Senior Paid Media Strategist | PPC & Performance Marketing Expert | Google Ads, Meta Ads & Digital Advertising Strategy | Driving ROI & Growth I’m a freelance PPC and paid media specialist with over seven years of experience managing Google Ads, Meta Ads, and multi-channel acquisition strategies for brands across e-commerce, and service businesses. My approach blends rigorous data analysis, conversion-focused optimization, and clear storytelling that helps clients understand not just what’s happening, but why it matters. I’ve built and scaled campaigns from the ground up, implemented custom tracking infrastructure in Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics, and delivered measurable improvements in ROAS, CPL, and customer lifetime value. Beyond channel execution, I operate as a strategic partner. Helping founders, CMOs, and agencies diagnose growth bottlenecks, consolidate insights across platforms, and turn performance data into actionable roadmaps. Whether auditing an underperforming account, crafting full-funnel strategies, or standing up robust reporting in Looker Studio, I focus on efficient growth, clean communication, and operational excellence. My work centers on creating scalable systems, improving decision-making, and helping brands grow with clarity and confidence.

Dylan Dahlquist

Senior Paid Media Strategist | PPC & Performance Marketing Expert | Google Ads, Meta Ads & Digital Advertising Strategy | Driving ROI & Growth I’m a freelance PPC and paid media specialist with over seven years of experience managing Google Ads, Meta Ads, and multi-channel acquisition strategies for brands across e-commerce, and service businesses. My approach blends rigorous data analysis, conversion-focused optimization, and clear storytelling that helps clients understand not just what’s happening, but why it matters. I’ve built and scaled campaigns from the ground up, implemented custom tracking infrastructure in Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics, and delivered measurable improvements in ROAS, CPL, and customer lifetime value. Beyond channel execution, I operate as a strategic partner. Helping founders, CMOs, and agencies diagnose growth bottlenecks, consolidate insights across platforms, and turn performance data into actionable roadmaps. Whether auditing an underperforming account, crafting full-funnel strategies, or standing up robust reporting in Looker Studio, I focus on efficient growth, clean communication, and operational excellence. My work centers on creating scalable systems, improving decision-making, and helping brands grow with clarity and confidence.

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Senior Paid Media Strategist | PPC & Performance Marketing Expert | Google Ads, Meta Ads & Digital Advertising Strategy | Driving ROI & Growth

I’m a freelance PPC and paid media specialist with over seven years of experience managing Google Ads, Meta Ads, and multi-channel acquisition strategies for brands across e-commerce, and service businesses. My approach blends rigorous data analysis, conversion-focused optimization, and clear storytelling that helps clients understand not just what’s happening, but why it matters. I’ve built and scaled campaigns from the ground up, implemented custom tracking infrastructure in Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics, and delivered measurable improvements in ROAS, CPL, and customer lifetime value.

Beyond channel execution, I operate as a strategic partner. Helping founders, CMOs, and agencies diagnose growth bottlenecks, consolidate insights across platforms, and turn performance data into actionable roadmaps. Whether auditing an underperforming account, crafting full-funnel strategies, or standing up robust reporting in Looker Studio, I focus on efficient growth, clean communication, and operational excellence. My work centers on creating scalable systems, improving decision-making, and helping brands grow with clarity and confidence.

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Work Experience

Digital Strategist at Ernst Media
November 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Remote taking headaches away by management of business's paid media strategy. Guiding the agency's client onboarding when to implement strategic changes and direct creative choices for PPC networks. As well as facilitating the sales of agency services. Client relationship management and high-level communication. Interpersonal skills to communicate across skill gaps.
Account Director at RankPay
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
PPC campaign management and optimization for agency clients. Google Ads, Meta Ads and Bing Ads management. Client relationship management and project management coordination with agency team members.
Freelancer / Digital Marketing Consultant at Self-Employed
January 1, 2017 - November 17, 2025
Cutting through the confusion of a business's online identity. Leveraging paid media to strategically and professionally boost a business's online presence all while showing a positive ROI.

Education

BS at University of California, Merced
August 1, 2011 - June 1, 2016

Qualifications

Google Ads Certification
January 1, 2017 - November 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services