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Working As An Associate Media Director

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Thinking Creatively
Getting Information

Deal with People
Mostly Sitting
Make Decisions
Stressful
$104,140
Average Salary

Example Of What An Associate Media Director does

Researched, analyzed, and tested new online buying opportunities.
Participated in four new business pitches.
Consult with and advise clients on marketing and media strategies, budgets, P&L, ROI.
Presented post analysis results, as well as POV for special opportunities.
Coached a team of media planners and supervisors.
Manage team responsible for the strategic development, tactical execution and measurement of brand and direct response advertising campaigns.
Supervised a team of five planners/assistant planners.
Account categories include tourism, gaming, and insurance.
Develop and define RFP process and requirements to begin and maintain vendor relationships.
Managed over $25MM media spend annually and had three direct reports.
Managed a $15MM budget; negotiated with media providers and delivered media plan recommendations to clients.
Acquired two new clients in 4 months.
Charged with Field Marketing Account Management and Media working on 25 local Wendy's Co-ops.
Created a new financial tracking report to simplify complex agency billing procedures and budgets.
Work closely with analytics team to 1.
Negotiated sports sponsorships for Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa.
Negotiated TV schedules to complement overall video efforts.
Provided continuity in client relations and bridged data gaps during the transition process.
Developed Direct Response strategies and buys for Embarq in 26 DMA's.
Liaised with client decision makers to identify target audiences and shape strategies for defined market segments.

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How To Become An Associate Media Director

Public relations and fundraising managers need at least a bachelor’s degree, and some positions may require a master’s degree. Many years of related work experience are also necessary.

Education

For public relations and fundraising management positions, a bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, English, fundraising, or journalism is generally required. However, some employers prefer a master’s degree, particularly in public relations, journalism, fundraising, or nonprofit management.

Courses in advertising, business administration, public affairs, public speaking, and creative and technical writing can be helpful.

Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

Although not mandatory, public relations managers can get certified through the Public Relations Society of America. Candidates qualify based on years of experience and must pass an exam to become certified.

The International Association of Business Communicators offers a credential to demonstrate a level of knowledge and expertise.

The Certified Fund Raising Executive program, offered by CFRE International, is voluntary, but fundraisers who pursue certification demonstrate a level of professional competency to prospective employers. Candidates are required to have 5 years of work experience in fundraising and have 80 hours of continuing education through conference attendance and classroom instruction to qualify. Fundraisers must apply for renewal every 3 years to keep their certification valid.

Work Experience in a Related Occupation

Public relations and fundraising managers must have several years of experience in a related or entry-level position, such as a public relations specialist or fundraiser.

Lower level management positions may require only a few years of experience, whereas directors are more likely to need 5 to 10 years of related work experience.

Important Qualities

Communication skills. Managers deal with the public regularly; therefore, they must be friendly enough to build rapport and receive cooperation from their media contacts and donors.

Leadership skills. Public relations and fundraising managers often lead large teams of specialists or fundraisers and must be able to guide their activities.

Organizational skills. Public relations and fundraising managers are often in charge of running several events at the same time, requiring superior organizational skills.

Problem-solving skills. Managers sometimes must explain how the company or client is handling sensitive issues. They must use good judgment in what they report and how they report it.

Speaking skills. Public relations and fundraising managers regularly speak on behalf of their organization. When doing so, they must be able to explain the organization’s position clearly.

Writing skills. Managers must be able to write well-organized and clear press releases and speeches. They must be able to grasp the key messages they want to get across and write them succinctly in order to keep the attention of busy readers or listeners.

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Associate Media Director Career Paths

Associate Media Director

Media Director

Marketing Director

Account Director

Business Development Director

11 Yearsyrs

Director Of Strategy

Chief Marketing Officer

10 Yearsyrs

Marketing Manager

Director Of Communications And Marketing

Planning Director

Account Director

Media Director

Marketing Manager

Senior Director Of Marketing

13 Yearsyrs

Marketing Director

Senior Vice President Of Marketing

12 Yearsyrs

Director Of Strategy

Vice President, Strategy

13 Yearsyrs

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Associate Media Director Demographics

Gender

Female
55.2%
Male
43.3%
Unknown
1.5%

Ethnicity

White
78.0%
Hispanic or Latino
12.7%
Asian
7.4%
Unknown
1.4%
Black or African American
0.4%

Languages Spoken

Spanish
58.8%
French
17.6%
Vietnamese
5.9%
German
5.9%
Cantonese
5.9%
Italian
5.9%

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Associate Media Director Education

Schools

Michigan State University
16.5%
Syracuse University
6.6%
Boston University
6.6%
Pepperdine University
6.6%
Hofstra University
5.5%
University of Kansas
5.5%
University of Florida
4.4%
University of Iowa
4.4%
Saint John's University - New York
4.4%
New York University
4.4%
Northeastern University
4.4%
Pace University - New York
4.4%
George Washington University
3.3%
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
3.3%
University of California - Los Angeles
3.3%
Fairfield University
3.3%
Wayne State University
3.3%
University of Wisconsin Extension
3.3%
Fordham University
3.3%
University of Southern California
3.3%

Majors

Marketing 20.2%
Advertising 15.9%
Communication 14.8%
Business 13.4%
English 5.8%
Public Relations 4.7%
Psychology 4.3%
Political Science 3.6%
Journalism 3.2%
Management 2.2%
Sociology 1.8%
Economics 1.8%
Fine Arts 1.4%
Business Communications 1.4%
Audiovisual Communications Technologies 1.1%
Photography 1.1%
Digital Media 1.1%
Business Economics 0.7%
Theology 0.7%
Education 0.7%

Degrees

Bachelors
77.2%
Masters
14.8%
Other
7.1%
Certificate
0.6%
Associate
0.3%

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Real Associate Media Director Salaries

Job Title	Company	Location	Start Date	Salary
Associate Media Director	PHD Media LLC	New York, NY	Sep 01, 2010	$140,000
Associate Media Director, Digital/Magazine Activation	Zenith Media Services, Inc.	New York, NY	Jul 12, 2016	$108,500
Associate Media Director	NEO@Ogilvy LLC	Vista, CA	May 18, 2016	$105,000
Associate Media Director	Rubin Postaer and Associates	Santa Monica, CA	Sep 17, 2012	$101,000
Associate Media Director, Strategy	Canvas Worldwide, LLC	Vista, CA	Jan 01, 2016	$100,000
Associate Media Director	Ogilvyone, LLC	New York, NY	Dec 10, 2015	$100,000
Associate Media Director	LBI Us, LLC	New York, NY	Sep 15, 2012	$100,000
Digital Associate Media Director	Starcom Mediavest Group, Inc.	New York, NY	May 15, 2011	$100,000
Associate Media Director	360I, LLC	New York, NY	Jan 05, 2015	$95,000 - $120,000
Associate Media Director	Carat USA, Inc.	San Francisco, CA	Jul 08, 2012	$95,000
Associate Media Director	NEO@Ogilvy LLC	New York, NY	Dec 26, 2016	$86,500

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Top Skills for An Associate Media Director

Top Associate Media Director Skills

Strategic Development
Online
Assistant Planners

You can check out examples of real life uses of top skills on resumes here:

Manage team responsible for the strategic development, tactical execution and measurement of brand and direct response advertising campaigns.
Resulted in simplified way to accurately traffic all local media (broadcast & online) across all markets.
Supervised account's budget control and the workload of buyers & assistant planners.
Play key role on proposals and sales presentations, and in ongoing client relationships.
Assisted on new business pitches and managed the media internship program.