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Senior Media Specialist

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AKQA

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At AKQA, we blend the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination and deliver impressive returns for our clients. AKQA Johannesburg are looking for a Senior Media Specialist to join our growing team, working a late-shift schedule (2 PM - 10 PM SAST). This senior role is designed to strengthen our global coverage and better align with international client time zones. As a key strategic partner in performance marketing, you’ll support client engagements, lead campaign execution, and ensure seamless delivery across multiple paid media channels.

Job Responsibility:

  • Partner closely with the Media Director to support and grow global client relationships
  • Lead or support client calls scheduled during later South African hours
  • Represent the team in cross-regional meetings with AKQA studios and global clients
  • Develop and oversee end-to-end performance marketing strategies across Google Ads, Meta, Programmatic, and other paid media platforms
  • Lead media planning, forecasting, execution, and optimization of campaigns to deliver measurable results
  • Analyze and report on campaign performance, translating insights into actionable recommendations
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment across creative, media, and strategy
  • Define and track performance KPIs, ensuring ongoing optimization and achievement of client goals

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated success in planning, executing, and optimizing performance marketing campaigns
  • Deep understanding of paid media platforms, bidding strategies, and digital marketing trends
  • Skilled in using analytics tools to evaluate performance and guide strategic decisions
  • Strong project management abilities with proven success in managing cross-functional collaboration
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • able to lead discussions and present strategies confidently
  • Experience working with global clients and accommodating international time zones is a plus

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Job Posted:
December 16, 2025

Work Type:
Hybrid work
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