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case study

CodeSignal's Google Ads Success

284% Increase in Qualified Leads and 46% CPL Decrease

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Teaming up with Llama Lead Gen, CodeSignal embarked on an ambitious Google Ads campaign with the goal of redefining their digital marketing presence in the competitive landscape of software engineering talent assessment and recruitment.

 

The focus of the campaign was on creating a data-driven, strategically diversified approach to not only elevate brand awareness but also drive user engagement and conversions efficiently. The case study underscores the innovative strategies employed and the tangible results achieved through this collaboration, demonstrating a significant reduction in cost per lead and a notable increase in overall campaign effectiveness.

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We brought on Llama Lead Gen to audit our paid Google Search, Display, and Video campaigns, and help us optimize our campaigns at a lower spend. Llama Lead Gen is always responsive and goes above and beyond with responding to our requests. They always offer to help out and implement changes wherever necessary. We saw lowered Cost per Acquisition and improved ROI on ad spend. What's most impressive to me is the breadth of their solutions. We initially brought them on only for paid Google ads but because of the quality of work we were able to expand them to Marketo as well.

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Seth Anderson

Senior Marketing Manager @ CodeSignal

An Introduction to CodeSignal’s Google Ads Journey

Client Overview

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CodeSignal is a technology company specializing in coding assessments and technical interviewing platforms. They aim to create an unbiased and effective method to evaluate and engage software engineering talent. 

 

Through their range of products, they aim to assist companies in identifying the best coding talents and help individuals showcase their skills to potential employers. Their goals encompass democratizing the technical hiring process and ensuring an efficient and fair evaluation of skills.

Campaign Objectives

CodeSignal’s Google Ads campaigns were strategically designed to meet several key objectives. The company aimed to boost brand awareness and reach across the tech industry significantly. Engagement with their platform was also a focal point, intending to drive more user interaction and participation from companies seeking to hire and individuals seeking to demonstrate their coding abilities. 

 

Ultimately, the campaigns were also directed towards increasing conversions, particularly regarding new client acquisitions, platform sign-ups, and usage of their assessment tools. The campaigns targeted growth, recognition, and user engagement within their targeted markets.

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With CodeSignal’s average cost well into the several thousands of dollars, their ideal CPL when we were brought on was hovering around $1,000. With our strategy and efficiencies, we brought that number down quite significantly to ~ $200.

Flight Dates

The CodeSignal Google Ads campaigns were carried out over an extended period, starting from January 2022 and running presently. This time frame allowed for a comprehensive, long-term marketing strategy encompassing seasonal trends and market changes. By spanning for multiple years, the campaigns could be continually optimized and adjusted in response to performance data and market insights, thereby maximizing the effectiveness of the advertising efforts.

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Campaign Strategy

Types of Campaigns

Display Campaigns: These were used to visually engage users across different websites, applications, and platforms. With visually appealing ads, CodeSignal was able to capture attention and direct traffic to their site.

Video Campaigns: Through engaging video content on platforms like YouTube, CodeSignal shared insights about their products and how they add value. This visual and interactive approach helped build a deeper connection with potential users.

Search Campaigns: This was divided into Branded and Non-Branded campaigns.

  • Branded: Focused on keywords related to CodeSignal's brand, these campaigns aimed to capture users explicitly searching for their products.

  • Non-Branded: Targeting broader coding and technical keywords helped reach users who might be interested in their services but weren't searching for CodeSignal directly.