Media Product Development Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Media Product Development Manager make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Media Product Development Manager in the United States is $107,337 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a Media Product Development Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,342
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,602 to $117,285
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,649
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Media Product Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $117,285 $9,774 $2,255 $56
Average $107,337 $8,945 $2,064 $52
25th Percentile $98,602 $8,217 $1,896 $47
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Key Factors That Influence Media Product Development Manager Salaries

A Media Product Development Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Media Product Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Media Product Development Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $104,078
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $104,469
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,773
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $107,337
  • Expert (over 8 years): $109,861
Levels Salary
Entry Level Media Product Development Manager$104,078
Intermediate Level Media Product Development Manager$104,469
Senior Level Media Product Development Manager$105,773
Specialist Level Media Product Development Manager$107,337
Expert Level Media Product Development Manager$109,861
$104,078 0 yr
$104,469 < 2 yrs
$105,773 2-4 yrs
$107,337 5-8 yrs
$109,861 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Media Product Development Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $135,384
  • San Francisco: $134,053
  • Oakland: $131,080

What Skills Can Increase a Media Product Development Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Results Oriented (Mentioned in 2.16% Job Postings): An individual or organization that focuses on outcome rather than process used to produce a product or deliver a service.
  • Career Development (Mentioned in 1.44% Job Postings): Refers to the process an individual may undergo to evolve their occupational status. It is the process of making decisions for long term learning, to align personal needs of physical or psychological fulfillment with career advancement opportunities.
  • Amazon Web Services (Mentioned in 0.72% Job Postings): AWS (Amazon Web Services) is a comprehensive, evolving cloud computing platform provided by Amazon. It offers several on-demand operations like compute power, database storage, content delivery, etc. to help corporates scale and grow.
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Results Oriented 2.16%
Career Development 1.44%
Amazon Web Services 0.72%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Media Product Development Manager's salary.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • AWS: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Interviewing: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Dedication
 $135,245
26%
AWS
 $135,245
26%
Interviewing
 $127,731
19%
Career Development
 $126,658
18%
Computer Science
 $116,997
9%
Scheduling
 $116,997
9%
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How Education impacts a Media Product Development Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Media Product Development Managers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Media Product Development Manager with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $89,758 and $100,085).

Media Product Development Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Media Product Development Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 2.0%
Associates 3.4%
Bachelors 57.1%
Masters 33.3%
Doctorate 3.4%
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Media Product Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Media Product Development Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$98,602
Average $107,337/year
$117,285
$8,217
Average $8,945/month
$9,774
$1,896
Average $2,064/week
$2,255
$47
Average $52/hour
$56
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $117,285 $9,774 $2,255 $56
Average $107,337 $8,945 $2,064 $52
25th Percentile $98,602 $8,217 $1,896 $47

Media Product Development Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Media Product Development Manager
Category Management Director
Product/Brand Marketing Director
VP of Category Management
VP of Product/Brand Marketing

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Media Product Development Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Media Product Development Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Category Management Director $181,461 69%
Product/Brand Marketing Director $206,501 92%

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Salary Trends for Media Product Development Manager

Salaries for a Media Product Development Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $149,674 in 2023 to around $148,664 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Media Product Development Manager salary trends, .

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FAQ about Media Product Development Manager

1. Where can a Media Product Development Manager earn the most?

A Media Product Development Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Media Product Development Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Media Product Development Manager is $135,384.

2. What is the highest pay for Media Product Development Manager?

The highest pay for Media Product Development Manager is $126,342.

3. What is the lowest pay for Media Product Development Manager?

The lowest pay for Media Product Development Manager is $90,649.

4. What are the responsibilities of Media Product Development Manager?

Manages the media product development team. Evaluates capital expenditures, revenue potential, and production methods of new media products. Manages the overall media product development process from concept to commercialization. Monitors work flow and deadlines. Provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring to development staff. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience.

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