Media Director Jobs in Richardson, TX

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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Manager - Communications

  • Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Role Summary: Create and execute global communications strategies to serve Flowserves 16,000+ associates across more than 50 countries. As a member of our corporate communications team, this...

Media Planning Supervisor

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Director and Group Media Director on the development of the overarching media strategy for the account and presentation of those strategies to be used by all media planning members on the account Proactively...

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Media Manager, Search

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Agency capabilities include website development, CRM, brand and business strategy, data science and analytics, media planning, media buying, performance media, experiential/lifestyle marketing, public...

Social Media Manager

  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field. 4+ years experience managing social media for a brand, agency, or consumer-facing company....

Sr. Manager Communications

  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview This role serves on the PepsiCo Global Communications and the PepsiCo North America (PEPNA) Communications team, acting as Communications Business Partner to the PEPNA Strategy &...

Media Relations Manager/ Dallas, TX or Orlando, FL

  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

694070BR Date posted: May. 20, 2025 Description: **Work location in either Orlando, FL or Dallas, TX** You will be the Media Relations Manager for the External Communications team at Lockheed...

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Digital Media Coordinator

  • Carrollton, TX (8 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (8 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Administration - Central Office/Digital Media Coordinator Date Posted: 5/15/2025 Location: Administration Building   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Digital Media...

Demographic Data for Richardson, TX

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Salary for Media Director Jobs in Richardson, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Media Directors in Richardson, TX 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 Richardson, TX
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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