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How much does a Media Planning & Strategy Manager make in San Diego, CA? The average Media Planning & Strategy Manager salary in San Diego, CA is $141,100 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $121,889 and $165,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Media Planning & Strategy Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Media Planning & Strategy Manager Salary $104,398 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Media Planning & Strategy Manager Salary $121,889 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Media Planning & Strategy Manager Salary $141,100 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Media Planning & Strategy Manager Salary $165,600 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Media Planning & Strategy Manager Salary $187,906 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
25% $121,889 10% $104,398 90% $187,906 75% $165,600 $141,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Media Planning & Strategy Manager manages a team responsible for maximizing the impact of advertising campaigns. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the media planning function. Being a Media Planning & Strategy Manager uses analytics to design innovative strategies to ensure the client's marketing campaigns reach the target audience. Designs, develops, and executes media and advertising plans that support the client's overall marketing strategy, message, and objectives. In addition, Media Planning & Strategy Manager oversees campaign tactics and execution to monitor spending, manage budgets, and control pacing, optimization, and timelines for all types of media campaigns. Guides negotiations for media buys, pricing, and media placement scheduling with vendors. Researches and recommends new media strategies, platforms, and channels to explore or utilize for future campaigns or ongoing campaign evolvement. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a director. The Media Planning & Strategy Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Media Planning & Strategy Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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