Media Manager Jobs in Washington, DC

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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Digital Media Coordinator - Political Cycle 2026

  • GMMB
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago

You area Digital Media Coordinator who knows how to: Collaborate with digital media planners to develop targeting, digital media strategies and performance reports....

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Media Relations Director

  • Fannie Mae Corp
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago

Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and...

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Sr. Manager, Communications

  • Plan International USA
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago

Position description: Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian nonprofit that advances children's rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of...

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Manager, Digital Media

  • National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

MANAGER, DIGITAL MEDIA Summary The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's (NFWF) Manager, Digital Media helps shape NFWF's online presence by managing social media, website content, email campaigns...

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Communications Manager

  • Exelon
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

These projects entail oversight of integrated communication plans, which include aspects of internal/external communications, marketing, advertising and digital media....

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Corporate Initiatives - Manager, Communications Strategy & Execution

  • Geico Insurance
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 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...

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Manager, Communications and Digital Content Operations

  • State of Virginia
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago

Department: Office of University Branding Classification: Public Relations & Mktg Spec 3 Job Category: Classified Staff Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk) Location:...

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KAP 2026-2027 - Media Relations Manager - Young Voices

  • Stand Together
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

The Koch Associate Program (KAP) is a career accelerator for early to mid-career professionals with a drive to tackle our country's most pressing challenges in more effective, principled ways. KAP...

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Paid Media Strategist

  • Streetsense
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

(display, video), social and search Proficient in building and managing campaigns in Meta, Google and Programmatic platforms Honed skills in negotiating and constructing digital media plans, understanding...

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Media Relations Manager

  • ONE Campaign
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Build and maintain positive working relationships with elite media, reporters, and partners; pitch coverage of ONE, our narratives and priorities to North American print, broadcast, and online media...

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Manager, Communications

  • IJM
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Who We Are International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work worldwide in...

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Senior Paid Media Manager

  • Choice Hotels
  • North Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 days ago
  • North Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 days ago

Job Summary The Senior Paid Media Manager is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading and optimizing paid media programs across the full funnel to drive measurable business results....

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Communications Manager, Amazon Ads Comms

  • Amazon
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 days ago

advertising environment - Track record of translating complex technical concepts into compelling narratives Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected...

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Media Relations Manager

  • Cato Institute
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Cato Institute seeks a strategic, proactive, and highly organized Media Relations Manager to help drive national media engagement for one of the worlds leading...

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Paid Media Manager, Labs

  • Choice Hotels
  • North Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 21 days ago
  • North Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 21 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Manager, Paid Media Labs is responsible for owning and operating key components of Choice Hotels Media Labs measurement, innovation, and data infrastructure, enabling scalable...

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Salary for Media Manager 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 Managers in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
73.0%
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 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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