Media Director Jobs

A Media Director in the advertising industry oversees the planning and execution of all media-related strategies. Their primary role involves designing and implementing effective media campaigns, tracking the performance of these campaigns, and adjusting them as necessary. The director collaborates with various departments to understand the marketing needs and formulate strategies to target ideal demographics. They are also responsible for negotiating ad space and time slots with media outlets, developing media budgets and timelines, and ensuring all media projects comply with brand identity and guidelines.

Important skills for a Media Director include strong leadership and organizational abilities, excellent communication, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of media channels and marketing strategies. Proficiency in media planning tools, data analysis, and budget management is necessary. Certifications in digital marketing, such as Google AdWords or Facebook Blueprint can enhance credibility. Prior to becoming a Media Director, one could serve roles such as a Media Planner, Media Buyer, or a Media Supervisor, gaining valuable experience in creating and managing media strategies, negotiating with media sales companies, and understanding the dynamics of different advertising channels.

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Legal Aid Justice Center

Communications Manager (Hybrid)

Job Duties : Social media: Plan and manage LAJC social media accounts with content support from LAJC programs and departments....

Executive Vice President

  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seal Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago

AIM Sports Group AIM Sports Group is an enterprise with a mission to advance sports performance and enjoyment for youth athletes of all ages and skill levels. From state-of-the-art venues to...

Social Media Manager

  • Logan, UT
  • moments ago
  • Logan, UT
  • moments ago

Experience developing and executing paid social media and digital marketing strategies....

Senior Paid Media Manager , Prime Video Third Party Device Partnerships

  • Culver City, CA
  • moments ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • moments ago

plans. - Interface directly with networks, affiliates and partners to inspire and develop new advertising programs and secure premium media - Seek and evaluate strategic media opportunities and serve...

Brand Media Manager

  • Westminster, CO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Westminster, CO
  • 5 hours ago

Help develop holistic communications plan and media buying strategy across all paid channels (i.e., Paid Social, Display, CTV, Audio, DOOH)....

Senior Manager, Communications and Change Management (Flex)

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 6 hours ago

This is a temporary position. As the Senior Manager, Change Management and Communications you will be responsible for supporting and facilitating the creation and execution of change management...

Media Supervisor, Strategy and Planning

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

The ideal candidate will have experience in consistently delivering media planning that exceeds expectation....

Product Line Manager - Communications

  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Title: Product Line Manager - Communications Segment: Voyager - Products and Engineering Location: San Diego/Hybrid (Remote optional) Job Type: Full Time - Hybrid Relocation Eligible: No Company...

Social Media Manager, B2B Marketing

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 hours ago

iHeartMedia Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one...

Manager Communications Community Engagement

  • Weatherford, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Weatherford, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Manager Communications & Community Engagement? At HCA Healthcare, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed...

Manager, Communications

  • Washington, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Manager, Communications Posting Start Date: 4/17/25 Location: 1200 17th Street Investors, LLC (DCA-INVS) Cities: Requisition ID: 78590 Job Description Intro Are you ready to explore a world of...

Manager, Communications

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 hours ago

About Eos Energy Enterprises Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power....

Digital Media Manager

  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago

Marketing About the role The Digital Media Manager plays a pivotal role in leading Reckitts digital campaign activations in-platform, overseeing media performance & developing campaign best practice...

Panhandle PBS Social Media Coordinator

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 1 day ago

Summary At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is...

Media Supervisor

  • 1 day ago
  • 1 day ago

Bachelors degree in Marketing, Advertising, Media Studies or Communications 4-7 years of experience in media planning, account service or some form of marketing Digital media background, specifically...

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Media Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Digital Media
From Metaverse to VR, Netflix to mobile applications, were surrounded by and interact with digital networks more than ever before. But whats driving this digital revolution and how can you harness...
Social Media Marketing Course
Social Media is a powerful channel for marketers. In this course, you learn more about the main social media platforms, how to manage your social media presence, leveraging organic and paid to...
Media and Digital Policy in Africa
The Programmes foundation is an overview of the principles of freedom of expression and access to information and how these apply to media and online freedoms today. It examines the legacies of...

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Salary for Media Director Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Media Directors 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 Directors
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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