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Luxer One

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... advertising revenue across Luxer One's digital platforms, including our mobile app, email ... If you're a motivated, tech-savvy salesperson who loves the hunt and wants to play a direct role in ...

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Advertising Sales Executive

Mcclellan, CA · On-site

$76K - $96K/yr

We're looking for an energetic, results-driven Advertising Sales Executive to help grow advertising ... If you're a motivated, tech-savvy salesperson who loves the hunt and wants to play a direct role in ...

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How much do advertising director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for advertising director in California is $85,008.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an advertising director do?

An advertising director works to oversee projects or advertising campaigns for an ad department or agency. As an advertising director, your exact responsibilities depend on the type of projects on which you work as well as the size of the agency. Your duties may include negotiating each client contract, hiring creative or sales staff, or working on a budget for projects or the advertising department as a whole. You may also function as a creative director who is in charge of the creative aspects of making the advertisements. An advertising art director, meanwhile, focuses on media acquisition for ad campaigns.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an advertising director?

To thrive as an Advertising Director, you need expertise in marketing strategy, campaign management, and market analysis, usually supported by a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with digital advertising platforms, analytics tools like Google Analytics, and project management software is essential. Exceptional leadership, creative vision, and persuasive communication skills help drive team performance and client satisfaction. These abilities are crucial for developing effective advertising strategies, optimizing campaign outcomes, and leading successful teams in a competitive industry.

What are some common challenges faced by an advertising director when managing multiple campaigns across different channels?

Advertising Directors often juggle several campaigns simultaneously, each targeting different audiences and utilizing a variety of channels such as digital, print, and broadcast. One common challenge is ensuring consistent brand messaging while adapting creative strategies to fit each platform's unique requirements. Coordinating cross-functional teams—including creative, media planning, and analytics—requires strong communication and project management skills. Managing tight deadlines and shifting client expectations is also typical, making flexibility and proactive problem-solving essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Advertising Director vs Marketing Manager?

AspectAdvertising DirectorMarketing Manager
Primary FocusOversees advertising campaigns and creative strategiesDevelops overall marketing strategies and manages marketing initiatives
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or related field; experience in advertisingBachelor's degree in marketing, business, or related field; experience in marketing management
Work EnvironmentCreative agencies, advertising departmentsCorporate marketing departments, agencies
Industry UsageCommonly used in advertising and media companiesUsed across various industries for overall marketing roles

The Advertising Director primarily focuses on managing advertising campaigns and creative strategies, while the Marketing Manager oversees broader marketing initiatives and strategies. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and often work within marketing or advertising departments, but their scope and responsibilities differ based on campaign versus overall marketing management.

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Infographic showing various Advertising Director job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,008 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Advertising Manager (Full Time) (36659)

AGUA CALIENTE

Rancho Mirage, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

The Advertising Manager actively manages the daily work flow processes between operating and marketing departments with the internal and external advertising agencies, to ensure schedules are being met for timely delivery of all advertising, signage and collateral materials; provides creative and administrative support to internal operational partners as related to advertising objectives and ensure clear communication of ideas and timelines to meet those objectives within the department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Advertising Manager (other duties may be assigned)
  • Manage projects through the department workflow based on direction from the Director of Advertising for the development of approved promotions and operating projects which support company revenue goals through all advertising channels
  • Work in collaboration with internal advertising agency to establish timelines that ensure execution of deadlines for all marketing collateral, signage and advertising. Communicate those project details to operating partner
  • Communicate project scope to coordinators and review all work orders and/or creative briefs
  • Ensure that advertising coordinators are accurate in communication through detailed work orders, project status changes and vendor notifications for all assigned projects
  • Responsible for obtaining all legal clearance for contracts, advertising copy, trademarks etc
  • Maintain accuracy of the company website and proactive manage changes in content
  • Collaborate with Media Relations staff to develop synergistic opportunities in support of marketing and advertising objectives
  • Disseminate information in a timely manner regarding marketing promotions and events to internal and external agencies
  • Work with internal advertising agency to plan, budget, coordinate and execute all photo-shoots and obtain all gaming/media approvals
  • Ensures all on/off-property signage is delivered on time and in good working condition at all times; both printed and digital forms
  • Ensures the proper usage of the company logo and ensuring that the property positioning is accurate for all marketing activity
  • Ensures that copy and language for all casino media (Radio, TV, Direct, Outdoor, Digital) is accurate, on message and uses correct grammar
  • Manages the specified advertising budget prepares monthly variance reports and maintains department checkbook
  • Ensures that all purchasing policies are followed by direct reports, and negotiate best pricing available
  • Fosters a strong customer service culture using SPIRIT throughout the property and external partners through communication, collaboration and teamwork
  • Maintains compliance with ACBCI Internal Controls and standard operating procedures
  • Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental and company policies for self and direct reports
  • Provide excellent guest service
  • Must adhere to all Tribal Ordinance, Regulations, and the ACRM, ACCC and ACPS System of Internal Controls, and Standard Operating Procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities of the Advertising Manager
Advertising Supervisor
Advertising Coordinator
  • Bachelors degree (B.A.) from four- year College or university preferred
  • 3 - 5 years of specialized experience in casino operations, marketing management or related with at least 2 years of supervisory experience required
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite a plus
  • Experience of direct marketing, database utilization and tracking systems a plus 3 years of advertising agency experience with a focus on account supervision

GAMING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, the individual must me able to stand, move and work throughout the office area and properties, including walking up to 1 mile, climbing stairs and sitting at a desk/work station for the duration of the shift. Also may be subjected to a smoke filled environment. Typically the individual will be housed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but will escalate when located in the casino environment. Must be able to grasp, bend, lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing a minimum of 25 lbs. on an intermittent basis, and sufficient dexterity of hand in order to use office equipment including, but not limited to: a computer keyboard, calculator, general office equipment and multi-line telephone.

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