Paid Media Manager Jobs

Discover Paid Media Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These professionals plan, launch, and optimize paid advertising campaigns across search engines, social networks, programmatic platforms, and other digital channels. Browse vetted openings for experienced marketers ready to lead investment strategy, improve campaign performance, and connect advertising spend to business growth.

What Does a Paid Media Manager Do?

Paid Media Managers oversee the strategy and execution of paid digital campaigns. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing budgets, selecting channels and audiences, guiding creative testing, analyzing performance, and sharing recommendations with marketing and executive teams. They often collaborate with brand, growth, analytics, sales, and agency partners.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with paid search and paid social platforms, campaign measurement, budget management, audience targeting, testing, and reporting. Strong candidates can interpret performance data, communicate insights clearly, and adjust plans as business goals and market conditions change. Familiarity with analytics tools, attribution approaches, and marketing automation may also be valuable.

Career Opportunities in Paid Media

Paid media roles span industries and company sizes, from in-house marketing teams to agencies and technology businesses. Experienced managers may advance into director-level positions, performance marketing leadership, growth marketing, or broader digital marketing roles. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and opportunities that match your experience.

Find Paid Media Manager Jobs on Ladders

Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Explore Paid Media Manager listings and discover opportunities where you can apply your advertising expertise to high-impact campaigns and business objectives.

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$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated media strategies and client partnerships across pharmaceutical and life sciences accounts, driving business growth and ensuring exceptional delivery and client...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Champion integrated media strategies for pharmaceutical clients, driving engagement and measurable outcomes. Lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that address complex healthcare...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of media and healthcare by leading integrated planning and strategy for pharmaceutical clients. Drive impactful engagement initiatives while mentoring a talente...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize profitable growth by owning an eight-figure media portfolio across Google and Microsoft. Drive strategy, build campaigns, and collaborate with partners to enhance performance in affiliate and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at driving revenue growth by acquiring new customers and managing existing relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure high satisfaction...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $155K *

Lead the optimization of a multi-channel media portfolio, enhancing performance analytics and driving strategic insights across Membership, Insurance, and Travel. Collaborate cross-functionally to ele...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$78K - $85K *

Lead the charge in executing influencer marketing projects from inception to completion, ensuring exceptional client service and strategic solutions while managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our demand generation efforts by orchestrating targeted marketing strategies that engage key accounts in the Corporate Tech sector. Collaborate with leadership to drive pipeline growth and enh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize data product delivery by collaborating with stakeholders to define roadmaps, manage backlogs, and drive adoption. Leverage analytics and engineering expertise to ensure high-quality, impactfu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of AI-driven product initiatives that enhance customer innovation and drive revenue growth. Collaborate across teams to translate insights into actionable product strategies and deliv...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of scientific sales by driving growth across diverse markets. Leverage your expertise to build relationships and solve complex challenges while managing the full s...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $367K *

Elevate organizational effectiveness by serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving clarity and accountability across cross-functional initiatives, and translating complex challenges...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $90K *

Shape the future of book marketing by developing innovative campaigns for diverse titles. Collaborate with authors and teams to drive awareness and sales, while managing budgets and executing strategi...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$84K - $99K *

Join a team that's driving growth through innovative demand generation strategies. You'll lead cross-channel marketing campaigns, leveraging data and AI to enhance brand awareness and conversion for e...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$91K *

Engage with creators and new media partners to drive impactful campaigns. Oversee operations, manage relationships, and support initiatives that expand outreach and foster collaboration across diverse...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Collaborate with clients to enhance their social media strategies using healthcare insights, data-driven execution, and creative content development for multi-channel success. This role demands a proa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate brand visibility and engagement by managing PR agency partnerships, developing internal communications strategies, and ensuring consistent messaging across channels to strengthen organizationa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in customer marketing by transforming client success stories into powerful advocacy programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate customer voices, drive engagement, and...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of advertising by leading product strategy for AI-driven commerce experiences. Shape innovative advertising solutions that enhance customer interactions and redefine brand engagem...

San Bruno, CARemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $100K *

Champion the social media strategy for women's health, driving engagement and growth. Oversee creative execution, manage timelines, and collaborate with teams to ensure impactful campaigns that resona...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of integrated marketing strategies by owning the creative process from ideation to execution. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful campaigns that drive performance and renewals...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$158K - $166K *

Empower innovation in ad formats by leading cross-functional teams to create engaging user experiences. Drive growth for new advertisers while managing strategic partnerships and executing impactful p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $174K *

Drive innovation in ad formats by managing cross-functional teams and partnerships. Shape user experiences that engage new advertisers and enhance revenue streams, while executing strategic initiative...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower clients by driving scalable growth through strategic paid media management and insightful marketing analytics. Foster collaboration across teams to align marketing efforts with client business...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Strategize and execute marketplace growth initiatives on Amazon and TikTok Shop, driving sales and profitability while managing P&L and aligning with omnichannel objectives. Lead operations, performan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Paid Media Manager do?question toggle

    A Paid Media Manager plans and manages paid advertising campaigns across channels such as search, social, and programmatic. The role typically includes budget oversight, audience and channel strategy, testing, performance analysis, and reporting.

  • What skills are important for Paid Media Manager jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include paid search and social campaign management, budget planning, data analysis, performance reporting, audience targeting, experimentation, and clear communication. Specific platform and analytics requirements vary by employer.

  • What types of companies hire Paid Media Managers?question toggle

    Paid Media Managers work in a wide range of organizations, including in-house marketing teams, agencies, ecommerce companies, technology firms, and other businesses that invest in digital advertising.

  • What career paths can follow a Paid Media Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced Paid Media Managers may progress to director or head-of-paid-media roles, performance or growth marketing leadership, or broader digital marketing positions, depending on their experience and organization.

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

    Browse Paid Media Manager listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.