Media Manager Jobs in Illinois

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 Relations Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day 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

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

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

Associate Media Manager (Retail Media Planning)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

and digital media reporting....

Marketing & Digital Media Coordinator - Discovery Center

  • Rockford, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 9 days ago

of marketing, public relations, advertising and digital media strategy for the organization....

Social Media Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills Bachelors degree in marketing, communications, digital media, or a related field 7+ years in digital marketing, social strategy, or communications, preferably...

Manager of Communications - McKinsey Transformatio

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 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...

Communication Specialist

  • Normal, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 18 days ago

media....

Media Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 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
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 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
  • 23 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 days ago

media plans....

Manager of Communications - McKinsey Transformation Assets

  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 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
  • 26 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 26 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)...

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Salary for Media Manager Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Media Managers in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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