Account Director

iknowho; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

iknowho is seeking an Account Director to lead the day-to-day client relationships for iconic brands, overseeing big-budget creative campaigns and multi-channel launches. Reporting to a Client Partner and mentoring an Account Manager, the role offers clear career growth.

You will drive creative excellence on ATL campaigns, manage senior clients, run shoots, nurture talent, and own account profitability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in agency account service, currently as Account Director or Senior Account Manager ready to step up.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to sell bold ideas to senior stakeholders.
• Proactive, fearless mindset with humility and pride in growing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Drive Creative Excellence: Lead and manage ambitious above-the-line campaigns—from development through approval, production, and launch.
• Lead Senior Client Relationships: Own the day-to-day partnership with the client's marketing leadership, manage expectations, sell big ideas.
• Run Major Shoots & Campaigns: Partner with Creative and Production on scope and budget, lead end-to-end shoots including talent and locations.
• Mentor & Champion Talent: Lead, guide, and develop an Account Manager, creating clear pathways for career growth.
• Commercial Ownership: Manage account profitability, scoping, job cost reconciliations, and resource forecasting.

Skills

Agency experience

Commercial & presentation

Leadership & drive

Job description

Ready to lead the day-to-day client relationship of an iconic brand, managing big budget creative campaigns that capture the nation's attention?

• Join a team in an exciting growth phase with exciting new brands to launch
• Work across large ATL and TTL campaigns (including TV)

This successful creative agency has an opportunity for a polished Account Director with the strategic smarts to lead clients toward successful outcomes for both their business and the agency.Reporting directly to a Client Partner while mentoring an Account Manager, this role offers plenty of room for career growth.

Over the past few years, this agency has produced iconic, award-winning campaigns, offering plenty of creative opportunity.Managing new brand launches, product rollouts, and large-budget multi-channel campaigns will be second nature to you, as will developing a deep understanding of the client’s business, brand, category, and vision.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive Creative Excellence: Lead and manage ambitious above-the-line (ATL) campaigns—protecting the creative vision through development, client approval, production, and launch.
• Lead Senior Client Relationships: Own the day-to-day partnership with the client's marketing leadership. Manage expectations honestly, sell big ideas, and navigate challenges with confidence.
• Run Major Shoots & Campaigns: Partner early with Creative and Production on scope and budget, leading major end-to-end shoots including talent, locations, and on-set decision-making.
• Mentor & Champion Talent: Lead, guide, and develop an Account Manager, creating clear pathways for their career growth.
• Commercial Ownership: Manage account profitability, scoping, job cost reconciliations, and resource forecasting.

What You Bring:

• Agency Experience: 5+ years in agency account service, currently operating as an Account Director or a Senior Account Manager ready to take the next step.
• Commercial & Presentation Polish: Strong commercial acumen and the ability to sell bold creative ideas to senior stakeholders
• Leadership & Drive: A proactive, fearless mindset, paired with humility and genuine pride in growing junior team members.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• High-Impact Work: Build work that dominates screens and stands out in culture.
• Open-Door Leadership: Enjoy continuous 360-degree feedback, dedicated development appraisals, and an accessible leadership team that backs your growth.
• Creative Freedom: Work in an environment where bold ideas are protected and brought to life (and pets are welcome!)