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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$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a strategic role in Production Operations, ensuring optimal performance through leadership, resource management, and continuous improvement, while cultivating a high-performing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Drive impactful community and economic development communications for global data centers. Shape narratives that highlight economic benefits and engage stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project go...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in product marketing strategy and customer success with a focus on competitive differentiation, adoption, and sales enablement for a B2B software product. Leverage AI insights to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing timelines, budgets, and client relationships. Collaborate with creative teams to ensure efficient delivery while navigating challenges and maintaining high-quality st...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Partner with us to lead strategic initiatives for Eli Lilly, driving creative solutions that connect health brands with audiences. Build relationships, guide teams, and ensure financial health while n...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Unlock strategic leadership by guiding client partnerships and cross-functional teams, driving creative solutions that resonate with patient audiences while ensuring business growth and financial heal...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives for a major healthcare partnership, driving creative solutions and fostering client relationships. You'll guide cross-functional teams, ensuring impactful campaig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic leader, driving impactful creative solutions for healthcare brands. Build strong client relationships, guide cross-functional teams, and champion growth while ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $300K *

Transform the visual identity of our brand through dynamic motion design, creating compelling launch videos and social content while overseeing the entire production process from concept to execution...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects to enhance tech initiatives and drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and quality outcomes in a dynamic, internat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$77K - $126K *

Elevate your storytelling skills as a Multimedia Content Creator, crafting engaging visual content for diverse platforms. Collaborate with teams to connect audiences through authentic narratives that...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$77K - $126K *

Unlock potential by creating compelling multimedia content that engages audiences across various platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance brand storytelling and drive impactful communications thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $175K *

Shape engaging multimedia experiences by designing graphics and interactive interfaces. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solutions using industry-standard software, ensuring compliance w...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $192K *

Drive operational excellence by managing digital media workflows, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement. Leverage analytical skills to optimize processes and enhance team performance in a fa...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $140K *

Unlock creative potential by producing engaging videos and visual content that enhance project communications and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality materials on ti...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $120K *

Lead the management of client media portfolios, develop strategies, and mentor a team. Build strong client relationships, negotiate video purchases, and analyze market trends to drive effective media...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Champion strategic direction and team excellence in social media buying. Drive business growth, oversee media execution, and mentor high-performing teams while maintaining deep industry expertise and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $137K *

Transform your career by leveraging digital analytics to drive insights and optimize marketing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer journeys and campaign performance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $105K *

Transform digital media campaigns by leading a talented team to optimize performance, drive operational excellence, and ensure alignment with client objectives across various digital channels...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative media strategies that leverage data-driven insights. Collaborate with clients and oversee campaign operations to ensure impactful results across...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower our marketing initiatives by leading creative strategy and execution for impactful campaigns. Drive customer acquisition and revenue growth through innovative messaging and collaboration acros...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading comprehensive media marketing strategies, enhancing client engagement across various channels, and driving performance analysis to optimize campaigns for Fortune 100 client...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and execution of large-scale data centers, managing complex projects from initiation to construction. Oversee integrated schedules and governance, ensuring accountability while enabli...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead transformative engagements with global enterprises, guiding C-suite executives in building AI capabilities and navigating digital innovation. Drive strategic direction, manage client relationship...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading talent management initiatives, enhancing recruitment strategies, and developing robust learning frameworks to drive organizational success and employee growth across mul...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.