Paid Media Analyst

Jellyfish

. Plan, activate, and optimise paid media campaigns across Search, Social, Programmatic, or Retail Media channels .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeDurban • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in planning and optimizing paid media campaigns across various channels, utilizing analytics tools to drive insights and performance. Strong communication and analytical skills support effective client relationships and operational excellence.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Paid Media Campaign ManagementGoogle Ads ProficiencyStrong Analytical SkillsBudget Management ExperienceExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Paid Media CampaignsAnalytics ToolsExcel ProficiencyGoogle Sheets ProficiencyCampaign Performance TrackingTroubleshooting SkillsData-Driven InsightsBudget Delivery ManagementClient Relationship ManagementMulti-Channel Expertise

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedProactive Problem SolvingCuriosityClient-Focused Mindset

Tools & Technologies

GA4SA360SkaiMeta AdsTikTokDV360Amazon AdsGoogle Ads

Industry Keywords

Search MediaSocial MediaProgrammatic MediaRetail MediaCampaign Optimization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, activate, and optimise paid media campaigns across Search, Social, Programmatic, or Retail Media channels
Manage campaign builds, pacing, troubleshooting, and budget delivery
Track campaign performance and produce clear, actionable reports
Use analytics tools such as GA4, SA360, and Skai to identify insights and growth opportunities
Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated paid media solutions
Support client relationships through communication, insights, and operational excellence
Develop expertise across multiple paid media channels while supporting global brands

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in at least one paid media discipline: Search, Social, Programmatic, or Retail Media
Hands-on experience with paid media platforms such as Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok, DV360, Amazon Ads, or equivalent
Strong analytical skills
Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
Experience managing campaign budgets and monitoring delivery
Excellent communication skills and a client-focused mindset
Proactive and detail-oriented
Comfortable solving problems independently
Curious and data-driven
Eager to learn across multiple channels
Resume in English
Legal right to work and remain in the country and location in which the role is advertised
English proficiency for daily work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Work remotely for up to 60% of your days
Flexible working hours between 8am and 6:30pm
14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers
4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers
£1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers
Growth and professional development opportunities
Ability to tailor your work environment to suit your needs