
CRO/Digital Advertising Specialist
VPAO
Posted 3 days ago
CRO/Digital Advertising Specialist
Marketing agency seeking experienced performance marketer to manage client ad campaigns. Flexible hours, results-focused, room for significant growth.
Position Overview
Hybrid position: mostly remote with one optional in-office day per week (5 hours).
Manage Google Ads and Meta Ads for a portion of agency clients with combined monthly ad spend of $15k-30k (slated to grow). You'll own campaign strategy, optimization, and performance - complete control within client budgets to drive measurable results.
Current focus: Google Ads, Meta Ads, and landing page optimization. Future scope includes LinkedIn Ads, additional platforms, and expanded physical advertising coordination as business grows.
Responsibilities:
Campaign Management:
Full ownership of Google Ads and Meta Ads accounts for assigned clients
Campaign strategy, setup, optimization, and ongoing management
Budget allocation and bid management across campaigns
A/B testing for ad creative, copy, audiences, and placements
Daily (or every-other-day minimum) campaign monitoring for technical issues - broken links, incorrect dates, budget overspends, URL functionality
Set up alerts for major issues given significant budget size
Make data-driven optimization decisions and pivot strategy when needed
Control ad scheduling and budget pacing
Conversion Optimization:
Analyze landing page performance and identify optimization opportunities
Direct landing page changes (visual elements, copy, layout) to improve conversion rates
Communicate tracking and implementation requirements for GTM/GA4 setup
Coordinate with development team on technical implementation
Creative & Strategy:
Create basic ad creative using Canva or choice of software when needed
Work with existing client content and assets
Request specific content from team when needed for campaign performance
Write ad copy and develop creative briefs
Advise clients on realistic budget requirements and expected outcomes
Most clients are established brands with plenty of quality images and videos to work with
CRM & Sales Integration:
Advise on CRM strategy for campaign optimization (audience segmentation, email list strategy, lead attribution)
Collaborate with O&C Specialist on lead tracking and campaign attribution
Recommend CRM integrations to improve campaign performance (implementation handled by development team)
Reporting & Communication:
Bi-weekly campaign performance reporting
Create monthly client performance reports; option to present directly to clients or coordinate with team based on your preference
Track ROI and provide actionable insights
Direct client communication on campaign strategy and results as needed
Physical Advertising:
Coordinate billboards, local sponsorships, and other offline campaigns when needed
In-Office Work (1 day/week optional, 5-hour day, flexible schedule):
Team coordination and strategy sessions
Client meetings if needed
Deep-dive campaign analysis
Ads run 24/7, so brief weekend check-ins expected to monitor performance and catch issues.
Compensation
$44-54/hour based on experience
16-24 hours/week flexible (typically 5-hour workdays spread across week)
Total weekly: ~$704-1,296 depending on hours and rate
Performance bonus based on client campaign results and business growth
Growth & Scope: Extensive room for growth as business expands. Can transition to full-time hours, take on all agency clients, increased scope, and higher compensation. Path to leadership position managing advertising function. If you excel and the role grows, we review compensation every 6 months. We won't pile on extra work without adjusting pay.
Trial period: 2 months, fully paid (1 week notice either side), then 2 weeks notice after trial
Requirements
Must Have:
Proven results managing Google Ads and Meta Ads campaigns
Experience managing $10k+ monthly ad spend (provide examples)
Demonstrable ROI improvements - must show case studies or metrics (ROAS, CPA, conversion rates, etc.)
Strong understanding of conversion tracking, Google Analytics, and Google Tag Manager
A/B testing experience and data analysis skills
Ability to assess campaign performance, make judgment calls, and pivot strategy when needed
Can attend Cranbourne West office periodically during onboarding and as needed
Available for daily or every-other-day monitoring minimum (large budgets require vigilance)
Available for brief weekend monitoring (ads don't stop on weekends)
Preferred:
Google Ads and Meta Blueprint certifications (results matter more than certifications)
Experience managing multiple client accounts simultaneously
Agency or freelance background
Landing page optimization experience
CRM and email marketing strategy experience
Critical:
Results-driven - you're measured on performance, not hours logged
Strategic thinker who can also execute tactically
Clear communicator - can explain complex campaign data to clients
Self-directed - takes initiative, doesn't need hand-holding
Comfortable with complete campaign ownership and accountability
Detail-oriented - catches technical issues before they become costly mistakes
Details
Independent contractor (you manage own tax/super; ABN not required immediately)
Location: Hybrid - 1 optional day/week at newly built Cranbourne West office; remote for campaign work
Equipment: Laptop and work phone provided (your choice of OS for both)
All software/tools provided (ad platforms, analytics, design tools, reporting) + can accommodate additional preferred ones
Complete access to client ad accounts with full management control
Trial includes more frequent check-ins to align on strategy; becomes flexible based on performance
Regular performance reporting required
Work culture: Results-focused, minimal supervision. Deliver measurable ROI and structure your schedule as needed.
Who This Role Suits
It's all about results. Best suited to experienced performance marketer seeking flexible hours with significant autonomy. This isn't an entry-level role - we need someone who can own campaigns from strategy through execution and drive real results. Extensive room for growth into full-time leadership position as business expands.
Thanks
Victor
http://fluvialdesign.com/
About VPAO
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