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Advertising Managers
Advertising Managers plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.
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What they do
Advertising Managers plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.
- Plan and prepare advertising and promotional material to increase sales of products or services, working with customers, company officials, sales departments, and advertising agencies.
- Inspect layouts and advertising copy and edit scripts, audio and videotapes, and other promotional material for adherence to specifications.
- Assist with annual budget development.
- Confer with department heads or staff to discuss topics such as contracts, selection of advertising media, or product to be advertised.
Typical day
On a daily basis, Advertising and Promotions Managers plan and execute advertising policies and strategies for organizations. They direct, motivate and monitor the mobilization of a campaign team to advance campaign goals.
A typical day for an Advertising and Promotions Manager will also include:
- Contact organizations to explain services and facilities offered.
- Coordinate activities of departments, such as sales, graphic arts, media, finance, and research.
- Plan and prepare advertising and promotional material to increase sales of products or services, working with customers, company officials, sales departments, and advertising agencies.
- Inspect layouts and advertising copy and edit scripts, audio and videotapes, and other promotional material for adherence to specifications.
- Confer with department heads or staff to discuss topics such as contracts, selection of advertising media, or product to be advertised.
Other responsibilities
Besides their typical day, Advertising and Promotions Managers also monitor and analyze sales promotion results to determine the cost-effectiveness of promotion campaigns. They may also consult publications to learn about conventions and social functions and to organize prospect files for promotional purposes.
On a weekly to monthly basis, Advertising and Promotions Managers read trade journals and professional literature to stay informed on trends, innovations, and changes that affect media planning. They might also formulate plans to extend business with established accounts and to transact business as agents for advertising accounts.
In addition, they prepare budgets and submit estimates for program costs as part of campaign plan development.
Although specific duties may vary, many of them direct and coordinate product research and development.
To some Advertising and Promotions Managers, it is also their responsibility to create media notices about events.
What is the job like
Job satisfaction
Is this job meaningful
69% said they were satisfied with their job and 30% said they found their job meaningful.
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Pros
Suitable for people who like to start and carry out projects.
Suitable for people who value achievements and are results-oriented.
This career is perfect for people who love to work indoors.
One of the highest-paid careers in the world.
Cons
Not suitable for people who like practical and hands-on work.
It is hard to get into this career. A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for this career.
Long working hours (More than 40 hours per week).
How much do they make
Average salary
Average hourly wage
Entry-level Advertising Managers with little to no experience can expect to make anywhere between $68,940 to $91,910 per year or $33 to $44 per hour.
| Salary by experience | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Highest (Top 10%) | $208,000+ | $100+ |
| Senior (Top 25%) | $181,800 | $87 |
| Median | $133,460 | $64 |
| Junior (Bottom 25%) | $91,910 | $44 |
| No experience (Bottom 10%) | $68,940 | $33 |
This table shows the top 10 highest paying industries for Advertising Managers based on their average annual salary.
| Salary by industry | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing | $189550 | $91.13 |
| Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing | $176420 | $84.82 |
| Cable and Other Subscription Programming | $170860 | $82.15 |
| Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services | $164880 | $79.27 |
| Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | $163810 | $78.75 |
| Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers | $161570 | $77.68 |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | $157240 | $75.60 |
| Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $156770 | $75.37 |
| Insurance Carriers | $154520 | $74.29 |
| Other Information Services | $151130 | $72.66 |
View more salary by industries here.
Where can they work
Where can Advertising Managers work? Here is a table showing the top 10 largest employers of Advertising Managers including the average salary in that industry.
| Employers | Total Employed | Annual Salary | Hourly Wages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services | 11390 | $164880 | $79.27 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 2240 | $141930 | $68.23 |
| Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers | 800 | $127650 | $61.37 |
| Radio and Television Broadcasting | 740 | $ | $* |
| Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | 670 | $129410 | $62.21 |
| Other Information Services | 490 | $151130 | $72.66 |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | 260 | $157240 | $75.60 |
| Motion Picture and Video Industries | 200 | $142910 | $68.71 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods | 200 | $119580 | $57.49 |
| Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations | 190 | $112420 | $54.05 |
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Outdoors
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How to become one
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Required level of education
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Relevant majors
Marketing/Marketing Management
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Public Relations/Image Management
Advertising
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On The Job Training
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Should you become one
Best personality type for this career
People with this personality likes to start and work on projects. They also like leading people and making many decisions.
People with The Builder personality type likes practical and hands-on work. They prefer working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery.
People with The Thinker personality likes to work with ideas that require an extensive amount of thinking. They prefer work that requires them to solve problems mentally.
People with The Artist personality likes to work with designs and patterns. They prefer activities that require self-expression and prefer work that can be done without following a clear set of rules.
People with The Helper personality type likes to work with people and in teams. They prefer work that allows them to build relationships with others.
People with The Leader personality likes to start and work on projects. They also like leading people and making many decisions.
People with The Organizer personality type likes to follow set procedures and routines. They prefer working with data and details more than with ideas.
You can read more about these career personality types here.
People who are suitable for this job tend to like starting up and carrying out projects. They like leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk-taking and often deal with business.
They also like working with forms, designs, and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
Take this quiz to see if this is the right career for you.
Work Values
Which values are the most important to a person’s satisfaction for this job?
You are someone who is results oriented. You prefer work that allows you to utilize your skills and abilities while at the same time giving you a sense of accomplishment.
You are someone who values job security, steady employment, and good working conditions. You also prefer work that keeps you busy all the time with something different to do every day.
You are someone who values job advancement and leadership roles. You prefer work that receives recognition for the work you do and jobs that are looked up to by others in the company and your community.
You are someone who likes to provide a service to others. You prefer a work environment where you can work with your co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment.
You are someone who values a company that stands behind their employees. You prefer a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and is being supported by the company.
You are someone who likes to work on your own and make your own decisions. You prefer work that requires little supervision and are allowed to try out your own ideas.
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