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Job Profile – Advertising Executives

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Job Description:


Advertising executives work in the advertising field, coordinating and managing client accounts. Exact duties vary depending on the advertising executive’s title, field, and place of employment, but most advertising executives handle ad campaigns that require knowledge in marketing, promotions, creative design, and public relations.

Salary Range for Advertising Executives:


$20-000 - $150,000 +

Annual earnings for advertising executives are determined by a variety of factors including field, title, place of employment, level of education, and experience.
For more specific information, visit Salary Wizard to get a free personalized salary report.

Minimum Education:


Bachelor’s Degree

Essential Classes for Advertising Executives:


  • Business
  • English
  • Marketing
  • Speech/Communications

Job Outlook for Advertising Executives:


The job outlook for advertising executives depends heavily upon the economy. Even so, the U.S. Department of Labor predicts that employment opportunities for advertising executives will grow faster than opportunities in the average field or occupation.

Advertising Resources:


To learn more about advertising, internships, scholarships, grants, and more, contact:

American Advertising Federation
Telephone: (202) 898-0089
Website: http://www.aaf.org

Jobs for Advertising Executives:


To find a job in the advertising field, visit http://about.indeed.com

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