Media Manager Jobs in Minneapolis, MN

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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Customer Growth Strategy Senior Manager Communications, Media, and Technology

  • Accenture
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago

Job Description We Are Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. We bring together strategy, creativity, and technology to help...

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Manager, Communications and Design

  • re:power
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 21 days ago

Manager, Communications and Design Status: Full-time, exempt Location/Time zone: Anywhere in the U.S. convenient to regular travel Deadline: May 25, 2026 Starting Salary Range: $75,000-87,500...

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Customer Growth Strategy Manager Communications, Media, and Technology

  • Accenture
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description We Are Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. We bring together strategy, creativity, and technology to help...

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Communication Specialist

  • nVent
  • St Louis Park, MN (4 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • St Louis Park, MN (4 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

YOU HAVE: A Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, Writing or Marketing or related field. 2- 5 years of progressive experience in corporate communication, digital media or a related field....

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Associate Media Manager, Strategic Customers

  • Post Consumer Brands
  • Lakeville, MN (24 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakeville, MN (24 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities and Accountabilities Media Planning Digital media campaign planning, activation, and optimization across retail media tactics Plan retail media budgets across wide variety of retail...

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Associate Media Director

  • Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago

plans Work with Supervisor and GMD to identify Publicis Groupe solutions and opportunities within the media plan Lead internal brainstorm sessions in the strategic development process Create buyable...

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Programmatic Media Manager

  • Accenture
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago

As a Programmatic Media Manager, you will be responsible for being the resident expert on all things Programmatic trading; maintaining platform certifications and staying up to date on industry trends...

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Media Strategy Supervisor

  • Curious Plot
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago

This role works closely with the Director of Paid/Digital Media and the SVP Digital + Engagement Strategy to set and support a future vision for the media team and to execute against that vision....

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Media Manager, Higher Education & Healthcare

  • DLR Group
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 60+ days ago

Peer Media Managers to ensure that cross-sector opportunities are identified and strategically promoted....

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Senior Manager, Communications

  • Graco Inc.
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 90+ days ago

The Senior Communications Manager will guide internal communications, corporate communications, product PR, digital media, and change communications-ensuring messaging is aligned, strategic, and impactful...

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Technology Strategy Manager/Sr Manager: Communications, Media and High Tech

  • Accenture
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Technology Strategy Manager/Sr. Manager, Communications, Media & High-Tech Industry Technology Strategy, and we design and execute industry-relevant reinventions that allow...

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Salary for Media Manager Jobs in Minneapolis, MN

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

Highest Education Level

Media Managers in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN
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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