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Pay Per Click Specialist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

We are actively seeking a full-time Pay-Per-Click Search Marketing Specialist who is a self-motivated, entrepreneurial, outgoing individual with a minimum of 3 years of direct working experience in ...

Intake Director

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

Intake Director

Hardwick, VT · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

Intake Director

Wausau, WI · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

Intake Director

Hardwick, VT · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

Intake Director

Caledonia, WI · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

Intake Director

Florida, NY · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

Intake Director

Wausau, WI · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

Intake Director

Wausau, WI · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

A strong familiarity with setting up Google Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, Facebook campaigns, and finding talent to create impactful creatives to boost intake numbers is essential, along with superb ...

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How much do pay per click jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for pay per click in the United States is $24.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pay Per Click (PPC) Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pay Per Click (PPC) Specialist, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of digital marketing principles, and experience with paid advertising platforms—often backed by a marketing degree or relevant certifications. Proficiency in tools like Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, Google Analytics, and campaign management software is essential. Attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication help you optimize campaigns and collaborate with clients or teams. These skills ensure efficient ad spend, high campaign performance, and measurable business results in a competitive online environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Pay Per Click (PPC) specialists, and how can they overcome them?

PPC specialists often face challenges such as maintaining a high Quality Score, optimizing ad spend, and staying ahead of competitors' strategies. Managing multiple campaigns across different platforms can also be demanding, requiring strong organizational and analytical skills. To overcome these challenges, PPC professionals regularly monitor campaign performance, A/B test ad copy and landing pages, and stay updated on platform algorithm changes. Collaboration with content creators and data analysts is key to refining targeting and maximizing ROI.

What is a Pay Per Click (PPC) specialist?

A Pay Per Click (PPC) specialist is a digital marketing professional responsible for managing online advertising campaigns where advertisers pay a fee each time their ad is clicked. They typically work with platforms like Google Ads, Bing Ads, and social media networks to create, optimize, and analyze paid ad campaigns. Their goal is to maximize return on investment (ROI) by selecting the right keywords, writing effective ad copy, setting budgets, and monitoring performance. PPC specialists use data analysis to continually improve campaign effectiveness and ensure that advertising spend delivers measurable results.

What is the difference between Pay Per Click vs Search Engine Marketing Specialist?

AspectPay Per ClickSearch Engine Marketing Specialist
CredentialsBasic digital marketing knowledge, certifications like Google AdsAdvanced knowledge of SEM, certifications, analytics skills
Work EnvironmentDigital advertising campaigns, online platformsStrategy development, campaign management, analytics
Industry UsageAdvertising agencies, online retailers, brandsMarketing agencies, corporate marketing teams

Pay Per Click (PPC) focuses specifically on managing paid advertising campaigns on platforms like Google Ads. A Search Engine Marketing Specialist encompasses PPC but also includes broader SEM strategies, including SEO integration and analytics. While PPC is more campaign execution-oriented, SEM specialists develop comprehensive strategies to improve overall search engine visibility.

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Infographic showing various Pay Per Click job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,445 per year, or $24.3 per hour.
Pay Per Click Specialist

Pay Per Click Specialist

K-1 Speed Inc

Irvine, CA • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


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Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

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Job description

We are actively seeking a full-time Pay-Per-Click Search Marketing Specialist who is a self-motivated, entrepreneurial, outgoing individual with a minimum of 3 years of direct working experience in pay-per-click campaign management. The ideal candidate will work with the PPC lead to take responsibility for gathering actionable data from our various sources to ensure consistent and continual optimization of the campaigns, as well as the generation and dissemination of reporting to ensure that the whole team is aware of campaign performance trends. Core job responsibilities include:
● Assist with building online marketing campaigns with a primary focus on paid search marketing
● Assist with the design, implementation, and analytics of experiments to test optimization theories, including changes in bidding strategies, keyword discovery, and creative enhancements
● Ad hoc analysis of data and strategies to recommend performance improvements
● Campaign performance reporting and analysis
● Work with the team to identify project areas or process enhancements to drive overall program improvements
● Develop relationships with partners at major search engines
● Staying current with continuous learning and certifications

What We Seek:

● An interest in solving problems / genuine curiosity about how consumers make decisions

● 3 years’ experience with search engine marketing, specifically with Google Ads and Google Ad Manager. Microsoft Advertising, AdRoll, others.

● Paid Social experience is a plus

● Quantitative thinker

● Passion for using data to make decisions

● Demonstrated analytic and problem-solving skills

● Skill with Excel and/or Access

● Aware of MMM

● Google Analytics & TAG Manager Experiences

● Background in online advertising, paid search, e-commerce, and online travel are preferred

● Demonstrated background in mathematics, statistics, computer science/engineering, marketing, or other quantitative field

● Ability to build and develop effective relationships

In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

● Flexible and open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods accordingly

● Grasps the essence of new information; recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development; seeks feedback.

● Exhibits integrity though fair and ethical behavior toward others and a demonstrated sense of corporate responsibility and commitment.

● Treats colleagues and partners with respect: considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of different people

● Can be relied upon to ensure that projects within areas of specific responsibility are completed in an appropriate and timely manner and acknowledges mistakes, learns from those events and is able to move forward productively

● Identifies and analyzes problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information

● Ability to balance time to market with a solution and make the right trade-offs along the way

● Strong analytical skills: understands and utilizes metrics relevant to role

● Clear communication through expression of facts and ideas in a clear, convincing and organized manner

● Good business judgment when making decisions and always considers the relevance/impact of each decision on the business

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance


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