Media Manager

About the Role

Dentsu MENA is seeking a Media Manager to join their team in Jeddah. This full-time role involves leading day-to-day media planning and campaign delivery for key client accounts. The ideal candidate will possess strong cross-channel media knowledge and analytical skills to translate business objectives into effective media plans.

Role Overview

The Media Manager will collaborate with internal teams, managing the full planning and execution cycle of media campaigns. This position requires ensuring campaigns are delivered with precision, efficiency, and measurable impact, while also fostering strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead media planning across digital and offline channels, ensuring alignment with client goals and brand strategy.
• Develop annual and quarterly media plans, including budget allocation, channel mix, and audience strategies.
• Manage end-to-end campaign execution, from briefing and activation to optimization and reporting.
• Monitor pacing, delivery, and performance to ensure campaigns meet KPIs and quality standards.
• Collaborate with creative, performance, analytics, and strategy teams to deliver integrated communication solutions.
• Analyze campaign data and research sources to generate insights and inform future planning.
• Prepare and present media plans, rationales, and performance reports to clients.
• Build strong client relationships and act as a day-to-day point of contact for all media-related queries.
• Supervise and guide junior planners to support their development and ensure operational excellence.
• Stay updated on market trends, new media opportunities, and platform developments.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 4-6 years of experience in a relevant media role.
• Agency experience is required.
• Strong cross-channel media knowledge.
• Analytical thinking skills.

Skills and Attributes

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, requiring collaboration with various internal teams and direct client interaction.