Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are seeking an Advertising & Media Manager for a project opportunity through February 2026 with our entertainment media client. This hybrid role is located in Los Angeles through December/January, then will move to the Burbank office. Candidates must be able to work Monday through Thursday onsite and Friday remotely.

As the Advertising & Media Manager, you will play a key role in developing and executing multi-channel marketing campaigns. You’ll be responsible for delivering creative assets, managing campaign strategy, and writing briefs for upcoming initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the entertainment industry, particularly in television or streaming. Agency experience supporting entertainment accounts (TV or streaming) is also highly valued.

This role will support the creation of marketing materials tied to consumer launches and ongoing campaigns across TV, streaming, digital, online, radio, outdoor, and print. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver assets that drive brand awareness and audience engagement.

Advertising & Media Manager Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact, managing digital agencies to concept and produce assets for digital marketing campaigns.

• Identify available content to leverage in paid campaigns by coordinating with internal teams, including Content & Editorial, Print, Graphics, and Social Media.

• Partner with internal stakeholders and media agencies to shape campaign strategies, creative direction, and ideation.

• Request, traffic, and troubleshoot marketing materials for off-network media buys to ensure accuracy, placement, and compliance.

• Manage timelines and ensure marketing assets for launches and sustaining efforts are delivered on schedule.

• Conduct research and competitive analysis to inform briefs and strategy development.

• Facilitate approvals with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Development, and Creative.

• Support Diversity and Inclusion initiatives by seeking out diverse agencies and media partners.

• Review media plans from agency partners, analyze targeting and environments, and provide strategic feedback.

• Monitor execution, QA campaign pacing and performance, and provide optimization recommendations.

• Evaluate and provide feedback on new media and business opportunities.

Advertising & Media Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of marketing experience in entertainment (television, streaming, or theatrical) or in an agency managing similar accounts.

• Strong critical thinker with a solutions-oriented, collaborative mindset.

• Project management experience with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Photoshop or similar marketing tools is a plus.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Media experience with an understanding of media placements, opportunities, and performance analysis.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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