Media Director Jobs in Washington, DC

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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Paid Media Manager

  • Suburb Maryland Fac, MD (13 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Suburb Maryland Fac, MD (13 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

join our band, you'll need the following experience: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or equivalent experience in a related discipline 5+ years of experience in digital marketing, including pay-per-click...

Manager, Communications & Marketing

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Experience using design and editing software to create and edit digital media including graphics, infographics, and videos....

Manager of Communications - McKinsey Transformation Assets

  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your...

Media & Communications Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

New Published 15 hours ago Media & Communications Manager Abrahamic House Hybrid, Work must be performed in or near Washington, DC Details Job Type: Contract / Freelance Start Date: July 1, 2025...

Social Media Coordinator

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Company Overview: Price Benowitz, LLP is a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices across Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, and Illinois. Our practice areas...

Manager of Communications - McKinsey Business Building

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your...

Media Relations Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago

The Position The National Women's Law Center is seeking a creative, organized, and detail-oriented media relations manager for a two-year term position leading press work advocating for gender...

Senior Product Manager, Communications Platform

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago

About the team Zillows Communications Platform team builds the products and solutions that dependably enable internal teams at Zillow to build their communications experiences to our customers....

Remote Work

Manager, Communications

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago

Position Overview The American Gaming Association (AGA) seeks a Manager, Communications to support the execution of strategic communications and media relations efforts. Reporting to the Senior...

Senior Manager, Communications

  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago

Media Relations & Visibility: Cultivate strong media relationships, drive proactive outreach, and execute strategic media plans to secure high-impact coverage and enhance brand visibility....

Remote Work

Technical Program Manager, Communications Measurement Team

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

The Communications Measurement Team is growing as we endeavor to measure the efficacy and impact of Meta's Communications and Marketing efforts. In this role, you will create the measurement...

Digital Media Coordinator/Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

We reasonably believe that the base salary range for this Digital Media Coordinator position is $58,000 - $68,000, and the salary range for the Digital Media Manager is $68,000 - $83,000....

Strategy & Operations Manager, Communications & Public Affairs

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ 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...

Website Content Manager/Communications Manager

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description Innovative, Bold, Dedicated! Are you ready to join a team that exhibits all of these qualities and more? Come build your career with BAE Systems with the Intelligence & Security...

Website Content Manager/Communications Manager

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago

Innovative, Bold, Dedicated! Are you ready to join a team that exhibits all of these qualities and more? Come build your career with BAE Systems with the Intelligence & Security (I&S) Sector where...

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Salary for Media Director Jobs in Washington, DC

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

Highest Education Level

Media Directors in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
73.1%
Master's Degree
20.1%
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 Washington, DC
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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