Performance Marketing Specialist (Google Ads)

Company: REFUGE Marketing & Consulting

Remote (Global) — Independent Contractor, Part-Time to Start, with Room to Grow
About Us
Established in 2009, REFUGE Marketing & Consulting is a full-service digital marketing agency dedicated to delivering measurable results for our clients, based in Houston, Texas, with a team of 100% virtual marketing specialists working with clients across the country. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the strong, lasting relationships we build with our clients. Whether we're working with you on a singular project or a monthly retainer, we make marketing your company our priority. As a family-run, woman-owned, and LGBTBE-certified business, we will always prioritize a company culture of inclusion, acceptance, and trust.
About the Role
We're looking for a Performance Marketing Specialist to manage and optimize Google Ads campaigns for a portfolio of 3-5 clients. You'll own the day-to-day performance of your accounts, including building strategy, executing optimizations, and using AI tools to work smarter and drive better results.
This is an independent contractor position (not an employee role), paid hourly based on experience. If you're a strong fit, there's real room to grow with us as REFUGE expands, including more hours, more clients, and more responsibility over time.
About You
* Extensive hands-on experience with Google Ads; you know your way around Search, Performance Max, Shopping, and Display campaigns without needing hand-holding
* Comfortable using AI tools for campaign research, optimization, ad copy, and reporting; this isn't optional, it's part of how we work
* Experience with Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Ads and/or LinkedIn Ads is a strong bonus; highlight this in your application, as it opens up more hours and more client work
* Data-driven and detail-oriented, with the judgment to know when to test something new versus stick with what's working
* Strong written communication skills; you'll be documenting strategy and communicating with the team regularly
* Able to work independently while staying closely connected with a collaborative, remote team
* Available to work hours that overlap with US business hours
Your Responsibilities
* Manage and optimize Google Ads accounts for 3-5 clients, performing regular reviews and adjustments
* Build and execute campaign strategies based on performance data and client goals
* Use AI-powered tools to speed up research, testing, copywriting, and reporting workflows
* Monitor account health and proactively flag opportunities or issues before they become problems
* Communicate campaign performance and strategy clearly to the internal team
* Stay current on Google Ads updates, AI-driven ad tools, and broader digital marketing trends
* Collaborate with the creative team on ad copy and creative that converts
The Details
* Engagement type: Independent contractor / subcontractor (this is not an employee position. You'll be responsible for your own taxes, benefits, and work equipment)
* Hours: Part-time to start, roughly 10-20 hours per week, with availability overlapping US business hours
* Pay: $8-$18/hour USD, based on experience level. Demonstrated Meta and/or LinkedIn Ads experience can increase opportunities for more hours.
* Location: Fully remote, open to candidates globally
* Growth: This role has strong potential to expand in hours and scope as you prove yourself and as REFUGE grows
How to Apply:
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, along with a note on your Google Ads experience (and Meta/LinkedIn if applicable), to admin@refugemarketing.com or fill out this application form: https://forms.gle/uZhW5ycUnr7Pp1wL8
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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