Account Manager

About the role

VML is seeking an Account Manager to support the day-to-day activities to creatively execute and produce client marketing programs on a large tech account. You will serve as one of the client contacts, ensuring client approvals are secured, client objectives are achieved, and timelines and budgets are met. You will communicate externally with the client(s) and internally with the project team to keep all parties apprised of project status, updates, and changes.

Responsibilities

• Client:
  • Build rapport and credibility with the client based on trust, sound counsel, responsiveness to client needs, and flawless execution.
  • Review all documents and creative work prior to submitting to the client for review.
  • Organize client presentations, meetings, and conference calls, and prepare relevant documents, including agendas, meeting materials, and conference reports.
• Team:
  • Collaborate with creative, project management, and production teams to develop solutions for the client.
  • Keep the agency team informed of client requests and changes; anticipate potential problems and proactively develop solutions.
• Process:
  • Serve as creative and executional project lead; guide the day-to-day development of client marketing projects from start to finish.
  • Secure required client approvals (e.g., creative briefs, budgets, creative materials).
  • Ensure progressive steps in the process are approved with adequate time to meet schedules.
  • Develop and update both client and project documents, including creative briefs, estimates, project timelines, media plans, status reports, and other supporting materials.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of advertising or related marketing experience, with agency experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience executing across 360 and integrated campaign tactics.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams, departments, vendors, and clients to successfully accomplish work.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and professionalism.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables simultaneously.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $35,000—$75,000 USD.

Schedule

We’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package. See WPP Benefits for more details.