Media Manager Jobs in Deerfield, IL

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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Media Strategist

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities Works with internal and external partners to develop paid media plans Translates campaign objectives into channel and tactic strategy Collaborates with planning and creative teams to...

Media Supervisor, Retail Media Strategy

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Retail & Omnichannel Planning: Develop and manage holistic omnichannel media and activation plans, spanning digital media, retailer media, social channels, influencers, and in-store activations, ensuring...

Paid Media Manager-Channel Optimization

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Work closely with Paid Media Managers to ensure alignment with broader marketing goals and provide tactical support....

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Associate Media Director

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Expertise in integrated digital marketing strategies across CTV, social media, standard digital channels, and programmatic platforms....

Paid Media Strategist - Marketing

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Negotiate media buys and placements. Innovation: Keep up to date with the latest trends and best practices in the digital advertising landscape....

Social Media Manager, Vice President

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Proficiency in social media analytics. 7+ years of experience in digital media....

Social Media Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Exact schedule will be in collaboration between the Social Media Manager and Social Media Coordinator to ensure social media coverage....

Media Director

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Proven media buying and negotiation expertise. Clear understanding of the media planning, buying, and reporting process. Digital and unwired experience is a plus....

Senior Media Strategist

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 17 days ago

planning/strategy experience with specific deep experience in planning and understanding of digital and traditional channels Ability to strategically assess opportunities quickly and make data-driven...

Director Media & Public Relations

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 18 days ago

MARKETING | JR100670 Director Media & Public Relations Chicago, Illinois Solutions for Today's Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow's Opportunities. Join William Blair, the Premier Global Boutique....

Marketing Manager - Communications

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 24 days ago

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. Youll feel...

Media Director, Planning

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 27 days ago

to inform and validate planning and strategy History of identifying media opportunities, presenting them to clients, and executing Experience monitoring and recommending improvements to the entire media...

Paid Search Media Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

As our Paid Search Media Manager, you will Support MERGE's practice in creating, optimizing, and executing client paid search campaigns....

Social Media Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

As our Social Media Manager, you will Lead collaborative efforts among internal and external teams to develop integrated strategies that closely align with client objectives and deliver measurable results...

Summer Paid Intern 2025 - Media Strategist

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

HLK is looking for Media Strategist interns for our Summer 2025 Launchpad Internship Program. Sure, we want to work with talented people. Thats a given. But thats not all. We also want to work...

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Salary for Media Manager Jobs in Deerfield, IL

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Highest Education Level

Media Managers in Deerfield, IL 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 Managers in Deerfield, IL
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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