Account Director

Our Connecticut-based advertising and PR agency is looking for an Account Director to manage relationships at multiple accounts in New Hampshire, as well as provide the day-to-day client and program planning and implementation. The position requires strong relationship skills with a focus on providing exceptional, personalized customer service to clients. The individual we seek is highly detail-oriented and is perceptive of client needs and how to address them. To be effective, the Account Director needs to have a keen understanding of how to plan and implement new and ongoing programs. This position presents an opportunity to immediately work on a variety of healthcare and municipal accounts as well as other potential account assignments.

Responsibilities

• Create account strategies, leading projects from conception to final execution
• Establish goals, objectives and strategies for client programs
• Meet deadlines and project budgets
• Work with internal teams to develop materials, coordinate events and provide support and direction
• Maintain relationships and serve as the primary point of contact and liaison for clients
• Present concepts and summarize creative and media program rationales to client
• Manage income and profitability on your accounts
• Help grow the New Hampshire client base

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years working at an advertising or in-house agency
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive under pressure
• A creative mindset and ability to think outside of the box
• Exceptional relationship and presentation skills
• Proven skills or experience in sales can be helpful
• Time-management, organization and leadership skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Strong work ethic and desire to collaborate
• High competency with computer and software skills (Microsoft Suite)
• Professional attitude within and outside office while conducting agency business