Media Manager Jobs in Itasca, IL

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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Media Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Lead strategic planning and media mix exercises to develop thoughtful media plans that deliver on clients' goals....

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Digital Media Manager

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago

HLK is a creative and technology agency focused on understanding and changing audience behavior through deeply integrated brand experiences. We bring clarity of context and creative resolution...

Media Relations Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The hiring range for this role is: $140,560.00 - $216,595.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may...

Media Manager (Retail Media Planning)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 6 days ago

planning experience in an agency setting Retail Media/Commerce experience highly preferred, but digital media experience also considered Experience partnering with cross functional team members including...

Media Manager

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 7 days ago

The Impact You Will Make In this position as Media Manager, you will support the execution and management of paid media campaigns across numerous clients on the Paid Media team....

Digital Media Manager

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 7 days ago

The Digital Media Manager, on our Optimization & Innovation team will manage and guide a team that is actively using data-driven insights, innovative best practices, and creativity to design, launch...

Manager of Communications - McKinsey Business Building

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 8 days ago

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your...

Media Manager, Ad Operations

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 9 days ago

What We Are Looking For VML is seeking a meticulous and proactive Media Manager, Ad Operations to join our dynamic team....

Manager of Communications - McKinsey Transformatio

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 20 days ago

at McKinsey & Company in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Communications Manager of Communications - McKinsey Transformation Assets Job ID: 98029 Do you want to work on complex and...

Media Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 25 days ago

planning experience with a main focus on digital media and real-time buying platforms Pharma experience required You can detect and translate a story behind numbers/data You have demonstrated ability...

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Manager, Communications

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 26 days ago

The role of Communication is to develop and lead strategic communications through storytelling, earned media, and influencer relations by creating marketing content to reach and engage new...

Media Manager

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 28 days ago

media plans....

Manager of Communications - McKinsey Transformation Assets

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your...

Manager, Communications

  • Naperville, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Why Work for KeHE? Full-time Pay Range: $87,230.00/Yr. - $127,897.00/Yr. Shift Days:, Shift Time: Benefits on Day 1 Health/Rx Dental Vision Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)...

Associate Retail Media Manager

  • Deerfield, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

This role will work alongside key retailers, such as The Home Depot and Lowes, to strategize and execute digital media activations that meet both our business and campaign objectives....

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Salary for Media Manager Jobs in Itasca, IL

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Highest Education Level

Media Managers in Itasca, IL 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 in Itasca, IL
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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