Media Specialist Jobs in New York

A Media Specialist in the advertising industry is essentially responsible for planning, implementing, and managing all media-related aspects of advertising campaigns. They conduct thorough market research to identify the most effective media platforms for their client's specific target audience, develop media buying strategies and negotiate ad space and time slots with media outlets. They also monitor and analyze ad performance data to assess the effectiveness of campaigns and make necessary adjustments to optimize results. In addition, they collaborate with other advertising professionals, such as creative directors and copywriters, to ensure that the media strategy aligns with the overall campaign concept.

Crucial skills for a Media Specialist include excellent analytical abilities, strategic thinking, strong negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of media trends and consumer behavior. Proficiency in various media analytics tools and software is also important. While not necessarily mandatory, certifications such as Google AdWords, Facebook Blueprint, or the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) Digital Media Buying and Planning Certification could be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Media Specialist, individuals might have held roles such as Media Assistant, Media Planner, or Advertising Sales Representative.

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Public Relations Specialist

  • College Point, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • College Point, NY
  • 3 days ago

Create and update content for the company's website and social media accounts. Collaborate with marketing teams to develop promotional campaigns and oversee digital and traditional advertising...

Media Coordinator, Local Media

  • Pearl River, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Pearl River, NY
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 1 year of media-related work experience required Proficiency in Excel and Word required Proficiency in PowerPoint and Media Buying software...

Senior Social Media Specialist

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 12 days ago

Job Order Number: DG0187398 Job Title: Senior Social Media Specialist Company: Kaleida Health Location: Buffalo, NY Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided Hours...

Media Planner (Strategy & Planning)

  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago

They will be required to develop and maintain a solid understanding of client business and apply online media understanding to help deliver against the clients objectives....

Senior Media Planner

  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago

What you'll do: Develop and execute strategic shopper media plans....

Media Planner

  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago

They will be required to develop and maintain a strong knowledge of client business and apply online media understanding to help deliver against the client's objectives....

Senior Media Planner

  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago

Attends vendor co-op meetings, as required, and presents media plans. Presents media plans to account management personnel and clients....

Paid Media Specialist

  • New York, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 18 days ago

We are looking for a Paid Media Specialist (contract) for a top entertainment company in NYC! The Growth Marketing team is tasked with driving new subscriber growth for Streaming globally....

Event Media Specialist

  • Cortland, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • Cortland, NY
  • 19 days ago

Budget Title Senior Staff Assistant Campus Title Event Media Specialist School/Division Academic Affairs, Division of Department Campus Technology Services Staff Sub-Type Staff & Administration Salary...

Select Digital Social Media Strategist

  • Amherst, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • Amherst, NY
  • 19 days ago

Select Digital Social Media Strategist As a premier multi-media organization, LocalEdge has been leading the transition to web-based advertising for small to mid-size businesses across all...

Remote Work

Paid Media Specialist

  • New York, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 20 days ago

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging your expertise in digital advertising and content creation to empower creators and amplify their reach....

Digital Media Buyer

  • New York, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 21 days ago

This role is all about fueling our growth by driving user acquisition through innovative mobile marketing campaigns....

Senior Media Buyer

  • New York, NY
  • 27 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 27 days ago

This role will report to the Media Buying Supervisor and will be responsible for launching, pacing, monitoring and optimizing paid media campaigns across primary self-service platforms....

Senior Media Buyer, Amazon Digital Advertising

  • New York, NY
  • 28 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 28 days ago

The Amazon Digital Advertising (ADA) team is seeking an innovative, results-oriented Senior Media Buyer to drive the marketing strategy/planning, execution, optimization and performance analysis for...

Media Specialist / Tech Support Hybrid [Remote]

  • New York, NY
  • 28 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 28 days ago

The Drive Auto team is looking for an entry-level Media Specialist to build, launch and manage digital paid media campaigns....

Remote Work

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Salary for Media Specialist Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Media Specialists in New York 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 Specialists in New York
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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