Media Planner Jobs in San Gabriel, CA

A Media Planner in the advertising industry is responsible for identifying which media platforms would best advertise a client's brand or product. They play a crucial role in increasing a brand's visibility among its target audience by strategically placing ads in the most impactful platforms, which could range from digital, print, television, radio, and outdoor advertising. Their duties include researching targeted markets, monitoring buying strategies, tracking advertising spending, and analyzing consumer data to optimize advertising campaigns. They also collaborate closely with clients, marketing teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that advertising efforts align with the client's business objectives and budget.

Important skills for a Media Planner include excellent analytical abilities, strong communication skills, and good understanding of media channels and trends. They should also have a firm grasp of market research techniques and data analysis. While not mandatory, a certification such as the Google Ads certification or a Facebook Blueprint certification may boost a media planner's career. Prior to becoming a Media Planner, a person may have roles such as a Media Assistant, Marketing Coordinator, or Media Buyer. All these roles provide valuable experience in researching market trends, creating marketing strategies, and understanding consumer behavior, which are crucial in media planning.

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Sr Social Media Specialist, REVOLVE & FWRD Man

  • Cerritos, CA (17 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cerritos, CA (17 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Meet REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand, and a go-to online source for discovery and...

Digital Media Buyer

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Paid Social Media Manager is responsible for running ROI positive paid social performance campaigns across all major platforms with a deep understanding and execution of lead gen acquisition. Key...

On Board Media Specialist $4000/month + Commission Growth Op

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 11 days ago

On Board Media Specialist - $4000/month + Commission - Growth Op (West Hills) Reign Roofing compensation: $4000 a month plus commission employment type: experience level: mid level job title:...

Assistant Media Planner, Integrated Media Planning

  • Burbank, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 18 days ago

THE JOB As an Assistant Media Planner you'll work closely with a team of media experts in developing and maintaining media plans, while absorbing as much media knowledge as possible....

Ad Operations Specialist & Media Planner

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 19 days ago

The Ad Ops Specialist & Media Planner supports the planning and execution of digital advertising campaigns across AllGear Digital's extended advertising network, which includes category-leading outdoor...

Performance Media Coordinator

  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 23 days ago

About Liquid I.V.** At Liquid I.V., our purpose is to elevate the vitality of people and the planet. An ambitious goal? Yes! But by playing to win, holding the bar higher, championing wellbeing,...

Public Relations Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Public Relations Specialist Confidential Los Angeles, CA Full-time Advertising / Marketing / PR Posted on June 01, 2025 Public Relations Specialist: Conduct mkt rsrch, dvlp & execute data-driven...

Senior Media Planner

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

This role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact at a fast-growing digital advertising technology company and craft cutting-edge client solutions....

Public Relations Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Your Role Gensler Los Angeles is seeking a creative, motivated and collaborative individual to join our office as the Los Angeles Public Relations Specialist. Working in one of the firms largest...

Media Planner

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Media Planner to join our Planning team!...

Public Relations Specialist

  • Hawthorne, CA (20 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (20 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: Promote and create an intended image for the employer. Write or select material for release to various community or consumer groups. Plan and direct development or communication...

Public Relations Specialist (NY or CA)

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Overview: We are seeking a talented and dynamic Public Relations Specialist to join our team. This role will be responsible for managing public relations strategies, media...

Public Relations Specialist (Spanish Fluency Required)

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? SGA Marketing is a small and passionate community outreach firm that focuses on implementing environmental and public health campaigns in disadvantaged communities. We...

Programmatic Media Specialist

  • Burbank, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Burbank, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

THE AGENCY OMG23 is the Omnicom Media Group agency dedicated to Walt Disney Studios, Disney+ and Disney's multiple television networks. At OMG23, we have the privilege of partnering with Disney on...

Public Relations Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from San Gabriel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We are seeking a talented and dynamic Public Relations Specialist to join our team. This role will be responsible for managing public relations strategies, media relations, and social media...

Demographic Data for San Gabriel, CA

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Local
National
62,283
1,971
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Salary for Media Planner Jobs in San Gabriel, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Media Planners in San Gabriel, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
73.0%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
2.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Media Planners in San Gabriel, CA
4-6 years
34.8%
2-4 years
26.1%
1-2 years
17.4%
Less than 1 year
13.0%
None
8.7%


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