Summary:
- Junior communications managers earn between €1,600 and €2,000, senior managers between €2,500 and €3,500, and senior managers up to €6,500 a month.
- If you want to become a communications manager, a degree in communications and media studies is recommended.
- Sup de Pub offers courses up to postgraduate level.
The communications field offers a variety of positions with different levels of responsibility. As a result, salaries vary widely. Among the most common positions in this field, that of communications officer occupies a central place.
What is the average salary of a junior communications manager?
The role of communications officer is an important one. It requires specific skills and a high level of education. The communications sector is booming, fuelled by technological developments. Changes in the way we consume have also contributed to its development.
The role of communications officer is an important one. It requires specific skills and a high level of education. The communications sector is booming, fuelled by technological developments. Changes in the way we consume have also contributed to its development.
For these reasons, qualified experts are in great demand in the field, and demand is increasing. This has resulted in competitive and attractive salaries, even at the start of a career.
Junior communications managers have little or no previous professional experience. However, they earn a gross monthly salary of between €1,600 and €2,000. The amount varies according to a number of factors, including :
- sector of activity: in certain sectors, such as technology, finance or the media, salaries are higher;
- level of education: holders of baccalaureate +3 and baccalaureate +5 qualifications earn more;
- the size of the company employing them: large chains offer a more competitive salary;
- geographical location: in areas where there is a high demand for communications professionals or in large cities, the salary offered is higher;
- skills: specific skills are assets that can influence salary. These include creativity or the ability to work in a team.
The average salary for a communications manager is estimated at €3,000 gross per month.
What is the average salary of a senior communications manager?
Experienced communications managers generally have significant professional experience in the field. In other words, between 2 and 5 years. Their salary is therefore higher than that of juniors. They can expect a gross monthly salary of between €2,500 and €3,500, or even more. This works out at between €30,000 and €45,000 a year.
What’s more, you can take advantage of a wide range of social benefits and have certain professional expenses covered. These include insurance, pensions, and reimbursement of travel, meal and accommodation costs.
What is the average salary of a senior communications manager?
A senior communications manager has many years’ experience in this role. This may be in a single company or in several different companies. They know the business well and have a rich network. They have already held positions of high responsibility in the communications sector.
As a result, the average salary is the highest. To be considered senior, you need between 5 and 10 years’ experience. You can then earn more than €3,500 gross per month. This can rise to €6,500.
How do I become a communications manager?
There are several routes to becoming a communications officer. The most common route is to take an initial course in communications at university or a specialist school.
You need a relevant degree in communications or the media. The minimum level required is bac +3, but ideally you should go as far as MSC 4th or 5th year. This opens the door to more promising opportunities.
You can also gain practical experience through local or foreign placements. Work-linked training is also very rewarding.
If you want to succeed in this profession, the skills required include excellent written and verbal communication skills. You also need to be creative and proficient in digital communication tools.
Where can I study to become a communications manager?
Sup de Pub is a school specialising in communications and the media. We offer professional training to become communications managers. We award our students a 3 years bachelor’s degree.
For those looking to deepen their knowledge up to postgraduate level, we award a number of RNCP qualifications, including :
- RNCP qualification – Brand Communication Manager
- RNCP qualification – Digital Strategy Manager
- RNCP qualification – Content Manager
- Events & Culture
- RNCP title – Artistic Director