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Gupta Media

Social Media Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

As a Social Media Manager, you will shape clients organic social and influencer strategies, bring ... projects simultaneously, and adjust as circumstances change Work Environment Gupta Media is an ...

Sightline Media Group

Social Media Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

... driven Social Media Manager to lead and elevate their combined social presence across all major ... projects, and company initiatives. • Partner with Sightline's sister media brands to co-create ...

Digital Media Management

Social Media Analyst

$55K - $77K/yr

The Social Media Analyst will analyze social media campaign data across various platforms and tools ... Exceptional project management skills with a keen eye for detail * Experience with creative ...

ACCESS

Social Media Specialist

Dearborn, MI · Hybrid

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for building and managing social media projects and channels to maximize the organization's online presence and brand. This individual will create, deploy ...

ACCESS

Social Media Specialist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for building and managing social media projects and channels to maximize the organization's online presence and brand. This individual will create, deploy ...

ACCESS

Social Media Specialist

Dearborn, MI · Hybrid

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for building and managing social media projects and channels to maximize the organizations online presence and brand. This individual will create, deploy ...

1-800 Water Damage

Social Media Manager

Brooklyn, NY · On-site +1

$44K - $65K/yr

Social Media Manager Job Summary We are seeking a social media manager to maintain and grow our ... Excellent analytical and time-management skills Strong project management skills with the ability ...

Ceritypartners

Social Media Manager

New York, NY · On-site

The Social Media Manager is an individual contributor role with a clear mission: create and execute ... The ideal candidate is both a skilled content creator, organized project manager, and a rigorous ...

Rise Capital Group

Social Media Manager

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$55K/yr

Candidates must have time management skills, excellent communication skills, and project management ... social media strategist, marketing coordinator, or related position About Company Rise Capital ...

Cerity Partners

Social Media Manager

New York, NY · On-site

The Social Media Manager is an individual contributor role with a clear mission: create and execute ... The ideal candidate is both a skilled content creator, organized project manager, and a rigorous ...

Ceritypartners

Social Media Manager

Saratoga Springs, NY · On-site

The Social Media Manager is an individual contributor role with a clear mission: create and execute ... The ideal candidate is both a skilled content creator, organized project manager, and a rigorous ...

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How much do social media project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for social media project manager in the United States is $87,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges faced by Social Media Project Managers?

Social Media Project Managers often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing platform algorithms, managing multiple campaigns with tight deadlines, and aligning strategies across different departments. Balancing creative requests with analytics-driven results can also be demanding, as the role often requires both strategic planning and hands-on execution. Successful Social Media Project Managers stay agile and continuously adapt their approach to keep up with new social media trends and technologies. Being proactive and communicative helps navigate these challenges and ensures goals are met effectively.

What does a Social Media Project Manager do?

A Social Media Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and tracking of social media campaigns and projects. They coordinate with content creators, designers, and marketing teams to ensure brand consistency and timely delivery. Their responsibilities include setting goals, managing budgets, analyzing performance metrics, and optimizing strategies for engagement and growth. Effective communication, organization, and knowledge of social media trends are key to success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Social Media Project Manager position, and why are they important?

A Social Media Project Manager needs expertise in social media platforms, content strategy, project management, and analytics, typically backed by a degree in marketing, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Asana, and certifications such as PMP or social media marketing certificates are highly valuable. Excellent organizational skills, leadership, adaptability, and strong written and verbal communication help them excel in coordinating teams and managing timelines. These capabilities are vital to successfully plan, execute, and optimize social media campaigns that align with business objectives and deliver measurable results.

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Infographic showing various Social Media Project Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,698 per year, or $42.2 per hour.
Project Manager (Media)

Project Manager (Media)

Fingerpaint Marketing

Cedar Knolls, NJ

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Reset your expectations of a health and wellness agency. From our inception, Fingerpaint has been driven by an unstoppable collective spirit of possibility. It’s that curiosity that’s at the heart of everything we do. From our legendary people-first culture to the hundreds of Fingerpainters who define us, we’ve reimagined what it means to be a healthcare and wellness advertising agency. Here, creativity happens naturally—we attract top talent and give them a space to grow and collaborate.
 
Objectives of This Role 
The Project Manager is a specialized role focused on the strategic execution and lifecycle management of media-centric campaigns. This position requires a deep understanding of media workflows, vendor integration, and the technical nuances of print and digital media deployments. This role is the central hub between media strategy, finance, and external vendors, you will project manage the planning and implementation of complex media programs. Advertising media agency experience is preferred. 
  • Project Manage media projects from initial analysis and design through to development and final delivery.
  • Oversee project planning and implementation, ensuring all deliverables meet strict budget and timeline requirements.
  • Support the broader media team by integrating vendor timelines, internal and external partner agency milestones into cohesive execution plans. 
Duties and Responsibilities:  
  • Manage multiple projects from simple to complex through all phases of life cycle development, including analysis, design, development, and final delivery.
  • Develop and manage detailed timelines and estimates for custom media programs.
  • Develop timelines for custom programs incorporating media vendor timelines, internal and external partner agency timelines, and client PRC timing.
  • Partner with the media team to communicate with external vendors and partner agencies regarding campaign asset development, approvals, and activation.
  • Track media invoicing reconciliation with finance and the media team, ensuring Finance is billing accurately.
  • Oversee the financial health of assigned projects, track burn rates and cost-to-completes, manage change requests, and connect with media leads as needed on burn reports.
  • Provide regular updates to internal teams on project status, including sharing client status learnings with the media team.
  • Support the media team in rolling out new processes and automation, and assist with EOY campaign closeouts.
  • Collaborate with account teams to develop statements of work and forecasts.
  • Manage routing of deliverables (including managing Ziflow) and follow up with the team during routes to ensure timely reviews.
  • Handle project administrative duties, such as opening vendor POs, communicating EOD deliverables via Canvas, providing SharePoint links for client review, and creating Airtable tickets and Slack channels.
  • Ensure all projects follow agency process and support senior colleagues across programs or complex deliverables. 
What it takes:  
  • Proven ability to manage internal and client stakeholder expectations, completing projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and poise under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate with account, creative, brand strategy, digital, and media teams.
  • Effective negotiation, conflict management skills, and resourcefulness. 
  Know how (Requirements):  
  • 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in a media healthcare advertising agency setting.
  • Print, digital ,social media, paid search and other media project management experience.
  • Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Proficiency in project management applications; Mac experience helpful. 

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