Account Director

Blacklist Creative; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic creative agency in London is seeking a highly motivated Account Director to manage client portfolios and lead exceptional campaigns. With responsibility for client satisfaction and team collaboration, applicants should have strong leadership and account management experience. A degree in marketing or communications and a solid background in production processes are essential.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contribution scheme

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field is essential.
• 5+ years of experience in account management required.
• Strong understanding of production processes and client management expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as primary contact.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver effective and innovative solutions.
• Mentor junior members of the team and guide project success.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Client Relationship Management

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field

Job description

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Full Time (5 days per week)

Full Time Salary: £55,000 pa (experience dependent)

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension: Our scheme is in line with statutory requirements: employer contribution 3%, employee contribution minimum 5%.

Reports to: Creative Services Director

Department: Account Management

About Blacklist

Blacklist Creative is a growing full-service creative agency and production studio that specialises in content creation, entertainment marketing and experiences. We work with an array of major global clients to deliver exceptional creative seamlessly. With content creation at the centre, we support our clients with strategy, creativity, and the latest digital services from our offices in London & Amsterdam.

Blacklist Creative are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in all its forms.

All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need

Job Description (What you have to do)

We are seeking a highly-motivated and experienced Account Director with a specialisation in Creative and Experiential to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of clients, ensuring their needs are met and exceeded by providing exceptional service and solutions that meet their production requirements.

The Account Director will work closely with our production teams to develop and execute successful campaigns that deliver on time, on budget, and with exceptional quality.

This role would also be suitable for an experienced Account Manager who is looking for their next step.

Core Role & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as their primary point of contact.
• Understand the client's business and marketing objectives, and use this knowledge to develop effective solutions that meet their needs and exceed their expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including creative, design, production, and account management, to develop effective and innovative creative solutions that align with client objectives.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and develop new business, working closely with the Business Development team to generate leads and proposals.
• Mentor junior members of the Creative Services team, providing guidance and support as needed to ensure their success.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies, sharing insights and best practices with internal teams and clients.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in account management,
• Strong understanding of production processes, including video, print, digital, and experiential.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and solutions to clients and internal teams.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and manage effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and strategically.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience working in an agency environment is preferred.
• Previous experience with a focus on creative and/or experiential production.
• Understanding of the broadcast, streaming, entertainment and gaming industries