Media Manager Jobs

A Media Manager in the Advertising industry oversees the planning, buying, and evaluation of media for clients' advertising campaigns. They are responsible for conducting market research, identifying target audiences, understanding their preferences and habits, and selecting the most effective media platforms to reach them. They negotiate media prices, prepare media schedules, and monitor the success of campaigns, making adjustments as necessary. Essential skills for this role include strong analytical abilities, strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of media channels and consumer behavior trends.

Before becoming a Media Manager, individuals often start their careers in roles such as Media Planner, Media Buyer, or Account Executive which allow them to gain experience in market research, audience analysis, campaign planning, and client relations. To qualify for the role of a Media Manager, one should have a bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field. A master's degree is often preferred. Professional certifications, such as a Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP) or Certified Media Planner (CMP), may provide an advantage. Proficiency in advertising and media software, as well as data analysis tools, is also required.

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Executive Vice President

  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 2 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...

Sr. Consulting Manager - Communications Media Technology

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

Sr. Consulting Manager - Communications Media Technology CMT Practice DALLAS, TX ABOUT US Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business,...

Senior Media Director, Health Media

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 hours ago

Media pillar Position Requirements: You have a minimum 10+ years experience in the digital media space You have a minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in media planning and media buying, specifically...

Senior Retail Media Strategist

  • Monroe, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Monroe, MI
  • 6 hours ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Advertising or Communications with 4-6 years of relevant experience or equivalent 4+ years of experience with local media planning including both...

Manager, Digital Media - Partner Marketing - Demand Gen

  • Cassville, MO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cassville, MO
  • 6 hours ago

... What you'll do... Make your mark on the legacy of Walmart and come build the next great retail disruptor of global online marketplaces. Walmart Marketplace is a curated community of respected,...

Paid Social & Digital Media Manager

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 8 hours 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....

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Communications Manager I

  • MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • MI
  • 8 hours ago

Support social media manager with digital advertising....

Senior Manager, Digital Media Performance

  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

advertising platforms and analytics tools Preferred Qualifications: 7+ years of experience in performance media 3+ years of experience leading cross functional teams and influencing Cross functional...

Paid Media Manager - Mobile Apps, Amazon Music

  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Provide complete performance reporting and analysis on all mobile marketing campaigns and take relevant action on insights gained....

Visual Media Manager

  • Scranton, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Scranton, PA
  • 14 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY The Visual Media Manager is a key member of the Marketing and Communications team, responsible for creating and overseeing high-quality photography, videography, and digital content to enhance...

Media Operations Manager

  • Centennial, CO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Centennial, CO
  • 17 hours ago

This is a role that combines broadcast engineering, information technology, and digital media....

Marketing & Social Media Coordinator

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago

Direct experience using social media management tools (Sprinklr) Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premier Pro) or equivalent digital media editing tools is desired....

(USA) Senior Manager, Communications

  • Tontitown, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Tontitown, AR
  • 1 day ago

... What you'll do... We are looking for an accomplished corporate communications manager to join us as the Senior Manager, Corporate Executive Communications, supporting CARE senior leadership...

Manager, Communications (Escalated Customer Concerns Office)

  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago

Requisition ID: 224158 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. The Manager, Communications (Escalated Customer Concerns Office)...

General Manager of Communications Center

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

About BankFund: BankFund Credit Union is a full-service financial cooperative that was organized and chartered in 1947 as a convenient place for employees of the World Bank Group and International...

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Introduction to Digital Media
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Social Media for Managers
Every organization needs to have a social media policy in place. It's an essential part of doing business today. If you don't have one, or if yours might need a revision, that's what this course...

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Salary for Media Manager Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Media Managers 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 Managers
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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