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
  • 14 days ago
  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 14 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...

Account Executive

  • Glendale, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications: A proven track record of exceeding sales goals in both on-air and online media. In-depth knowledge of digital products and their positioning and sale in the marketplace....

Media Strategist

  • Riverside, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 11 days 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...

Paid Media Marketing Manager, Audience Development), Amazon Music

  • Culver City, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 9 hours ago

, MTA, MMM) - 2+ years experience of digital ad operations experience, digital media buying experience, audience insights tools (e.g., ComScore, Semasio, Annalect, MediaOcean, etc.) - Foundational understanding...

IndieWire: Senior Social Media Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter...

Program Manager - Digital Media (Classified Management Position)

  • Atwater, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atwater, CA
  • 2 days ago

Program Manager - Digital Media (Classified Management Position) About the Employer Every staff member, every day, will support all students to acquire the skills necessary to develop and follow their...

Advertising Sales Manager - Emerging Enterprise

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

To thrive in this role, you'll need: Bachelor's degree 5+ years of full-cycle sales experience, with a minimum of 3 years proven success in the digital space (Enterprise Brand Advertising, Media Sales...

Sr. Media Manager, Amazon MODE

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

We seek an experienced media professional to develop new customers for our in- house activation team, focusing on programmatic and social media buying across Amazon....

YouTube Media Manager, Amazon MODE

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

outcome, backed by data. - Ensure YouTube activation is strategically aligned with broader digital media plans - Develop and optimize audience targeting strategies in DV360 for YouTube, utilizing first...

Paid Media Manager DV360, Amazon MODE

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

outcome, backed by data. - Ensure YouTube activation is strategically aligned with broader digital media plans -Develop and optimize audience targeting strategies in DV360 for YouTube, utilizing first...

Strategy & Operations Manager, Communications & Public Affairs

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

The Strategic Planning & Operations for Meta's Communications & Public Affairs team is seeking an experienced professional to drive key programs for our organization. The ideal candidate will have...

Associate Media Director, Business Solutions

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago

flexible with ability to oversee multiple deliverables and client requests An advocate for and supporter of diversity, equity and inclusion Preferred Skills & Experience 6+ years of experience in media...

Manager, Communications

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 days ago

Heartflow is a medical technology company advancing the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease, the #1 cause of death worldwide, using cutting-edge technology. The flagship product-an...

Paid Social & Digital Media Manager

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 12 days ago

Description We are looking for a digital media expert to join our client's ad team within Consumer Marketing and Product Growth organization and help us build the Media Buying discipline....

Social Media Manager

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 14 days ago

Skills and Qualifications Required for this Dynamic Team Member: Bachelor's degree in digital media, marketing, communication or public relations preferred 5+ years social media marketing experience...

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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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