Media Specialist Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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.

1-15 of 31 Jobs

Media Planner

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Build and revise media plans, check avails, reserve fixed placements and update associated fixed placement calendars, negotiate Terms & Conditions, and enter final plans onto online proposal systems...

Media Planner

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Bachelors degree in marketing, advertising, media studies, communications or equivalent education plus professional experience 1-2 years of experience in media planning and buying Online media background...

Public Relations Specialist

  • Cranford, NJ (12 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cranford, NJ (12 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a Public Relations Specialist for the Dental Industry Are you a skilled PR professional with a passion for healthcare and the dental industry? We are looking for an experienced Public...

Senior Public Relations Specialist

  • New Hyde Park, NY (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Writes, plans and organizes Public Relations initiatives for the health system. Job Responsibility Reaches out to news media to promote clinical initiatives of the organization,...

PEP, Media Acquisition Specialist- CNBC

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (12 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (12 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Company Description We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences....

Digital Media Account Manager

  • Hoboken, NJ (2 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (2 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Experience in building media plan recommendations. Excellent follow-through and no hesitation in ensuring accountability across teams....

Media Sales Specialist

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago

., media planning, operations, analytics) to devise marketing strategies for both on-site and off-site initiatives....

Public Relations Specialist

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Vidmob is the creative data company. Its scoring software and analytics have become an essential ingredient in the creative and media decisions of the world's largest marketers and agencies, as...

Public Relations Specialist

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

provide public relations and communications for clients across situations including public affairs, mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, investor-related issues, crisis, corporate governance...

Assistant Media Planner

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities The role of an Assistant Media Planner is to be responsible for planning traditional and digital media channels....

Paid Media Coordinator (JF20-18405368)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

advertising, paid media, or a related field- Experience and/or passion for mission driven work / caused based work- Hands-on experience with ad platforms like Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, or similar...

Media Coordinator, Local Media

  • Pearl River, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pearl River, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 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 Media Planner, Digital

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

how those functions can or should be applied relative to the media planning process Experience in negotiating and constructing digital media plans Robust proficiency in basic functions within systems...

Senior Manager, Media Buyer

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in media planning with ecommerce vendor platforms....

Senior Manager, Media Planner

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

media plans and other deliverables....

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Salary for Media Specialist Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Media Specialists in Jersey City, NJ 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
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Media Specialists in Jersey City, NJ
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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