Account Director

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Job description

Job SummaryThe Account Director is responsible for leadership and overall management of the client relationship. This role is responsible for collaborating and inspiring teams to provide great work for clients across multiple marketing channels for our clients. Being the face of the agency, the AD should embody and represent Moroch both internally and externally. The Account Director should push the agency to deliver above and beyond and be able to build strong collaboration and partnerships, establish the communication and responsibilities cadence across all internal teams and clients for which they are responsible. This is an exempt position.ResponsibilitiesPlay a key role in all advertising, marketing and business effortsAct as a business consultant solving clients' business-level problems (sometimes beyond media) and proactively seek out opportunities for the clientDiscuss strategy with client and conduct annual briefs to determine goals/objectives (establishing clear KPIs) for annual and misc. supplemental local media plansDemonstrate strong knowledge to answer high level client questions acts as a liaison between client, corporate and Moroch internal teams (cross market strategic cross market and media channel insights, test and learn, results, etc.)Collaborate with and lead agency partners to ensure creative cohesion across channels and deliver on strategy, deadlines and budget managementEnsure the agency operates on a solid foundation by building strong, impenetrable client relationships and train and lead others to do the samePossess an in-depth understanding of client business issues, industry, competitors and brands and guides team members in how to do the sameServes as key advisor to clients on marketing, media and business issuesConstantly attuned to the evolving needs of clientsDevelops and implements career development paths and plans for the account teamMediaWork with Media Planners, in developing strategic direction, guidelines and budget parameters for planPrepare detailed media plan requests and coordinate with media team to analyze, select, provide well thought out recommendations on plans and campaigns based on client needsManage client approvals, ensure placement and communicate revisions of media plans/media buysNew BusinessWork with team on all new business effortsNew client onboarding (establish communication cadence, determine billing preferences/needs, coordinate with legal for any contract development, customization/execution)Qualifications10-15 years agency and/or franchise related experience, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experienceKnowledge of advertising and strategiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to multi-task across multiple projectsUphold our agency values: Humanity. Diversity. Integrity. Tenacity. Curiosity. Special Position Requirements: 30% travelThis job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job. It shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements, nor is it intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties necessary to perform the job. The Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.