Account Manager

Inside Ideas, North America; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Toronto is in search of a driven Account Manager to lead client campaigns and manage relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while championing creative processes. Ideal candidates will have 4-6 years of experience, managing campaigns for top brands, and possess strong communication skills. A hybrid work schedule is provided.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in account management for major brands.
• Experience with digital, social, and video projects.
• Proficient in planning and prioritization in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience mentoring junior team members is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the smooth delivery of campaigns from planning to production.
• Act as the day-to-day point of contact for clients.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful work.
• Prepare client proposals, scopes of work, and project budgets.

Skills

Account management experience

Client relationship management

Project planning

Digital project experience

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

4-6 years in advertising, creative, or marketing

Job description

Established in 2004, Inside Ideas Group is a rapidly growing global agency network that helps clients drive their businesses forward from the Inside. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Account Manager

Location: Toronto, ON

Duration: 12 month contract

About the Role:

Inside Ideas is looking for a driven Account Manager to join our award-winning in-house creative, content, and production agency. This isn’t your typical AM gig — you’ll be a critical part of the team’s growth, helping drive campaigns from first spark to final delivery, and shaping how great work gets made. You’ll manage the day-to-day client relationship, but you’ll also have a seat at the table when it comes to pushing creative thinking, unblocking teams, and spotting opportunities to do something new and memorable. If you’re the type who cares about the work as much as the process, who isn’t afraid to ask “why not?” and who gets a thrill from a fast-moving, ever-evolving environment, this role is for you.

This role is based in Toronto, with a hybrid schedule (in office 3 days a week).

What you will be doing:

• Take charge of the smooth delivery of campaigns — from planning and creative development through to final production — ensuring projects stay on track, on budget, and on brand
• An understanding of the importance of working within brand guidelines, the business/their needs, expectations, and requirements in order to provide the best service and solution through close partnership in the key market.
• Act as the day-to-day point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and anticipating their needs
• Delivering projects, with support from the Project Management, including:
• Interrogating job requests and creating production ready briefs for design
• Providing clear, on-brief direction to creative and working with team through every step of a project to ensure client asks are met/covered
• Help lead cross-functional teams (strategy, design, copy, production) to deliver impactful creative work
• Identify opportunities for account growth and bring proactive ideas to clients and team, championing new ways to drive business forward
• Work closely with your counterparts and the Business Director to develop and implement strategic campaign plans
• Prepare client proposals, scopes of work, and project budgets, ensuring all work meets the highest standards
• Manage and mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and helping them develop their skills
• Keep a sharp eye on timelines, resources, and deliverables, and flag issues before they become roadblocks
• Champion the creative process — inspiring teams, guiding clients, and making sure every brief is clear and ambitious
• Manage the system for obtaining client feedback in a structured manner, reporting any concerns or creative and/or growth opportunities to the Business Director
• Identify and troubleshoot workflow or asset management system concerns
• Promote collaboration, transparency, and a solutions-first mindset within the team

What you need to be great in this role:

• 4-6 years of experience in an account management role in advertising, creative, or marketing, with a proven record of managing client relationships and delivering campaigns
• Experience working on digital, social, and video projects for major brands
• Strong ability to plan, prioritize, and juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Persuasive communicator, both written and verbal, with the confidence to challenge and inspire clients and teams
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative setting, but isn’t afraid to take the lead when needed
• Deep understanding of creative processes, digital platforms, and production workflows
• Meticulous attention to detail — you never let the small stuff slide
• Solutions-oriented and upbeat, with a genuine passion for creative work and business results - a natural-born leader
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is a plus
• Fluency in English; French is a bonus but not required

At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range from CAD 68,000.00 to CAD 76,000.00. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package.

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be Always learning and listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be Actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

Inside Ideas Group, part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

Inside Ideas Group has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.

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