Media Director Jobs in California

A Media Director in the advertising industry oversees the planning and execution of all media-related strategies. Their primary role involves designing and implementing effective media campaigns, tracking the performance of these campaigns, and adjusting them as necessary. The director collaborates with various departments to understand the marketing needs and formulate strategies to target ideal demographics. They are also responsible for negotiating ad space and time slots with media outlets, developing media budgets and timelines, and ensuring all media projects comply with brand identity and guidelines.

Important skills for a Media Director include strong leadership and organizational abilities, excellent communication, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of media channels and marketing strategies. Proficiency in media planning tools, data analysis, and budget management is necessary. Certifications in digital marketing, such as Google AdWords or Facebook Blueprint can enhance credibility. Prior to becoming a Media Director, one could serve roles such as a Media Planner, Media Buyer, or a Media Supervisor, gaining valuable experience in creating and managing media strategies, negotiating with media sales companies, and understanding the dynamics of different advertising channels.

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Executive Vice President

  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago

AIM Sports Group AIM Sports Group is an enterprise with a mission to advance sports performance and enjoyment for youth athletes of all ages and skill levels. From state-of-the-art venues to...

Media Strategist

  • Riverside, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Salem Media - Riverside offers an exceptional opportunity for a Media Strategist / Account Executive. We are looking for a highly motivated sales professional to join our growing and digital sales...

Digital & Social Media Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

Proactively evolve our digital offerings to support the rapidly evolving digital media landscape....

Product Manager, Communications Platform

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 days ago

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to...

Advertising Sales Manager

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago

Are you an Ambitious B2B Advertising Sales Professional with proven experience selling advertising (print and digital) in a B2B environment? This is a mid six figures earner for a proven...

Product Manager, Communications Platform

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to...

Manager, Communications

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in...

Social Media Manager, B2B Marketing

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

iHeartMedia Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one...

Paid Media Manager

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 4 days ago

#202909 Paid Media Manager NEW YORK, NY; LOS ANGELES, CA DATE: Yesterday Overview PLACEMENT TYPE: Temporary SALARY: $44.65 to $49.61 an hour START DATE: 07.07.2025 For this position, you must be...

CRM Program Manager - Communications Strategy

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 5 days ago

Job Description As a CRM Program Manager, you will focus on both strategy and execution of email, push and SMS campaigns with an emphasis on driving acquisition, engagement and retention in the...

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Sr. Manager, Communications

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

CA EMPLOYEE PRIVACY RIGHTS: Mission: Lead the development, execution, and management of the public relations strategy for all of MGA Entertainment's consumer brands and all new brand launches....

Paid Social Media Manager

  • Corona, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary: Develop and manage media buying across paid social for all Company brands across assigned regions....

Manager, Digital Media

  • Corona, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 6 days ago

Direct the creation and presentation of performance reports, providing insights and actionable recommendations to inform future digital marketing strategies and planning....

Manager, Communications

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 6 days ago

Manager, Communications Los Angeles Lakers - Manager El Segundo CA Corporate Communications Media/Public Relations Servicing Community Relations 0 2 days ago In order to be considered for this...

Paid Media Manager

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 7 days ago

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training: Minimum of 3+ years' experience in social media or digital advertising....

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Salary for Media Director Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdvertising research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Media Directors in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
73.1%
Master's Degree
20.2%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
High School or GED
0.7%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Media Directors in California
4-6 years
26.5%
2-4 years
21.7%
6-8 years
16.5%
Less than 1 year
14.2%
1-2 years
13.7%
10+ years
4.9%
8-10 years
2.4%


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