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We are working with FKQ Advertising in their search for a Director of SEM (Travel category) based in Clearwater, Florida, shown here:
As one of our top clients, FKQ is a full-service ad agency that has been in business for 50 years. As true partners with their clients, FKQ goes beyond just providing strategy and purchasing media. They’re a seamless extension of their clients and provide any service that helps grow the client’s business. This kind of partnership leads to longstanding relationships that go back further than 25 years.
At FKQ, “Whatever It Takes” (WIT) is more than a philosophy. It’s in their DNA. It is the guiding principle they put into practice every single day. They explore. They discover new ideas. They bring strategic insight to life with a passion for great work and generating results.
One of the coolest travel jobs around.
The Director of SEM (Travel) is responsible for strategic planning and managing paid search and display campaigns for FKQ Internet marketing clients. Responsibilities include; planning, budgeting, executing and evaluating interactive marketing campaigns. Candidates MUST be able to assess client’s current interactive campaigns and provide actionable next steps for improvement. As a Director at FKQ, you are expected to bring a very blue-collar attitude to the firm: This will be a hands-on role that will require vision and strategic agility. You must be the total package to attain a Director title at FKQ.
HARRY’S COMMENTS: Candidate must have experience with large paid search budgets as well as have very deep travel and/or hospitality experience. Hotel, airline, rental car industry experience is preferred. Ideal candidate must be hands on. This is an extremely hands-on, action oriented position. Experience with Omniture is preferred, as is some exposure to Google Analytics and Core Metrics. FKQ is a major Omniture user, so experience with Site Catalyst, Search Center, and Test and Target is a huge plus. From time to time, this role will interface with clients. It is not a behind-the-scenes position. Strong communication skills and an ability to conduct oneself professionally are required.
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Job Responsibilities:
- Leads the creation of client media objectives and strategies
- Develop and manage a variety of digital media campaigns (including Paid Search, Display, Mobile, etc) campaign strategies and tactics for all assigned clients.
- Emphasis on Paid Search.
- Implementation of Paid Search tactics that include: keyword development, bid management, ad copy testing & budget allocations
- Plan, negotiate and execute Digital Media campaigns based on client objectives
- Host ongoing meetings with current and potential Online Media vendors
- Create, monitor and analyze the reporting of Paid Search and Digital Media campaigns
- Grow client revenue by identifying opportunities through interactive media
Qualifications:
- MUST HAVE TRAVEL / HOSPITALITY / CAR RENTAL EXPERIENCE. Please highlight this on your resume!
- 5+ years of paid search experience
- In-depth knowledge of Google Adwords and Bing Ads
- Ability to work independently
- Strong analytical background
- Ability to multi-task while meeting tight deadlines
- Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Strong attention to detail
- PC proficiency and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Preferred:
- Agency experience working with multiple clients
- Experience working with global or high-profile brands
- Omniture Site Catalyst and Search Center experience
- SEO experience, a plus!
UPDATE: THIS SEARCH IS CLOSED.
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