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SEM Experimentation Lead

Remote - United States
About Us:
Live experiences help people cross today’s digital divide and focus on what truly connects us – the here, the now, this once-in-a-lifetime moment that’s bringing us together. To fulfill Gametime’s mission of uniting the world through shared experiences, we make it easy for people to discover and access the live experiences that matter most.
 
With platforms on iOS, Android, mobile web and desktop supporting more than 60,000 events across the US and Canada, we are reimagining the event ticket industry in order to move at the speed of life.

The Role

The SEM Experimentation Lead will own the experimentation strategy for Gametime’s paid search program, driving structured testing, performance insights, and strategic innovations in partnership with Google and internal teams. This role will design and implement experiments that shape SEM strategy, improve campaign efficiency, and deliver measurable ROI.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role at the intersection of SEM, analytics, and marketing technology. You’ll partner with data science, engineering, and creative to ensure our SEM program stays ahead of platform changes, privacy shifts, and performance expectations—while helping fans discover live events they love.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive SEM experimentation roadmap across bidding strategies, ad formats, audiences, and campaign architecture.
  • Design statistically sound experiments, define KPIs, and establish measurement frameworks to ensure results are valid and actionable.
  • Analyze test results independently and in collaboration with data science and analytics teams to extract insights and shape SEM strategy.
  • Manage the relationship with Google to access and pilot betas, participate in platform innovation, and bring forward new tools and features.
  • Architect scalable and efficient SEM account structures, including automation strategies and advanced segmentation.
  • Collaborate with Data Engineering and Analytics to enhance internal SEM tools, dashboards, and reporting pipelines.
  • Partner with Growth and Creative teams to test messaging, landing pages, and audience strategies that improve conversion and engagement.
  • Communicate learnings across the organization, operationalizing successful tests and aligning SEM plans with business priorities.
  • Stay current on SEM trends, privacy changes, and competitive shifts to ensure Gametime remains at the forefront of paid search innovation.

 

Key Competencies

  • Deep knowledge of SEM platforms, especially Google Ads, with a strategic mindset for scale and efficiency.
  • Strong understanding of experimentation methodologies, statistical rigor, and testing frameworks.
  • Analytical fluency; able to work with SQL and large datasets to derive insights and inform decision-making.
  • Cross-functional leadership; able to drive collaboration across marketing, analytics, data engineering, and product teams.
  • Excellent project management and communication skills; able to translate complex data into clear business recommendations.
  • A builder’s mindset—self-directed, curious, and excited to scale what works while testing what’s next.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of hands-on experience managing and scaling large SEM programs, ideally in fast-paced, mobile-first or e-commerce environments.
  • Proven track record designing and running structured experiments that drive measurable performance improvements.
  • Deep familiarity with Google Ads, bid automation, audience segmentation, and campaign optimization.
  • Strong comfort with data—able to independently run analysis or partner closely with technical teams.
  • Experience working with data scientists, engineers, or statisticians on marketing or experimentation initiatives.
  • Ability to translate test results into strategic actions that scale across campaigns and teams.
  • Passion for growth marketing, continuous learning, and helping fans connect with live experiences.

Nice to Haves

  • Experience with app-based SEM strategies and SKAN measurement.
  • Knowledge of attribution modeling, incrementality testing, or MMM.
  • Background in marketplaces, travel, ticketing, or similarly dynamic, performance-driven industries.

Why Gametime

At Gametime, SEM isn’t just a channel—it’s a growth engine. This role is your opportunity to lead experimentation at scale, shape strategy for a major acquisition lever, and work closely with Google on cutting-edge innovation. You'll drive performance that impacts how millions of fans discover live events, while being part of a collaborative, data-driven, and mission-aligned team.

 

What We Can Offer:

  • Flexible PTO
  • Competitive salary & equity package
  • Monthly Gametime credits for any event ($1,200/yr)
  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Diverse Family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
  • 401k, HSA, pre-tax savings programs
  • Company offsites and meet-ups
  • Wellness programs
  • Tenure recognition

At Gametime pay ranges are subject to change and assigned to a job based on specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget.

United States - Pay Range

$142,800 - $168,000 USD

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