Media Director Jobs in Illinois
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.
Description What We're Looking For At Meltwater, we're looking for a highly analytical, performance-driven Paid Media Manager to lead the strategy, execution, and optimization of paid media...
Hybrid(Eplan) Social Media Communications Manager
- Rittal LLC
- Schaumburg, IL
- 5 days ago
- Schaumburg, IL
- 5 days ago
Rittal and EPLAN are seeking a dynamic, creative, and highly organized social media & communications manager to lead and execute integrated communications across digital and traditional platforms....
In PersonCustomer Growth Strategy Senior Manager Communications, Media, and Technology
- Accenture
- Chicago, IL
- 6 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 6 days ago
Job Description We Are Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. We bring together strategy, creativity, and technology to help...
In PersonSenior Media Manager (Paid Social & Programmatic)
- WPP PLC
- Chicago, IL
- 6 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 6 days ago
What you'll need: 3-5 years of paid digital media experience, agency experience highly preferred Strong grasp of and ability to navigate digital tools and platforms, particularly in Meta, Linkedin,...
In PersonCorporate Initiatives - Manager, Communications Strategy & Execution
- Geico Insurance
- Chicago, IL
- 7 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 7 days ago
At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being...
In PersonMedia Director (Commerce / Retail Media Planning)
- WPP PLC
- Chicago, IL
- 10 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 10 days ago
What We Are Looking For: We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Media Director to lead a CPG client's Omnichannel Media Planning eefforts across multiple Retail Media Networks (RMNs)....
In PersonSenior Manager, Communications Governance Chicago, IL, USA
- Aon Corporation
- Chicago, IL
- 14 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 14 days ago
Senior Manager, Communications Governance Aon is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager of Communications Governance to drive excellence in internal communications across Aon through...
HybridPaid Media Manager, Performance Intelligence
- US004 Edelman Data & Intelligence
- Chicago, IL
- 14 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 14 days ago
The Manager, Paid Media is responsible for developing paid digital media plans/strategies designed to impact clients' business outcomes....
In PersonAon is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager of Communications Governance to drive excellence in internal communications across Aon through leader enablement, quality control and...
HybridThe offered salary will be determined by a variety of factors including an applicant’s education, years of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity and alignment...
In PersonSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY None QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, digital media, public relations, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and...
In PersonSr Manager - Communications & Change Management
- CVS Health
- Springfield, IL
- 26 days ago
- Springfield, IL
- 26 days ago
We're building a world of health around every individual shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who...
In PersonRequired Qualifications: Minimum of 3-5 years in advertising, media management, and/or media buying; experience in paid search, with hands-on executional experience in planning and running large-scale...
In PersonManager, Digital Media Strategy & Planning
- iHeartMedia
- Chicago, IL
- 30+ days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 30+ days ago
What We Need: iHeartMedia is seeking a Manager, Digital Media Strategy & Planning to power our sales organization and reinforce our position as the leader in digital audio....
In PersonOverview About this Position: The Media Supervisor leads local media planning and emerging media strategy for larger local markets for our client the Lexus Dealer Association (LDA)....
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- Staff Supervision
- Microsoft Excel
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- Events
- Pay per Click
- Media Buying
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- Google Ads
- Digital Advertising
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- Advertising Sales
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