Account Director

About the role

As an Account Director, you own your own business. You embody the entrepreneurial spirit that's empowered GSD&M's success. You lead and manage the Idea Team, fostering an environment of risk-taking and bravery. You partner with the client to build trust and momentum, ensuring the success of the client relationship through regular reviews and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute strategic plans that solve real problems for clients
• Promote creativity and innovative thinking within the team
• Lead client/agency relationship review meetings quarterly
• Manage financial responsibilities including P&L and growth opportunities
• Develop and grow talent within the agency
• Ensure the agency delivers on commitments and maintains momentum

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA) required, MBA preferred
• 8-10 years' agency experience or related industry experience
• Strategic thought leadership and strong presentation/writing skills
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Proficient in MS Office Suite or Mac equivalent

Qualifications

• Understanding of advertising, marketing, paid media, creative, production, research, direct marketing, finance, etc.
• Ability to work in an office setting at least 3 days a week, with a goal to increase to 5 days over time

Skills

• Curiosity and continuous learning
• Collaboration and integration expertise
• Financial management and profitability focus
• Talent development and empowerment
• Leadership and team building

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule with a minimum of 3 days in the office per week
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Minimum of 3 days in the office per week, with a goal to increase to 5 days over time