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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$86K - $138K *

Transform customer engagement through data-driven strategies, leveraging CRM and CDP expertise to enhance personalized experiences and optimize marketing effectiveness across channels. Drive product v...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $175K *

Innovate measurement and causal strategies to drive executive decisions, establishing frameworks that enhance data-driven insights across pricing, growth, and marketing. Lead scientific governance and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $99K *

Unlock potential by driving the social media presence of our CEO and brand. Collaborate closely with leadership to create engaging content that resonates with audiences, while managing day-to-day exec...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead generative engine optimization strategies, transforming insights into actionable plans across SEO, content, and digital PR. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance client visibility...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $272K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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$80K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in integrating creative technology with publishers and DSPs. Own technical onboarding, troubleshoot issues, and enhance documentation to ensure seamless ad operations and support for p...

Vancouver, BCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $125K *

Lead technology operations for global teams, optimizing systems and support. Collaborate on strategic AI solutions, ensuring compliance and enhancing workflows. Drive efficiency and innovation in a dy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $242K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $243K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$144K - $186K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Optimize client strategies and drive business growth by leading integrated media planning across channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into actionable recommendations...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$211K - $248K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

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

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $125K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.