Jacob Spikes
About Jacob Spikes
Jacob Spikes is a Paid Media Supervisor at Cardinal Digital Marketing with over a decade of experience in paid digital media. He has previously held roles at Watauga Group, Bigeye, and Appleton Creative, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Communication from the University of Central Florida.
Current Role at Cardinal Digital Marketing
Jacob Spikes serves as a Paid Media Supervisor at Cardinal Digital Marketing since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing paid media campaigns, optimizing strategies, and ensuring effective execution of digital marketing initiatives. His expertise in paid digital media spans over a decade, allowing him to leverage data-driven insights to enhance campaign performance.
Previous Experience in Digital Marketing
Prior to his current position, Jacob Spikes worked at Watauga Group as a Senior Digital Marketing Manager from 2021 to 2023. He also held the role of Digital Marketing Manager at Bigeye from 2019 to 2021. His earlier experience includes a four-year tenure at Appleton Creative, where he managed digital marketing efforts from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, he worked as a Digital Media Supervisor at Watauga Group for 10 months in 2022.
Educational Background
Jacob Spikes earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Human Communication from the University of Central Florida, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in communication principles, which he applies in his marketing roles.
Internship and Early Career
Jacob began his career as a Marketing Intern at Central Florida Community Arts, where he worked for one year from 2013 to 2014. He also gained experience as a Freelance Social Media & Digital Marketing Manager from 2014 to 2015. His early roles helped him develop essential skills in digital marketing and social media management.
Personal Interests and Values
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jacob Spikes enjoys reading, particularly immersing himself in books. He finds joy in trail running and values the importance of family, particularly in witnessing the growth of his children. He believes in adapting to the evolving landscape of digital media and is driven by a passion for helping others find tailored solutions.