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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Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare marketing. Lead cross-functional initiatives, provide strategic insights, and boost client success through innovative, data-driven campaigns in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex digital projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective team collaboration. Utilize your expertise to manage scope, budgets, and risks while mentoring junior...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by driving brand awareness and demand generation through innovative marketing strategies in a dynamic consulting environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$216K - $303K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $245K *

Lead the charge in developing and empowering a high-performing sales team. Foster a strong team culture while driving improvement and accountability in a rapidly changing environment, leveraging data...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $177K *

Innovate integrated marketing strategies to enhance customer engagement and loyalty. Lead cross-channel campaigns that align with business goals, ensuring a seamless customer journey from acquisition...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $126K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $265K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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

$88K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $144K *

Empower enterprise clients by leveraging programmatic advertising and AI-driven insights to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with SaaS teams to enhance customer relationships and unlock value, contri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $108K *

Join us to lead marketing analytics and reporting initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration and advanced data strategies. Your expertise will empower holistic insights, critical KPIs, and im...

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

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Drive data-driven programmatic advertising campaigns that align with business goals. Collaborate with teams to optimize ad placements and improve ROI through real-time bidding and audience insights, a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$141K - $212K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $111K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative paid social and video strategies across Meta, TikTok, and YouTube. Leverage AI tools for creative testing and performance measurement, ensuring operational excel...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

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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.