Experienced Ad / Marketing Agency Account Executive
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ABI is in its 21st year and growing. We're proud to be one of the largest woman-owned agencies in the Southwest! Our marketing/ad agency has a great culture where we work hard and value personal/family time. We're looking for our next team member who will offer the superior level of customer service and expert project management our clients have come to expect. The winning candidate must have proven experience in project management with consistent delivery of projects that are error-free, on time and within budget. Experience with strategy, planning, branding and media is a must. Our firm offers a great benefit package including health insurance, life insurance and profit sharing. Salary depends on experience.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Sr. Account Executive to manage the production of advertising and marketing projects and confidently act as the liaison for the client and the agency. Your attention to detail, expertise in project management and forward thinking perspective will inspire confidence and trust with your clients. Of course you will ensure timely delivery, flawless quality and manage budgetary considerations. Your projects will include omni-channel campaigns that use video, audio, search, social & digital ads, OOH, print collateral, conference exhibits and events.

Our new team member will be expected to:

• Act as the lead for each project, monitoring all activity for accuracy, timeliness and budget
• Make presentations on digital and traditional ad performance, analysis and recommendation.
• Act as the link between the client and advertising agency staff by maintaining regular contact with both, thus ensuring the communication flows effectively;
• Offer timely, cost-effective solutions when challenges arise in the fast-moving production process
• Have deep knowledge of the client's brand that enables advocacy of the client's perspective
• Develop and maintain accurate budgets and prepare invoice packages;
• Oversee the proofing process
• Research, select, and manage vendors
• Meet clients for briefings and present proposals to clients for approval;
• Monitor the effectiveness of campaigns;
• Develop and present creative strategies, production schedules and estimates to clients;
• Research clients' products, services, plans, competitors and target markets;
• Lead logistics for events

If you want to spread your wings, you can also be a leader player joining us to:

• Work with the creative director, copywriter and other advertising staff to formulate marketing strategies;
• Develop new business proposals and responses to RFPs

QUALIFICATIONS

A MINIMUM of 4+ years of experience WORKING AT AN AD/MARKETING agency performing the duties listed above. Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities at once. Must excel at managing high-pressured, deadline-sensitive projects. Must be capable and comfortable with heavy math duties. Must have a strong knowledge of complete production process, from schedules and estimates through delivery and execution results, as well as a strong understanding of print production, art buying and project management. Must have the ability to multi-task and be solution oriented in problem solving. Must have strong communication skills with the ability to guide employees in other departments toward a better understanding of production process. Strong vendor negotiation, relationship building and public relations experience is a plus. Must be able to pass a federal security background check.

Necessary attributes: diplomatic, highly organized, flexible, a problem-solver, knowledgeable in MS Office and some knowledge of Adobe Suite is helpful . Experience with project management software is preferred but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Advertising Agency: 2 years (Required)
• Ad or Marketing Agency: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX 75201