Plan B

Advertising Manager

Camp Sequoia

What They Do

Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in products or services.

Work Enviroment

Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers typically work in an office setting. They may travel to meet with clients or media representatives. Most of these managers work full time, and some work more than 40 hours per week.

How To Become One

Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers typically need a bachelor’s degree. They also typically need work experience in a related occupation.

Pay

The median annual wage for advertising managers was $126,960 in May 2024. The median annual wage for marketing managers was $161,030 in May 2024.

Job Outlook

Overall employment of advertising, promotions, and marketing managers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. About 36,400 openings for advertising, promotions, and marketing managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Similar Occupations

Advertising Sales Agents, Art Directors, Graphic Designers, and Sales Managers.

More Information

. Advertising Managers collaborate with creative teams, negotiate media contracts, oversee budgets, and analyze campaign performance to maximize ROI and reach target audiences. Directs art directors, copywriters, and digital marketers to ensure cohesive brand messaging.

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