Freelance Paid Media Manager

At Manifest, our work is fueled by data, ignited by creativity and driven by results. We are a proudly independent, full-service agency represented by diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise, and we have one goal: to deliver breakthrough ideas and brand experiences that drive emotional connections and measurable impact. Let’s chat.

Manifest is hiring a Freelance Paid Media Manager (Paid Search + Meta) for up to 40 hours per week for approximately 8 weeks starting November 2026. This freelance role can be based in any of our four metro areas: Chicago, D.C., NYC, or Phoenix and has the opportunity to convert to full-time.

Requirements

• Must be available up to 40 hours per week, for approximately 8 weeks, starting November 2026.
• 3-5+ years proven track record running performance marketing programs with the focus on Paid Search and Paid Social (Meta), primarily in advertising or marketing agencies.
• Hands-on-keys expertise required
• Expertise with building and managing Paid Search campaigns
• Expertise with planning, launching and optimizing Paid Social (Meta) campaigns
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely articulate the rationale behind the methodology that goes into performance media strategy.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and ability to maintain key department metrics.

Manifest is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Manifest recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnicity, national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other protected groups covered by federal, state or local laws.