Media Contract Jobs in Manchester
Updating results…
29 Contract jobs sorted by:
Date Posted
Date Posted
Rate
Updating results…
29 Contract jobs
Stay Updated on Contract Jobs
Never miss another opportunity with our email alerts.
Save your searches to be notified as soon as new jobs are added.
High-Ticket Sales Closer (Media/Marketing) | ~$250k+ OTE | Remote
Posted 3 days ago by Inside Success TV & Network
Inside Success TV is a TV production company, streaming platform, and marketing agency — all under one roof.We create ci...
- Rate £250,000 per year
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location United Kingdom
Create a free account to access remote working contract opportunities outside the UK
Sign Up
Retail Media Manager - 12 month FTC | Cult Beauty
Posted 4 days ago by THG
About THGWe are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
Junior Commercial Contracts Lawyer (Interim)- £120k-£140K-Global Social Media Pl...
Posted 4 days ago by Major, Lindsey & Africa
Key ResponsibilitiesReviewing, drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreementsSupporting marketing, adve...
- Rate £140,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London Area, United Kingdom
FTC Global Media Operations Director
Posted 1 week ago by Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
Company descriptionWith a history that dates back over 80 years, Starcom is a global communications planning and media l...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Retail Media Analyst
Posted 1 week ago by Sanderson Recruitment
The RoleYou'll play a key role in helping the business understand how retail media activity drives customer engagement,...
- Rate £550 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
Sort By
Saved Searches
No saved searches yet
Filters
IR35 Status
Working Arrangements
Industry
Sector
Country
Seniority Level
Posted By
Contract Rate
Date Posted
IR35 Status
Working Arrangements
Industry
Sector
Posted By
Country
Seniority Level
Date Posted
Contract Rate
£
—
£
About Our Media Contract Roles in Manchester
What does a media contractor do?
The media sector generates contract work across a distinctive range of creative, technical, and commercial disciplines, including broadcast production, digital content creation, journalism, advertising technology, audience analytics, rights management, and the technology infrastructure that underpins media distribution and monetisation. Contractors working in media are engaged by broadcasters, streaming platforms, publishing houses, advertising agencies, digital media businesses, and the growing creator economy infrastructure. The project and production-based nature of much media work makes contracting a natural and well-established employment model within the sector.
The skills most valued in media contracting reflect both the creative and technical dimensions of the industry. Production-side contractors, including directors, editors, camera operators, and sound engineers, bring craft skills specific to their medium, whether broadcast television, digital video, podcast, or interactive content. Technology contractors in media need familiarity with the specific infrastructure of media organisations, including broadcast systems, content management and asset management platforms, and the delivery infrastructure for linear and streaming distribution. Commercial and audience analytics professionals need knowledge of the specific metrics and business models of media, including reach, engagement, advertising yield, and subscription economics. Digital media specialists who can navigate the convergence of editorial, advertising technology, and audience data are in particular demand as media businesses adapt to the structural changes in how content is monetised.
What is the market like for media contractors?
Media contracting is a large and established market, structured around the project and production cycles that define how media organisations create and deliver content. The shift from traditional linear media to streaming and digital-first distribution has significantly reshaped contractor demand within the sector, increasing the need for digital production and technology expertise while creating pressure on traditional broadcast roles. The growth of the UK's independent production sector, fuelled by commissions from streaming platforms including Netflix, Amazon, and Apple TV+, has been a significant source of production contractor demand. Advertising technology, audience measurement, and content rights management are growing sources of technical contractor demand as media businesses invest in the infrastructure to compete in a fragmented digital landscape.
What is the contracting market like in Manchester?
Manchester has established itself as the strongest contractor hub outside London, supported by a diverse economy spanning financial services, technology, media, and the public sector. MediaCityUK at Salford Quays anchors a cluster of digital, creative, and broadcasting employers, while Spinningfields and the wider city centre house the financial and professional services concentration. Several major insurers and banks run significant operations from Manchester, and the technology sector has matured considerably, with both established firms and scale-ups competing for software engineering, cloud, and data contractors. The rate gap with London has narrowed over the past few years as employer competition for experienced contractors in the city has intensified, and for many disciplines Manchester now offers comparable depth of opportunity at a materially lower cost base.
How much do media contractors usually earn in Manchester?
Contract rates for media roles in Manchester typically range from £300 to £600 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many media vacancies in Manchester are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 220 media contract roles across the site, with Manchester accounting for a significant portion. Data reviewed up to July 2026.