SEM Management

Need an SEM freelancer who will run your search ads carefully and keep your spend under control? I build and manage campaigns that reach the right people, cut waste, and drive results you can actually track, so you can grow without guessing where the budget went.

SEM Audit for existing accounts

Share of Voice

If your ads aren’t getting traction, it’s often because you’re competing in the same space as everyone else, without a precise angle. You can burn time and budget while missing the searches that matter most.

As your SEM freelancer, I look at what’s happening in your market, where competitors are winning, and where your account is leaving opportunities on the table. The goal is simple: improve visibility for the right queries, increase qualified traffic, and raise return on ad spend over time.

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Keyword & placement audit

SEM can feel like paying for clicks that go nowhere. A common reason is targeting: wrong keywords, loose match types, or placements that bring low-quality traffic, excruciating for small and mid-sized budgets.

As your SEM freelancer, I review your keyword list, search terms, match types, and placements (when relevant). Then I tighten targeting, remove distractions, and align the account with what your customers actually search for—so your spend goes to real opportunities, not noise.

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Budget audit

Many businesses don’t have a budget problem; they have a budget allocation problem. Money gets spread across the wrong campaigns, bids aren’t aligned with priorities, and performance gets harder to predict each month.

As your SEM freelancer, I break down where the money is going, what’s working, what’s not, and how to rebalance spend. This isn’t just about “spending less.” It’s about putting a budget behind the areas that can realistically produce leads or sales.

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SEM campaign build

Strategy development

Running ads without a plan is like driving with no destination. You might move, but you won’t know if you’re getting closer to the outcome you want.

As your SEM freelancer, I create a clear roadmap: goals, targeting approach, campaign structure, measurement, and priorities. We define practical SMART objectives, identify quick wins, and set up a strategy that’s built to improve month after month, not just launch and hope.

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Keyword & placement research

Skipping research is one of the fastest ways to end up with irrelevant clicks and weak results. The right keywords (and the right places for ads to show, when applicable) are the foundation of performance.

As your SEM freelancer, I use proven tools and hands-on experience to find high-intent keywords, uncover gaps, and build a targeting plan that matches how people actually search. The goal is better traffic, stronger engagement, and more conversions at a sustainable cost.

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Ad copy

Even with great targeting, bland ads don’t get clicks. And if the clicks you do get don’t convert, you’re paying for attention, not results.

As your SEM freelancer, I write ad copy that’s clear, relevant, and high-performing. I focus on what makes you different, match the message to search intent, and test variations to improve CTR and conversion rate steadily.

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SEM management & optimizations

Ongoing negative keywords

A big part of winning in SEM is knowing what to exclude. Without negative keywords, ads can show for searches that don’t match your offer, wasting budget and reducing performance.

As your SEM freelancer, I continuously review search terms, add negatives, and refine targeting so your ads show more often for the right searches, and less usually for everything else.

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Ongoing negative placements

If your ads are showing in the wrong places, results suffer quickly. Visibility is only valuable when it’s in front of the right audience.

I monitor placements (when relevant to your campaign types), block low-quality inventory, and keep your ads focused where they have the best chance to convert, so spend stays efficient.

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Budget management

Every dollar needs a job. If bids, budgets, and priorities aren’t managed actively, you can end up feeding the wrong campaigns while your best opportunities run out of fuel.

As your SEM freelancer, I track performance closely, adjust bids and budgets based on real data, and focus spend on what’s most likely to drive outcomes rather than vanity metrics.

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Ongoing Google Ads reporting & communication

Dashboard & report setup

If reporting is confusing, it’s hard to make good decisions. You shouldn’t need to decode spreadsheets to understand your account.

As your SEM freelancer, I set up dashboards and reports that are easy to read and actually useful. You’ll see performance clearly, spot trends early, and know what we’re improving and why.

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Ongoing reporting

If reporting is confusing, it’s hard to make good decisions. You shouldn’t need to decode spreadsheets to understand your account.

As your SEM freelancer, I set up dashboards and reports that are easy to read and actually useful. You’ll see performance clearly, spot trends early, and know what we’re improving and why.

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Recurring communication & updates

Good SEM work is collaborative. I keep communication steady with weekly check-ins, monthly reviews, or quick updates when something essential shifts, so we stay aligned and move fast when needed.

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Google Ads Testimonials

From the moment we met, Jorge gave a strong sense of trust. I learned a lot, felt always supported. He helped my business jump in sales in only a few months. Top-notch customer service, expertise, generosity, warmth and speed are some words that come to mind when I think of him.
Bianca Saia
Divan bleu
The SEO/SEM work that Jorge did for us over several years was highly valuable. It helped us organize, analyze, and implement strategies that helped our organization reach more people and carry out our mission.
Michele Christle
Sustainable Harvest International
Jorge helped us when we first built our website, suggesting better SEO practices and, later, assisted us in building a strategy for search engines. We were able to save some money and finally saw results in our search engine media campaigns.
Carlos Frederico
Tee Talent Apparel Inc.
I have had the pleasure of working with Jorge Rodrigo Martins on improving the visibility of our clinic's website and I highly recommend him. Jorge is knowledgeable, strategic, and proactive. He took the time to understand our needs and implemented thoughtful solutions that helped improve our online visibility. Jorge is professional and responsive. I would recommend Jorge to anyone looking for a skilled and reliable SEM specialist.
Luisa Cameli
Emotional Health CBT Clinic

Google Ads Freelancer FAQ

What services do you provide as an SEM freelancer?

I provide end-to-end SEM support: campaign setup, keyword research, ad writing, conversion tracking, ongoing optimization, and reporting. Whether you’re launching from scratch or improving an existing account, the work is tailored to your goals and budget.

How much experience do you have with SEM?

I’ve been managing search ad accounts since 2011, with experience across agency and freelance work. I’ve supported businesses of all sizes and across different industries, focused on improving ROI and hitting clear growth targets. I also have experience across platforms beyond Google (depending on your needs).

Are you Google Ads certified?

Yes, I’m Google Ads certified. I stay current with the latest best practices and platform updates to ensure campaigns are optimized in line with current standards. Certification backs up my hands-on experience with a solid foundation in platform knowledge. You can find my certifications on the Certifications page.

Do you have case studies or past results you can share?

Yes, I’ve worked with various clients across different industries and documented some of the results in detailed case studies. You can view them on the Case Studies page to get a sense of the strategies I’ve used and the outcomes delivered. If you’re looking for something specific, please don’t hesitate to reach out, and I’ll be happy to share relevant examples.

Will I retain full access to my Google Ads account?

Yes. Your Google Ads account is owned by you from day one. I’m added as a user to manage and optimize your campaigns, but you always remain the complete owner. You’ll use your credit card to bill directly with Google, and you can see all activity, changes, and performance metrics whenever you like. If you don’t have an account, I can help set one up under your ownership.

What are your rates for SEM management?

I charge by the hour, and rates vary depending on whether you’re a direct brand or an agency outsourcing work. Each type of client has different needs and pricing structures. Please check my Pricing page or contact me to discuss your project for the most accurate and up-to-date rates.

 

What payment methods do you accept?

The first payment is preferred by credit card and processed through a secure customer portal. After that, you can continue paying by credit card or bank transfer if needed. In the portal, you can manage your subscription, update card details, download receipts, and even add your accountant or accounts payable contact for billing access. You can also cancel anytime.
Subscriptions run on a 30-day cycle and remain active until the end of the billing period. After confirming your subscription, email me if you’d like to be billed in a currency other than CAD. Supported currencies include AUD, BRL, EUR, GBP, USD, and ZAR.

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