Online Communications Specialist

We are passionate about education and student success. We’re hiring to help bring that belief to life through thoughtful execution, partnership, and a strong commitment to the people we serve.

Job Title:

Paid Media Coordinator
Location:

Remote, California or New Mexico
Reports to

:

Director of Marketing
Employment Type:

Full-Time
California Institute of Applied Technology (CIAT) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paid Media Coordinator to join our marketing team. This position is essential for supporting the strategy, execution, and optimization of paid media campaigns across various platforms, including search, social, and display. This role will also analyze performance data and report on results to achieve marketing goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital advertising, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to drive performance through ongoing optimization.
Conduct daily monitoring of campaign performance to ensure optimal results and make data-driven adjustments as necessary. Monitor performance for each campaign by measuring lead volume, CPL (cost per lead), lead to start conversion rates, and CPS (cost per start). Provide ongoing actionable insights into campaign performance
Collaborate with media buyers and lead generation partners to identify campaign optimization opportunities; execute optimization strategies to improve campaign performance
Collaborate with in-house and third-party creative teams to develop compelling static and video assets, share ad performance results, and oversee an ongoing optimization testing schedule
Deploy and analyze A/B testing campaigns to drive improvements with creative design, messaging, landing page conversions, ad placements, click-through rates, and campaign ROI
Prepare and present daily, weekly and monthly performance reports, highlighting key metrics, insights, and recommendations for improvement
Collaborate with CIAT departments to ensure messaging, ads, and campaign placements support enrollment goals, financial targets, and audience segmentation
Assist with tracking paid media budgets and campaign budget allocation per channel or lead partner
Conduct ongoing competitive research to support the development of new programs, program changes, and policy changes to improve enrollment rates
Adhere to CIAT’s compliance requirements to ensure all Federal, State, accreditation, and institutional policies and procedures are being met
Follow communication guidelines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism
Bachelors degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field preferred
Minimum three years of experience in digital marketing or advertising
Familiarity with Google Ads and Meta advertising platforms required; experience with LinkedIn and YouTube ads is preferred
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable recommendations
Exceptional and consistent attention to detail, with the ability to multitask effectively Proficiency in student information systems is preferred
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others
dedicated to quality, quantity, results and timeliness
Proficient skills in MS Office software products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project and ability to learn additional software products
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture
Flexible to work longer hours to meet deadlines, if needed
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.
Values such as integrity, excellence, customer service, teamwork, and mutual respect are some of those that remain constant, regardless of changes in our company. We believe in and encourage

innovation

at our school to better help our students succeed.
We have a

customer-centric

focus, and we want people highly committed to achieving goals, where our success equals student success.
We commit to fostering an

inclusive

and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students’ backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
This is a remote position. Company authorization is necessary for relocation or work from other locations, even if temporarily.
Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions described.

Ability to type, use a computer to search for information and input information while speaking on the phone is required.
The employee will often be required to use the computer, mouse, and telephone to conduct this roles regular tasks.
While performing the responsibilities of this remote position, the job holder will work in a home office environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the jobs essential functions. This role routinely involves using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual communication tools. Employees are expected to ensure that their home office is a safe and ergonomic working environment.
Employees must maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with company policies and use secure connections for all work-related activities. The company is not responsible for maintaining home office environments beyond the provision of reasonable accommodation and necessary work-related equipment. Workers compensation and liability for injuries that occur in the home office will be covered as per company policy and applicable laws.
This remote work policy is designed to comply with all relevant local, state, and federal laws.
California Institute of Arts & Technology provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the California Institute of Arts & Technology complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
California Institute of Arts & Technology expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of California Institute of Arts & Technology’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
If this role speaks to you and you believe you could thrive here, we welcome your application.