166 Media Planning jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Media Planning Expert

We are seeking a highly skilled Media Planning Expert to lead the development and execution of media plans for clients across various industries.

• Develop and execute comprehensive media strategies that meet client goals and objectives.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Analyze data and market research to inform media planning decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in media planning or a related role.
• Proven ability to mentor and lead a team.

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team on exciting projects.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

• Think strategically, creatively, and analytically to identify new opportunities and develop solutions.

• Communicate confidently and clearly to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to foster an inclusive environment.

The Media Planning Strategist will lead the development and execution of media strategies for clients across various industries, managing multiple projects simultaneously while working under pressure.

This is a key role that requires effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the advertising and media industry, including market research, data analysis, and campaign optimization.

• Develop and implement media strategies based on client requirements, market trends, and competitor analysis.
• Analyze data and market research to inform media strategy decisions.
• Stay up-to-date with industry developments and best practices.
• Familiarize yourself with media planning tools such as DV360, Google Ads, Meta Business Manager, and Similar Web.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in media planning or a related role.
• Digital Certifications across major platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our clients. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

To apply for this role, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Job Summary

• Leads media planning for clients across diverse industries.
• Collaborates with reporting managers to meet client and agency key performance indicators.
• Manages multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and working under pressure.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop effective media strategies.
• Buils strong relationships with clients and communicates effectively.
• Mentors junior team members and oversees daily projects.
• Ensures quality control of all media planning.

Requirements:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Familiarity with media planning software.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients.

Benefits:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunity to work on diverse media planning projects.

About the Role:

• This role is ideal for a skilled media planner who is able to think strategically and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to build strong relationships with clients.
• We are looking for a team player who is able to collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective media strategies.

We are seeking a Media Planning Executive to join our team. As a key member of our media department, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of media plans for clients across various industries.

• Media Strategy Development: Comprehend client requirements, pose inquiries, and devise a plan for utilizing media outlets.
• Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and market research.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong grasp of industry trends and best practices.
• Technical Skills: Ability to work on MS Office 365 software suite.
• Media Planning Tools: In-depth knowledge of various media planning and buying tools and platforms.
• Digital Media: Familiarity with digital media and emerging technologies.
• Commercial Acumen: Good commercial acumen, able to understand driving ROI for business partners and agency.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field.
• Experience: 5-7 years of experience in media planning or related role.
• Leadership: Proven ability to mentor and lead a team of planning executives.
• Certifications: Digital Certifications across major platforms.

Who We Are

At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratized beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves! Launched by award-winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world’s fastest-growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit; this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness!

As a Social Planning Executive, you will focus on strategic planning and optimization for all social platforms, with a strong focus on Snapchat and YouTube, ensuring our video-first channels deliver maximum impact. Unlike executional roles, this position is about building the content calendar, optimizing for performance, and generating insights, working closely with the Content and Analytics teams.

• Content Planning & Calendar Ownership : Build and maintain weekly and monthly content calendars for Snapchat and YouTube, ensuring alignment with product launches, campaigns, and regional needs.
• Video Optimization : Lead optimization of video formats (titles, thumbnails, tags, descriptions, lengths, hooks) tailored to platform algorithms.
• Performance Insights : Partner with Analytics to generate monthly performance reports for Snapchat and YouTube, highlighting trends, learnings, and opportunities for growth.
• Platform & Trend Intelligence : Present insights on new YouTube and Snapchat features each month, with practical recommendations for integration.
• Creative Contribution : Provide creative input during campaign planning by recommending content formats or trends specific to video-first channels.
• Cross-functional Alignment : Liaise with Marketing, Creative, and PR to ensure YouTube and Snapchat content plans support wider campaigns.
• Testing & Experimentation : Drive A/B testing of formats (thumbnails, hooks, video lengths) to refine performance strategies.
• Community Insights : Track and share insights from comments/engagement on YouTube and Snapchat to inform strategy (not day-to-day community management).
• Broader Social Support : Contribute to social media strategy across Instagram and TikTok when relevant, supporting platform-specific campaigns and content planning as part of the wider social ecosystem.

• 3+ years of experience in content planning, channel management, or digital media, ideally with a focus on video.

• Strong understanding of YouTube and Snapchat ecosystems, including algorithms, best practices, and analytics tools.
• Experience with video optimization techniques (metadata, thumbnails, content formatting).
• Comfortable working with data and analytics to extract insights and influence content planning.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills; able to manage calendars well ahead of deadlines.
• Up-to-date knowledge of evolving platform features, with the ability to recommend and test new approaches.
• Collaborative mindset, with the ability to influence creative and marketing teams.
• Passion for beauty, social storytelling, and video-first platforms.

• Monthly “Self Love Days” – at company discretion

• Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents
• Monthly coaching sessions with our in-house Success Coach
• Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products
• Quarterly product gifting

Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

As a key member of our media planning team, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of comprehensive media plans across various industries. Your ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and translate strategies into innovative media solutions will be crucial in driving success.

This role requires strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and guide junior planning team members. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies that meet client needs and drive business results.

• Develop and execute media plans that align with client goals and objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies
• Mentor and guide junior planning team members
• Manage day-to-day client relationships and communications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in media planning, preferably in a leadership capacity
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our clients. As a valued member of our organization, you can expect:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment

At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratized beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves Launched by award-winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world's fastest-growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit; this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness

As a Social Planning Executive, you will focus on strategic planning and optimization for all social platforms, with a strong focus on Snapchat and YouTube, ensuring our video-first channels deliver maximum impact. Unlike executional roles, this position is about building the content calendar, optimizing for performance, and generating insights, working closely with the Content and Analytics teams.

• Content Planning & Calendar Ownership : Build and maintain weekly and monthly content calendars for Snapchat and YouTube, ensuring alignment with product launches, campaigns, and regional needs.
• Video Optimization : Lead optimization of video formats (titles, thumbnails, tags, descriptions, lengths, hooks) tailored to platform algorithms.
• Performance Insights : Partner with Analytics to generate monthly performance reports for Snapchat and YouTube, highlighting trends, learnings, and opportunities for growth.
• Platform & Trend Intelligence : Present insights on new YouTube and Snapchat features each month, with practical recommendations for integration.
• Creative Contribution : Provide creative input during campaign planning by recommending content formats or trends specific to video-first channels.
• Cross-functional Alignment : Liaise with Marketing, Creative, and PR to ensure YouTube and Snapchat content plans support wider campaigns.
• Testing & Experimentation : Drive A/B testing of formats (thumbnails, hooks, video lengths) to refine performance strategies.
• Community Insights : Track and share insights from comments/engagement on YouTube and Snapchat to inform strategy (not day-to-day community management).
• Broader Social Support : Contribute to social media strategy across Instagram and TikTok when relevant, supporting platform-specific campaigns and content planning as part of the wider social ecosystem.
• 3+ years of experience in content planning, channel management, or digital media, ideally with a focus on video.
• Strong understanding of YouTube and Snapchat ecosystems, including algorithms, best practices, and analytics tools.
• Experience with video optimization techniques (metadata, thumbnails, content formatting).
• Comfortable working with data and analytics to extract insights and influence content planning.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills; able to manage calendars well ahead of deadlines.
• Up-to-date knowledge of evolving platform features, with the ability to recommend and test new approaches.
• Collaborative mindset, with the ability to influence creative and marketing teams.
• Passion for beauty, social storytelling, and video-first platforms.
• Monthly "Self Love Days" – at company discretion
• Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents
• Monthly coaching sessions with our in-house Success Coach
• Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products
• Quarterly product gifting

Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.


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We are seeking a Media Planning Strategist to lead our media business in partnership with key suppliers and manufacturers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing annual communication roadmaps, executing integrated campaigns, and selling planned activities to clients to meet yearly goals.

The role involves building relationships, engaging clients, and delivering successful media campaigns using Business Development, Sales, and Media Planning skills.

Position:
Sr. Account Executive

Location:
Remote

Employment Type:
Full-time

Salary/Budget:
Up to $2,000 per month

Department:
Media Team

Reports to:
Account Director

Our client is a Dubai-based full-service digital and media agency offering integrated marketing solutions across creative, performance, content, social, and SEO domains.

About the Role

We are looking for a
Sr. Account Executive (Integrated Media Planner)
to join our growing media team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing media strategies that connect across digital, traditional, and emerging channels.

If you are passionate about data-driven planning, creative problem-solving, and delivering measurable results for clients, this role is a great fit.

Key Responsibilities:

Client & Partner Management

• Act as the primary media contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Present media strategies, reviews, and insights in a professional and compelling way.
• Manage relationships with publishers, platforms, and technology partners.

Media Planning & Strategy

• Develop integrated media plans across digital, social, search, programmatic, offline, and experiential channels.
• Translate brand objectives and audience insights into actionable strategies.
• Ensure plans are aligned with KPIs such as awareness, engagement, conversions, and ROI.

Campaign Execution & Optimization

• Oversee execution across platforms including Meta, Google, TikTok, YouTube, OOH, TV, Print, Radio, and Programmatic.
• Monitor performance and optimize campaigns in real time.
• Collaborate with analytics teams to track results and recommend improvements.

Research & Insights

• Use tools such as GWI, Nielsen, Ipsos, and platform insights to understand consumers and market trends.
• Provide data-driven recommendations for growth and innovation.
• Stay updated with emerging platforms and media technologies.

Communication & Presentation

• Prepare high-quality client presentations, reports, and pitch decks.
• Translate insights and data into actionable recommendations.

Requirements

• Native Arabic speaker (mandatory).
• 3–5 years of experience in media planning/buying across multiple channels (digital and offline).
• Strong knowledge of digital platforms, programmatic, and measurement frameworks.
• Proficiency in tools such as
  Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, DV360, Campaign Manager 360, GWI, Nielsen
  .
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills.
• Strong presentation and client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, remote work environment.