Digital Marketing Client Strategist to manage and grow client advertising programs across paid search (PPC), display, social media advertising, and digital/print media. This role is ideal for a results‑driven, client‑focused professional who enjoys combining campaign strategy, data analysis, and relationship management.

In this postsales role, you'll serve as the primary client contact, ensuring campaigns are optimized to exceed performance goals while maximizing return on investment (ROI).

Key Responsibilities

Own the postsale client relationship and serve as the primary day‑to‑day contact

Partner closely with Sales to deliver results aligned to shared revenue and growth goals

Develop and manage multichannel digital advertising strategies (Search, Display, Social, O&O)

Lead recurring performance reviews (weekly, monthly) translating metrics into actionable insights

Analyze campaign data, trends, and KPIs to optimize performance and ROI

Collaborate with postsales optimization, ad operations, and digital solutions teams

Ensure consistent branding and messaging across paid and organic digital channels

Proactively identify growth opportunities, optimization strategies, and new marketing solutions

Maintain daily proficiency in CRM systems, paid advertising platforms, and proprietary tools

Act as liaison between clients and backend delivery teams to meet and exceed objectives

Required Skills & Experience

Strong knowledge of digital advertising platforms including PPC, display, social media ads, and analytics

Experience managing client‑facing digital marketing accounts

Ability to interpret performance data and make strategic campaign recommendations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proven track record in relationship management and account growth

Comfort working in fast‑paced, performance‑driven environments

Ability to manage multiple campaigns and priorities simultaneously

Proficiency with Google Ads, Google Analytics / GA4, Excel, and PowerPoint

Core Competencies

Digital Marketing & Paid Media Expertise (PPC, programmatic display, social, email)

Data Analysis & Performance Optimization

Client Success & Customer Focus

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Creative & Analytical Problem Solving

Adaptability in a Rapidly Changing Digital Landscape

Attention to Detail & Process Improvement

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Advertising, Communications, or related field

2+ years managing digital advertising campaigns

3+ years client‑facing account management or ser

The annualized base salary for this role will range between $55,000 and $75,000. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and may be applicable.

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