Media Director Jobs in Virginia

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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Social Media Coordinator

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 8 days ago

Direct experience with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premier Pro) or equivalent digital media design/editing tools Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook) At least 2...

Social Media Manager

  • Arlington, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 19 days ago

Job Description Govini's Marketing team is seeking a dynamic Social Media Director to drive our digital presence and expand our influence across modern media channels....

Website Content Manager/Communications Manager

  • Sterling, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 60+ 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
  • 60+ days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 60+ 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...

Marketing, Sales, and Digital Media Manager- Stuart C. Siegel Center

  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Basic understanding of demographics and media buying ability Requires flexible schedule to cover events....

Social Media Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago

As assigned, work may include: providing public education; establishing and maintaining a visual identity and brand; making decisions on media buys and advertising; writing scripts and talking points...

Media Relations Manager

  • Arlington, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 90+ days ago

NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy, financial services and business support to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country. NRECA employees are...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Media Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Innovation in New Media
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Making Sense of Data in the Media
We are bombarded with media statistics every day, but how much of this data is reliable? On this course, youll learn how to read and evaluate data in the media and how to stay alert to misleading...

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Salary for Media Director Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Media Directors in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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