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PAID SEARCH MARKETING

Smarter search for every budget.

We work the levers of intent and advanced analytics to drive more pipeline and high-LTV customers from traditional and AI search ad campaigns.

Advanced techniques across three performance levers

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They’re always thoughtful, analytical, responsive, and they understand our goals. As a result, we’ve scaled Pilot SEM’s ARR by 3x since we first started, while maintaining our efficiency goals.

 
- Langsi W.
Sr. Growth Marketing Manager, Pilot

Our Results

Consumer Fintech
floatme

177%

increase in app signups

Developer Tools
sentry

94%

increase in Google Ads conversions

Automotive
truecar

9%

more revenue with 8% lower spend

Security Tech
secureframe

12%

increase in pipeline with 12% lower spend

DTC eComm
ZeroWater

149%

increase in purchase volume with Facebook direct response creative strategy

B2C Subscription
sleep reset

325%

ROAS with increased conversion value

Health Tech
trusted

71%

improvement in CPAs while scaling lead volume

Education
Verto Education

109%

increase in applications across Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat

Finance
Haus Lending

6x

increase in qualified lead volume

Solutions

B2B SaaS

B2B SaaS

subscription

Subscription / B2C SaaS

fintech

Fintech

ecomm

eCommerce / DTC

Growth

Product-Led Growth (PLG)

Developer Tools

Developer Tools

Health Tech

Health Tech

Mobile Apps

Mobile App

Awards & Recognition

Search Engine Land Awards 2024 Finalist
2024 Search Engine Land Award Finalist - Best B2B Search Initiative - PPC
Jordan Digital - Best growth marketing-1
2024 Elevation Award Finalist - Best B2B Growth Marketing Program
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2023 Search Engine Land Award Finalist - Best Small Agency - PPC
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2023 Google Workforce Excellence Award Finalist

Trusted Industry Leaders

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Ready to Scale?

Questions About Paid Search?

See what to expect from our Capabilities and Scope

What does JDM's Paid Search marketing service include?

JDM plans, builds, and optimizes paid search campaigns end to end, including account structure, keyword and intent strategy, ad copy and messaging tests, landing page recommendations, and measurement that ties spend to pipeline outcomes.

Which paid search platforms do you manage (Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and more)?

JDM runs paid search in Google Ads and Microsoft/Bing, and also tests search-adjacent intent channels like Reddit and TikTok when they match how your buyers discover solutions.

Do you have experience beyond B2B SaaS, like fintech or developer tools?

Yes. We have rich experience drive efficient growth for clients in fintech, product-led growth, developer tools, health tech, mobile apps, and more.

Questions About Paid Search?

See what to expect from our Strategy and Campaign Execution

How do you structure B2B PPC campaigns to improve lead quality?

JDM uses intent-based campaign structure and aligns campaigns by match type and intent, prioritizing budget around the highest-intent, top-performing keywords while using platform AI to capture incremental demand responsibly. Most importantly for lead qualification, we leverage your first-party data and tools like enhanced conversions and offline conversion tracking to train the search algorithms to find and engage the highest-value users for your brand.

How do you balance Google Ads automation with account control?

JDM leans on automation where it helps (like smart bidding), with strict testing designs and data-driven guardrails in place. We also implement enhanced conversions and offline conversion tracking to train the search algorithms to find and engage high-value users and high-value conversions so the bidding algorithms can't simply find the easiest, least-valuable audiences. We also apply human strategy where it matters most (keywords, audiences, creative, landing pages, and account structure).

How do you improve ad copy and positioning in competitive B2B search results?

JDM uses a proprietary, always-on messaging testing framework to test new themes and identify which value props and proof points attract high-value users, then scales winners and removes what is not converting.

Questions About Paid Search?

See what to expect from our Measurement and Optimization

How do you make paid search drive pipeline and revenue instead of just form fills?

JDM sets up tracking to follow the buyer journey from click to opportunity and revenue, then optimizes campaigns on down-funnel metrics like sales qualified opportunities and closed won, not just CTR or leads.

Do you support offline conversion tracking and first-party data for better bidding?

Yes. JDM uses offline conversion tracking, enhanced conversions, and first-party data to improve bidding signals so the platforms learn what a high-value customer looks like, not just what a lead looks like.

Can you help us show up in AI-driven search experiences like AI Overviews?

Yes. JDM monitors AI-driven placements and tests account structures and content approaches that increase inclusion in newer search experiences, with the goal of protecting high-intent visibility as search evolves.

Questions About Paid Search?

See what to expect from our Differentiation, Results, and Engagement Logistics

How is JDM different from a generic PPC agency?

JDM focuses on three performance levers that generic PPC agencies often skip: advanced data integration (better signals), intent-based campaign structure (better efficiency), and systematic messaging optimization (better conversion quality). We also optimize according to a client's business goals, not out-of-the-box KPIs. We do our best work in focusing budget on the campaigns and initiatives that drive actual business growth.

What kind of results can a paid search management agency like JDM deliver?

Results vary by baseline, but the page highlights outcomes like 94% more Google Ads conversions (developer tools), 12% pipeline growth with 12% lower spend (security tech), and 9% more revenue with 8% lower spend (automotive).

What does onboarding look like for a new Paid Search engagement?

It starts with a detailed account audit, tracking review, and ICP plus funnel mapping, followed by a prioritized test plan focused on quick wins and stronger signal in the first 60 to 90 days.