Account Executive, OOH

Tech Sales Jobs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapport, part of Omnicom Media, is seeking an Account Executive to lead day-to-day OOH media planning, execution, and client servicing. You will work with Managers and senior staff to manage campaigns, optimize performance, and build strong vendor and client partnerships.

The role emphasizes collaborative planning, data-driven decision-making, and proactive service to grow client business in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of media planning, buying, or account service experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute OOH media plans and recommendations aligned with client objectives.
• Manage day-to-day account activities, including planning, buying, campaign execution, and operational support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agency partners, and media vendors.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partner agencies to deliver integrated media solutions.
• Utilize industry research and measurement tools to evaluate opportunities and optimize campaign performance.
• Monitor competitive activity, market trends, and emerging OOH media opportunities.
• Support client presentations, reporting, and post-campaign analyses.
• Resolve billing discrepancies and assist with financial reconciliation processes.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members while helping ensure project deadlines are met.
• Identify opportunities to retain and grow client business through proactive recommendations and marketplace expertise.

Skills

Media planning

Account management

Analytical thinking

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Geopath

Job description

Account Executive, OOH

Location: New York, New York, United States of America, Chicago, Illinois, United State of America

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Agency: Omnicom Media

Job Function: Media

Job Subfunction: Media Planning and Buying

Job Description:

We are Rapport, an Out of Home - OOH - media agency part of Outdoor Media Group and we're known for the strength of our relationships. Rewarding Connections is at the heart of everything we do. It's all about collaborative and successful partnerships and a passion to deliver valuable results. As OOH becomes more engaging, interactive, and content-driven, we're here to guide advertisers and agencies through the evolving media landscape. Please visit Rapport’s website for more information. Rapport is a member of the constellation of companies within Omnicom Media. https://rapportww.com/us/

Position Overview

The Account Executive is responsible for the day-to-day management, planning, execution, and maintenance of Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising campaigns. Working closely with Managers and senior team members, this role supports client relationships, media planning and buying, campaign operations, vendor management, and account growth initiatives. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of media planning principles, is highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute OOH media plans and recommendations aligned with client objectives.

• Manage day-to-day account activities, including planning, buying, campaign execution, and operational support.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agency partners, and media vendors.

• Collaborate with internal teams and partner agencies to deliver integrated media solutions.

• Utilize industry research and measurement tools to evaluate opportunities and optimize campaign performance.

• Monitor competitive activity, market trends, and emerging OOH media opportunities.

• Support client presentations, reporting, and post-campaign analyses.

• Resolve billing discrepancies and assist with financial reconciliation processes.

• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members while helping ensure project deadlines are met.

• Identify opportunities to retain and grow client business through proactive recommendations and marketplace expertise.

Qualifications

Required

• 1–3 years of media planning, buying, or account service experience, preferably within advertising, media, or OOH.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners.

Preferred

• Experience with OOH media planning and buying.

• Familiarity with media research and measurement tools, including Geopath.

• Experience presenting recommendations and campaign results to clients.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor or train junior team members.

Core Competencies

• Client Service

• Media Planning & Buying

• Strategic Thinking

• Communication & Presentation Skills

• Organization & Project Management

• Analytical Thinking

• Collaboration & Teamwork

• Problem Solving

This role offers the opportunity to work with leading brands, contribute to innovative OOH campaigns, and continue developing expertise within one of the fastest-growing sectors of the media industry.

Wage and Benefits

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family.

The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.

$66,500- $66,500

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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