Media Director Jobs in Michigan

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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Product Manager, Communications

  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago

Ford Motor Company Product Manager, Communications in Lansing , Michigan With a career on the Ford Communications team, you can bring the message of our exciting innovations to the world! You'll...

Paid Media Manager-Channel Optimization

  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago

Basic Qualifications: 7-10 years of experience in media planning and channel management, with a track record of driving measurable results....

Remote Work

Product Manager, Communications

  • Dearborn, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 7 days ago

With a career on the Ford Communications team, you can bring the message of our exciting innovations to the world! Youll help build and protect our global reputation, build stakeholder trust, and...

Paid Media Strategist (Remote USA)

  • Detroit, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 17 days ago

We offer Paid Media, SEO/Content, CRO, and Video to our clients by creating comprehensive digital marketing strategies that allow our clients to hit their SQL targets, every time....

Remote Work

Marketing Media Manager- Maserati North America

  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago

Present media plans to internal leadership and business teams for approval and buy-in before external rollout....

Programmatic Media Manager

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

media content trends and stay up-to-date with the landscape....

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Media Director Jobs in Michigan

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

Highest Education Level

Media Directors in Michigan 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 in Michigan
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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