Director, Media Jobs

Find Director, Media opportunities that match your experience leading media strategy, planning, buying, and performance. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, connecting experienced media leaders with employers seeking strategic direction and measurable results.

What Does a Director of Media Do?

Directors of Media guide how organizations reach and engage audiences across channels. Depending on the company, the role may include setting media strategy, overseeing campaigns and budgets, managing agency or in-house teams, negotiating placements, and evaluating performance. Directors often partner with marketing, communications, analytics, and executive teams to ensure media investments support business goals.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for leadership experience in media planning or buying, strong analytical and budget-management skills, and the ability to translate audience insights into effective campaigns. Familiarity with digital, social, search, programmatic, broadcast, and emerging media channels can be valuable. Clear communication, vendor and agency management, and a track record of improving campaign outcomes can also help candidates stand out.

Explore Director, Media Career Opportunities

Director, Media roles vary by industry, organization size, and channel mix. Some focus on brand and integrated media strategy; others emphasize performance marketing, paid media, or media operations. Browse Ladders for vetted Director, Media jobs paying $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities based on responsibilities, qualifications, and career goals.

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$150K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in optimizing digital marketing operations. Drive innovation in email, newsletters, and customer journeys while collaborating across departments to enhanc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing digital subscription marketing operations, enhancing email and newsletter strategies, and managing a skilled team. Collaborate across departments to drive technology solu...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $185K *

Elevate enterprise applications and data management by leading a team to ensure reliable, secure, and compliant systems. Drive integration and support for core business processes while collaborating w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $204K *

Drive financial strategy and operations, collaborating with leadership to identify growth opportunities, evaluate partnerships, and ensure actionable insights for strategic decision-making in a dynami...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $204K *

Join us to shape financial strategy and operations, driving growth through strategic planning, financial analysis, and partnership evaluation. Collaborate with leadership to transform ambitious ideas...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $250K *

Pioneer transformative client solutions and drive business growth as a senior leader. Manage diverse portfolios, foster strategic partnerships, and nurture team talent to deliver exceptional outcomes...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $230K *

Drive success at the intersection of Linear and Digital Video, leading a high-performing team to enhance client relationships, optimize strategies, and deliver innovative solutions that elevate campai...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing veteran healthcare services. Lead strategic initiatives, manage operations, and ensure compliance while fostering community relationships to improve patient c...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $103K *

Empower communities by leading strategic communications initiatives that amplify our mission, enhance media relations, and drive impactful storytelling. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to shape...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in growth marketing by optimizing customer acquisition strategies, managing paid media budgets, and driving innovative channel experiments. Collaborate closely with the CMO to enhance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative product strategies across multiple portfolios, driving AI-native innovations, and fostering a culture of rapid experimentation to enhance user experiences an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Drive transformative AI-native strategies by leading cross-functional teams to enhance product integrity and user trust. Shape metrics and decision-making processes while fostering a culture of innova...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Accelerate innovation by leading cross-functional teams to develop AI-driven product strategies, shaping integrity metrics and enhancing decision-making across multiple product areas while fostering a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive high-value B2B paid media strategies and growth across multiple channels while leading a team of media professionals, ensuring client success and operational excellence in performance marketing...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Drive strategic media initiatives by leading Social and Programmatic teams, optimizing campaigns, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance and mentor a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $181K *

Unlock the potential of audience data by managing DMP operations and collaborating with media teams to enhance marketing strategies. Drive insights and optimize client investments through effective da...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Empower a cohesive marketing strategy that elevates brand recognition across subsidiaries. Collaborate with leadership to manage campaigns, community initiatives, and team development while ensuring i...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the organization in fiscal, operational, and program development areas, ensuring effective management and community relations while fostering a positive environment for staff and residents...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$500K+*

Join a dynamic team to lead privacy legal support for a rapidly scaling global advertising business. Drive compliance and innovation by advising on data practices, embedding privacy-by-design, and fos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of advertising by leading privacy legal support for a global business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive responsible growth i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$170K - $303K *

Drive innovative product development programs through effective leadership and strategic management, overseeing all phases from conception to market launch while ensuring cross-functional collaboratio...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping executive development for senior leaders. Design innovative programs that enhance leadership skills, facilitate deep engagements, and integrate cutting-edge research to ensu...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $240K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a strategic Revenue Operations team, aligning Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success. Create scalable processes and data-driven insights to enhance performance across t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Oversee and innovate executive development initiatives, enhancing leadership capabilities for Meta's senior leaders. Anticipate needs and design impactful programs to facilitate growth amidst organiza...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Champion a dynamic marketing strategy that drives brand growth and sales ROI. Lead a small team, manage full-funnel marketing efforts, and collaborate closely with product and sales to convert leads i...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Media do?question toggle

    A Director of Media leads media strategy and execution, which can include planning and buying, budget oversight, team and agency management, and campaign measurement across relevant channels.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Media jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek substantial experience in media planning, buying, or marketing leadership, along with analytical, communication, budget-management, and team-leadership skills. Requirements vary by role.

  • Which channels might a Director of Media oversee?question toggle

    Depending on the organization, a Director of Media may oversee digital, social, search, programmatic, broadcast, print, or integrated media campaigns.

  • What salary range can I expect for Director, Media jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and role responsibilities.