Media Manager Jobs

Discover Media Manager jobs with organizations seeking experienced professionals to lead media strategy and execution. Ladders features vetted career opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that match your expertise and next-step goals.

What Does a Media Manager Do?

Media Managers plan and oversee how brands communicate with their audiences across channels. Depending on the organization, the role may include developing media plans, managing budgets, evaluating agencies and vendors, coordinating campaigns, and measuring performance. Media Managers often work across digital, social, broadcast, print, and emerging platforms, partnering with marketing, creative, analytics, and communications teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong strategic thinking, budget management, negotiation, communication, and project leadership skills. Familiarity with media planning and buying tools, audience research, campaign analytics, and digital advertising platforms can be valuable. Senior positions may also require experience leading teams, managing agency relationships, and connecting media investments to broader business objectives.

Media Manager Career Opportunities

Media Manager titles and responsibilities vary by company and industry. Related roles may include Senior Media Manager, Media Planning Manager, Paid Media Manager, Digital Media Manager, and Media Strategy Manager. Explore listings to compare responsibilities, preferred experience, compensation, and work arrangements.

Find Media Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Media Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use job details and filters to focus your search, then apply to roles aligned with your qualifications and career ambitions.

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$81K - $129K *

Unlock potential by designing intuitive digital experiences that simplify complex workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable solutions and govern design systems for global c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Design and develop interactive training content using multimedia tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure courseware meets standards and accessibility requirements. Manage course registrations and main...

Little Rock, ARRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate on complex, cross-functional projects supporting initiatives for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, driving strategic planning and execution across arts, culture, and global engagement...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading technical operations for major news coverage, overseeing infrastructure and equipment while managing teams and vendor partnerships to ensure seamless and secure news techno...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Manage and transform priority initiatives by leading high-stakes projects, ensuring effective execution of supplemental appropriations while collaborating across teams to drive programmatic success an...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$78K - $137K *

Empower global customer acquisition through innovative mobile marketing strategies. Drive impactful campaigns, optimize performance, and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance mobile app growth and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career with a role ensuring secure identity management across an enterprise. Collaborate with teams to enhance access governance, improve workflows, and support compliance while maintai...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Join us as a Director of Media Strategy, leading high-impact media strategies and planning across valuable accounts. Drive results through data insights, manage teams, and foster cross-functional part...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing media strategy. As a senior leader, you'll shape data-driven, full-funnel strategies, manage key accounts, and guide your team toward excellence. Your insights will...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative media strategies that drive measurable outcomes. Leverage deep expertise and data-driven insights to elevate client campaigns while mentoring a dedicated team in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in shaping media strategy and planning for key accounts, leveraging data-driven insights to drive outcomes while managing a high-performing team and fostering client relationships to e...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Elevate media strategy by leading innovative planning efforts that align with business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive client success through data-driven insights and expert...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in innovative media strategy development, managing integrated plans while driving measurable business outcomes. Oversee a team of strategists, ensuring high-quality deliverables and cl...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Champion data-driven media strategies by leading innovative campaigns and delivering measurable outcomes across diverse platforms while managing team dynamics and client relationships to elevate overa...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Drive impactful media strategies that elevate brands through data-driven insights and comprehensive planning across multiple channels. Lead a dedicated team, ensuring strategic excellence that connect...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive product strategy and lifecycle for Commercial Displays and Projectors, ensuring market competitiveness and successful execution across teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape product dire...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $139K *

Accelerate your career by leading innovative media strategies that connect brand goals with measurable outcomes, guiding a talented team, and transforming data into powerful insights for senior client...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$122K - $302K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic initiatives and delivering innovative marketing solutions. Leverage expertise in Content Automation and Generative AI to enhance content operations...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing daily activities, overseeing team performance, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and profitability within the business unit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$240K - $362K *

Champion innovative ad measurement solutions, driving go-to-market strategies and translating complex methodologies into compelling narratives for brand advertisers and agencies, while collaborating a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$240K - $362K *

Manage the go-to-market strategy for innovative ad measurement solutions, translating complex methodologies into clear value propositions for US advertisers. Collaborate across teams to drive adoption...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$240K - $362K *

Reimagine advertising strategies by leading go-to-market initiatives for innovative measurement solutions, translating complex methodologies into compelling narratives that drive revenue and enhance c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $200K *

Drive impactful insights and analytics for entertainment content across platforms. Lead a high-performing team to translate complex data into strategic recommendations, enhancing decision-making for N...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $155K *

Join us to lead strategic digital transformation initiatives, driving collaboration across teams to deliver innovative AI-driven solutions. You'll manage client relationships, mentor junior members, a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion the optimization of business systems for Legal, Safety, and Environmental teams. Drive continuous improvement and support for Icertis and related applications, enhancing user experience and o...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Media Manager do?question toggle

    A Media Manager develops and oversees media plans and campaigns, manages budgets and partners, coordinates with internal teams, and evaluates results across relevant channels.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Media Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value experience in media planning or buying, campaign analytics, budget management, communication, and project leadership. Senior roles may call for team leadership and agency management experience.

  • What is the difference between a Media Manager and a Paid Media Manager?question toggle

    A Media Manager may oversee a broader mix of channels and media strategy, while a Paid Media Manager often focuses specifically on paid advertising campaigns, optimization, and performance.

  • How can I find Media Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Media Manager listings on Ladders, where vetted professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, qualifications, and responsibilities.