Senior Manager, Paid Search

AXS connects fans with the artists and teams they love. Each year we sell millions of tickets to thousands of incredible events – from concerts and festivals to sports and theater – at some of the most iconic venues in the world. Since our founding in 2011, we’ve consistently pushed the industry forward and improved experiences for fans, making it easier than ever to discover events, find the perfect seats, and enjoy unforgettable live entertainment, and we continue to lead the evolution of our industry today.

We’re passionate about improving the fan experience and providing game-changing solutions for our clients, and we’re always looking for smart, motivated people to help make it happen. Bring your enthusiasm, your big ideas, and your desire to team up with some of the best and brightest in technology and entertainment.

AXS is seeking a Senior Manager, Paid Search, to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. This role will manage a $2-5M annual search budget across thousands of campaigns, utilizing your expertise in Google Ads, Search Ads 360, and advanced bid/keyword management strategies. Reporting to the Director of Paid Marketing, you will be key in driving daily optimizations and strategic initiatives to maximize ROI and scale our digital marketing efforts, specifically in paid search.

• Manage real-time bid strategies to achieve target CPC and ROI across campaigns.
• Apply a mix of automated rules and manual adjustments to maintain budget alignment and performance goals.
• Analyze keyword performance and continuously refine ad copy to improve CTR and conversion rates.
• Test messaging variations and identify new optimization opportunities.
• Lead campaign setup and launch efforts, ensuring alignment with targeting strategies, device optimization, ad extensions, and scheduling parameters.
• Develop templates and repeatable processes for large-scale campaign deployments.
• Collaborate with Mar Tech to implement automation and improve speed to launch.
• Monitor performance KPIs, adjust campaign strategy based on insights, and regularly assess campaign health.
• Build and refine performance dashboards to surface real-time campaign insights and inform strategic decisions.
• Prepare campaign reports highlighting key trends, wins, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and manage A/B testing plans to optimize ad copy, bidding strategies, and keyword targeting across high-volume campaigns.
• Partner with the Director of Paid Marketing to align operational efforts with broader marketing objectives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Stay current on paid search trends and best practices, incorporating new tactics to enhance overall campaign performance.

• BA/BS Degree (4-year) in Marketing, Economics, Math, Finance, or related fields
• 4- 6 years of hands-on paid search marketing experience, managing annual budgets exceeding $2M, with ultimate accountability for measurable ROI.
• Proven track record of quickly diagnosing performance issues and adjusting tactics in real time.
• Extensive experience developing, optimizing, analyzing, and reporting on paid campaigns across brand and performance objectives.
• Advanced understanding of paid search fundamentals including bidding strategies, keyword targeting, and ad copy optimization.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets, draw actionable insights, and develop performance dashboards.
• Proficiency in tracking key metrics and making data-driven optimization decisions.
• Proficiency in leveraging automation tools and Mar Tech solutions to streamline campaign setup, optimization, and reporting.
• Meticulous approach to setting up campaigns, managing budgets, and ensuring consistent campaign performance.
• Understanding of media planning principles and core marketing concepts.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in handling thousands of simultaneous campaigns at scale.
• Advanced proficiency with Google Ads and Search Ads 360. Proficiency with web analytics/BI tools such as Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics and Looker. SQL proficiency a plus.
• Proven…