JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for developing and maintaining relationships between the client and the agency for specified accounts. Has frequent contact with client. Ascertains marketing objectives, develops strategic marketing plans and works with both client and agency creative and production departments to reach those objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Financial Tracking
Oversee budget(s) by developing and preparing estimates, monitoring project budgets, and tracking budgets versus actuals
Project Management
Create and monitor timelines. Run status reports. Keep team informed throughout project life cycle on status. Ensure all schedules are adhered to and deliverables are met
Administrative
Schedule and attend meetings, take notes, prepare necessary documents, book meetings and secure conference rooms
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Day-to-day junior client contact; act as a key liaison between client and agency.
Effectively execute strategies, problem-solve, and develop solid business relationships.
Suggest and implement marketing strategies after carefully reviewing, researching and analyzing client’s needs and objectives.
Present completed promotional items to client committee for approval.
Work closely with art, copy and integrated production departments ensuring smooth and timely production.
Act as account financial analyst; prepare estimates, invoices and budgets ensuring proper and timely billing.
Act as team leader/project coordinator for specified accounts; departments involved are art, copy and integrated production.
Develop workable budgets, work plans/schedules and establish deadlines.
Monitor progression of marketing campaigns from initial concept through completion.
Actively pursue and develop new business through networking, representing agency at conventions, etc.
Prepare status reports and contact reports.
Ensure that day-to-day project tasks and milestones are met on time and on budget.
May mentor Assistant Account Executive and/or provide direction on projects.
EDUCATION DEGREE/DIPLOMA AREA OF STUDY
Bachelors
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
N/A
EXPERIENCE
1 year
Relevant Industry Experience Required
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Microsoft Office
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
COMPETENCIES
Communication
Is attentive and shows interest in the subject; Expresses ideas clearly and accurately
Organization
Creates clear goals, identifies and finds the resources (e.g. time, people, materials) needed to achieve them, and schedules tasks so that work is completed on time
Time Management
Carefully plans ahead to ensure tasks are undertaken and time is used efficiently
Salary
$57,000 to $70,800 annually.
The salary range for this position is noted within this job posting. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.