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Hard working, always available on Skype, Phone or email, 15 years SEO/SEM experience, working for online/offline ad agencies and direct with clients from USA and Canada.
As a PPC Specialist I am responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing pay-per-click (PPC) campaigns across various platforms, including Google Ads and Microsoft Ads which are driving targeted traffic to the client website and increasing conversion rates while maintaining a high return on investment (ROI). I have a solid background in digital marketing and proven track records of successful PPC campaign management.
My Key Responsibilities:
Campaign Planning and Management: Develop and manage comprehensive PPC campaigns that align with our company’s branding and marketing goals.
Budget Optimization: Allocate and optimize ad spending to achieve maximum ROI, adjusting strategies based on campaign performance and market trends.
Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze PPC campaigns using analytics tools to ensure campaigns are reaching their target audience and meeting KPIs.
Market Research: Conduct thorough market research and competitor analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and make informed decisions.
My Skills:
Platform Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Ad management systems (for ex. Adroll)
Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions to optimize campaign performance.
Experience with E-commerce: Expert knowledge in managing PPC campaigns for shopping, optimization Google merchant feeds, setting up tracking codes for Shopify and other shopping platforms.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to clearly convey campaign changes and results to team members and stakeholders.
Available almost 24/7
Detail oriented
Work as a freelancer only
Keeping up-to-date in SEM and e-commerce
PPC Campaign Setup & Management
Bing Ads
Search Engine Marketing
Google Ads
Google Analytics
Retargeting
Google Tag Manager
Google Shopping
Campaign Reporting
SEO Keyword Research
Facebook
Looker Studio
Pay Per Click Advertising
Google Actions
Search Engine Optimization
Doug J.
Mississauga, Canada
$100/hr
5.0
153 jobs
Owned and operated a successful digital agency for over a decade: clients included Fortune 500 companies and a start up that sold for $90 million. Former Director of Marketing for an ecommerce company: top and bottom line responsibility for all online marketing activities. Managed hundreds of successful digital campaigns: Pay Per Click, retargeting, display, analytics, Conversion Rate Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, email marketing, database, marketing automation, video marketing and content marketing. Google AdWords certified and has successfully used numerous digital advertising services – and software tools - to increase sales, generate incremental revenue and lower CPA: Bing, Facebook, LinkedIn, Outbrain, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Salesforce, Excel and Screaming Frog.
I have a methodology that I consistently apply, because it is proven successful. I run as many small experiments as possible given the budget, and aggressively turn successful experiments into profitable campaigns. With the right analytics in place, we can prove to management that our new campaigns are generating incremental profits. By reinvesting a portion of those profits in new experiments, my clients and I are able to continuously optimize our digital marketing. For one client, this process lead to a 400% increases in conversions, for another a 51% reduction in cost per order. I’ve also helped clients achieve a 300% Return on Investment, beat the control by 67%, increase sales 41.66% vs. prior year, measurably shorten the sales cycle and increase market share by 150%.
Google Analytics
Google Ads
Search Engine Optimization
Marketing Automation
Search Engine Marketing
Marketing Strategy
Email Marketing
Marketing Analytics
Marketing Strategy Report
Marketing Consulting
Conversion Rate Optimization
Google Tag Manager
Display Ad
Pano G.
Toronto, Canada
$20/hr
4.8
4 jobs
Google Ads That Drive Revenue — Not Just Clicks
I help businesses grow with custom-built, high-performance PPC strategies focused on maximizing ROI, cutting waste, and delivering real results.
✅ $100k+ Monthly Ad Spend Managed
✅ Advanced AI Optimization
✅ Looker Studio Reporting Included
✅ Free Audit or Trial Available
📊 Services
Google Ads (Search, YouTube, Display & Performance Max)
Facebook, LinkedIn, Bing, Tik Tok Ads
Google Analytics (GA4), Tag Manager
WordPress & Landing Page Experience
🔧 Industries I Serve
Lead Gen – Home Services, Medical, Insurance, Education, Therapy Services
SaaS / Tech – CRM, ERP, Hosting, Marketing, Logistics
Agencies – I also help digital agencies improve performance for their clients
📅 Book a Free Strategy Call
Let’s talk about how I can improve your ad performance and help you hit your growth targets
➡️ Send a message to get started
Google Analytics
Google Ads
Facebook Ads Manager
Digital Marketing
Pay Per Click Advertising
Marketing Strategy
Digital Strategy
Google Ads Account Management
Lead Generation
Jarek R.
Toronto, Canada
$150/hr
5.0
102 jobs
I hold all Google Ads (formerly 'AdWords') certifications and am a certified Google Ads Partner. I've achieved the 'Top Rated+' and 'Expert Vetted' badges from UpWork (visible to Enterprise and Business clients only). The 'Expert Vetted' badge is available by invitation only to the top 1% of freelancers on Upwork and requires a rigorous screening process (see portfolio section below for more details).
I’ve been in marketing for over 15 years and have experience working at companies big and small, including directly at Google’s Toronto office. I’m very passionate about search engine marketing (SEM/PPC) and my areas of focus are Google Ads & Bing.
I spend my clients’ budget as if it were my own and I won't settle until a solution to a problem is found. With scalability and growth always on my mind, I constantly stay on top of the latest trends, tools, and best practices to ensure you get the best possible ROI.
I truly believe that the key to a successful business in this area is wowing customers, which I strive to do at every opportunity. To that end, I consider myself very proactive and work hard to earn your trust. Plus, I’m always available to chat and answer any questions you might have.
I offer a free initial consultation to prove myself and my expertise. I hope you take me up on it so I can show you exactly how I can maximize your results.
Pay Per Click Services: Consultation, Strategy, Account Setup, Account Review/Audit, Monthly Account Optimization & Management, Conversion Tracking, Monthly Reporting.
YouTube Marketing
Google Ads
Google Shopping
Google Analytics
Google Tag Manager
Text Ad
Mobile Advertising
Display Ad
PPC Campaign Setup & Management
Campaign Reporting
Search Engine Marketing
Google Search
Pay Per Click Advertising
Internet Marketing
Bronson L.
Toronto, Canada
$59/hr
4.7
384 jobs
Profitable ad spend starts with reliable, actionable data. I create high-performing Google Ads campaigns driven by clear analytics, so we can cut waste and scale what works.
Want campaigns that deliver measurable ROAS? Message me now and let’s map out your winning strategy.
We'll work together to create a plan to avoid burning marketing dollars on under-performing campaigns and start generating profitable returns from your digital ads now!
My digital advertising campaigns have helped my clients generate 10x Return On Ad Spend (ROAS) from search, social, and display.
I'm a full-stack digital marketing specialist with over 15 years of experience in Google Ads, Facebook Ads, SEO, conversion rate optimization, copywriting, and analytics.
✅ Full-Stack Digital Marketing Specialist
✅ 15+ Years Digital Marketing Experience
✅ Top-Rated UpWork Freelancer
✅ 100+ Projects Successfully Completed
I've worked at a number of very successful digital marketing agencies for several years before striking out on my own as a freelancer.
I've helped local businesses to generate leads and inbound calls. I've helped ecommerce stores sell online. I've helped SaaS businesses to generate leads, subscribers, and app installs.
I've managed campaigns from a few hundred dollars per month to six figures per month in ad spend.
I keep all my certifications up to date every year to stay on top of the rapid changes in the digital advertising world. I'm certified in Google Analytics, Google Ads Search, Display, Shopping, Social Media Advertising, and more.
After managing hundreds of campaigns and going through numerous training programs, I've developed an arsenal of tools, strategies, blueprints, and templates, that are ready to deploy in your business.
I create measured and calculated campaigns optimized with a laser focus on delivering RETURN ON AD SPEND.
Don't spend any more time struggling to get your digital marketing and advertising campaigns profitable.
Leverage my skills and experience to give your campaigns a solid foundation for success from the start. Allow me go to work for you to generate revenue for your business at a positive return on marketing investment.
I'll handle it all from a to z, including:
☑️ Campaign Setup: Proper account structure, campaign structure, ad groups, and ads.
☑️ Keyword Research: Choosing the right keywords to reach your ideal customers online.
☑️ Conversion Tracking: Track leads, calls, and purchases to know which campaigns are generating customers, down to the exact ad.
☑️ Landing Pages: Build new landing pages or optimize your existing pages.
☑️ Conversion Rate Optimization: Ensure your campaigns and landing pages contain the right elements to attract buyers and compel them to take action.
☑️ Bidding Management & Optimization: Reach your customers where they are online but don't overpay.
☑️ Day-Parting and Time-Parting: Make sure your ads show up at the times when people are converting into leads and customers, not just browsing.
☑️ Quality Score Optimization: A higher quality score can place your ad above your competitor at a lower cost.
☑️ Ad Copywriting: Ads that compel customers to click your ad versus your competitors.
☑️ Ad Split-Testing: Continually testing and optimizing ads to improve performance.
☑️ Remarketing: Follow your customers around the web until they buy.
☑️ Reporting: Weekly and monthly performance reports showing you how your campaigns are performing.
Are you ready to make digital marketing work for YOUR business?
Hit that invite button and let's chat!
Google Ads
PPC Campaign Setup & Management
Facebook Ads Manager
Facebook Advertising
Pay Per Click Advertising
Bing Ads
Facebook Ad Campaign
Google Ads Account Setup
Google Ads Account Management
Google Ads Audit
Google Analytics
Google Analytics 4
Google Tag Manager
Microsoft Ads
Campaign Optimization
Paul L.
Richmond, Canada
$69/hr
5.0
137 jobs
ACTION SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS
5 Stars Reputation On UpWork, 100% Job Success & Top Rated
I help service-based businesses get more customers using Google Adwords & Facebook Ads. To be honest, you don't really care about how many leads you get but how many customers you can get. If so, we should talk.
I am more than just a technical PPC specialist, I am a lead generation expert. I mastered the art of client acquisition for service-based businesses. That is why I consistently beat other PPC expert in generating 2x more profit without 2x your budget.
Chances are, I am currently working with someone in the same industry as you, and I can have your phone ringing and your email inbox bombarded with high-quality leads. I will also help you turn those leads into clients FAST.
You will get a predictable, consistent lead generation marketing campaign that generates you more leads & more sales on demand
P.S I select whom I work with very carefully. That is why I have a 5-stars recommendation on UpWork and Linkedin. My promise to you: I am as real as it gets, and I won't work with you unless I am 90% sure that I can help you get more customers.
Paul Lean is AdWords Certified by Google, and he is also an official Google Partner.
PPC Services:
-AdWords Account Setup
-AdWords Account Audit
-Monthly AdWords Account Optimization & Management
-AB Testing On Ads
-Landing Page Design & Development
-Landing Page Optimization
-Adwords Strategy & Consultation
-Whitelabel Google Adwords/PPC
-Google Tag Manager
-Lead Generation
-Internet Marketing
-Marketing Strategy
-Google Ads manager
-Campaign Management
-Campaign Optimization
Google Ads
Google Analytics
Search Engine Marketing
Bing Ads
Pay Per Click Advertising
Landing Page
PPC Campaign Setup & Management
Microsoft Ads
Google Ad Manager
Internet Marketing
Google Ads Account Management
Campaign Management
Digital Marketing Strategy
Campaign Optimization
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