Role Description
Helium is hiring a Paid Media Strategist to own strategy and execution across paid search and paid social for a portfolio of accounts, including some of our most complex, multi-line businesses. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports - reporting to our Paid Media Team Lead.
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Own strategy and execution for a portfolio of accounts spanning paid search and paid social, including complex, multi-line businesses (e.g., wholesale/B2B-style catalogs).
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Run both Google Ads and Meta Ads as core strengths β capable of owning each independently, not just supporting one.
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Apply AI tools for bidding, optimization, and creative testing, and keep learning as they evolve.
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Lead client meetings as the strategic voice in the room β this isn't a background-execution role.
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Flag account risk early and partner with the Team Lead on QBRs.
Qualifications
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Deep, current expertise in both Google Ads and Meta Ads β this is the anchor requirement.
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3+ years hands-on paid media experience β enough to have a real foundation across search and social, not just general exposure.
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Genuine client-facing polish: confident, capable of running client meetings solo, comfortable being the expert in the room.
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Ability to learn fast and perform in front of clients immediately β this role doesn't have a long ramp before client exposure starts.
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Currently and actively hands-on in the platforms today β not someone who's moved into oversight and lost the day-to-day edge.
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AI fluency in bidding/optimization/creative testing is a strong plus; if you're not there yet, genuine eagerness and speed to learn is the minimum bar.
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Agency experience strongly preferred.
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E-commerce background is a plus, but not a requirement β this role is defined by platform depth, not vertical.
Requirements
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The perfect fit will embody our core values:
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Extraordinary Service
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Responsive Communication
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Proactive Problem Solving
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Under-promise and Over-deliver
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Achieve the North Star
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You recognize that personal and professional growth is a continuous process.
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You approach every task with dedication and intensity, always striving to be more efficient.
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You face challenges head-on, taking ownership, asking for help, and prioritizing the team's success.
Benefits
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Salary range for this role is $70,000-$75,000.
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Comprehensive benefits package (up to 90% coverage for health, dental, vision, life).
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Simple IRA with employer match.
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Unlimited paid time off after 90 days.
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Pet-friendly office for those in Cincinnati. Those not in the area will join our fully remote team.