Media Manager

dentsu; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

dentsu in Jeddah is seeking a Media Manager to lead day-to-day media planning and campaign delivery across key client accounts, spanning digital and offline channels.

You will turn business objectives into effective media plans, collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage the full planning and execution cycle, and ensure campaigns deliver measurable impact.

The role requires agency experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate insights and recommendations to clients.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in media planning and campaign management (agency experience is a must).
• Strong understanding of cross-channel media including digital, social, OOH, and TV.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate findings into recommendations.
• Experience with media planning tools, measurement platforms, and industry research sources.
• Strong communication, presentation, and client-management capabilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments.

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 to activation, optimization, and reporting.
• Monitor pacing, delivery, and performance to meet KPIs and quality standards.
• Collaborate with creative, performance, analytics, and strategy teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Analyze campaign data and research sources to generate insights for future planning.
• Prepare and present media plans, rationales, and performance reports to clients.
• Build strong client relationships and act as day-to-day contact for media queries.
• Supervise and guide junior planners to support development and operational excellence.
• Stay updated on market trends, new media opportunities, and platform developments.

Job description

Job Description: We are looking for a Media Manager to be based in Jeddah to lead day-to-day media planning and campaign delivery across key client accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong cross-channel media knowledge, analytical thinking, and the ability to turn business objectives into effective media plans. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, manage the full planning and execution cycle, and ensure campaigns are delivered with precision, efficiency, and measurable impact.

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.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in media planning and campaign management (agency experience is a must).
• Strong understanding of cross-channel media including digital, social, OOH, and TV.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate findings into recommendations.
• Experience with media planning tools, measurement platforms, and industry research sources.
• Strong communication, presentation, and client-management capabilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments.

Location: Jeddah

Brand: Carat

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

About dentsu

For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering - exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We're leading the way - helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way. Find out more about us Who we are Our Social Impact Our work