Account Leader: Drive Strategy, Client Growth & Impact

GSD&M; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GSD&M in Austin seeks an Account Manager to drive flawless execution from briefing to release, championing cross‑functional collaboration and client success. You’ll be the backbone of the account team, ensuring all projects align with broader brand goals and client strategy.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of agency experience, strong presentation and writing skills, and a proactive mindset. This role emphasizes collaboration, organization, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BA required, preferred concentration in advertising, communications or marketing.
• 2+ years of agency experience (preferred) or related communication industry experience that provides an understanding of advertising, marketing, paid and social media, creative, production, research, direct marketing, finance, etc.
• Strategic thought leadership
• Strong presentation and writing skills
• Strong listening and interpersonal skills
• Management/team-building skills
• Effectively and confidently balance the dual expectations and business goals of clients and the agency.
• Anticipate and address potential client issues, advising agency management in time to act proactively.
• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented in a production intensive environment
• Proficient in MS Office Suite or Mac equivalent

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative process from briefing to presentation and production through release.
• Summary: manage status reports, oversee estimates/billing, craft conference reports and meeting agendas, help with meeting prep.
• Be in lock step with your Project Manager to optimize resources and timing.
• Build trust with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure successful meetings and outcomes.
• Champion intelligent and inspiring strategy translating client business into day-to-day account activity.
• Partner with creative teams to deliver cutting-edge, smart work that meets client needs.
• Train and empower Assistant Account Managers and interns.
• Lead the account team towards flawless execution and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Foster relationships with clients and partner agencies to drive client success and business growth.

Skills

Strong presentation and writing skills

Strong listening and interpersonal

Management and team-building

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Strategic thought leadership

Excellent communication

Education

BA in advertising, communications or marketing

Tools

MS Office Suite or Mac equivalent

Job description

GSD&M in Austin seeks an Account Manager to drive flawless execution from briefing to release, championing cross‑functional collaboration and client success. You’ll be the backbone of the account team, ensuring all projects align with broader brand goals and client strategy.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of agency experience, strong presentation and writing skills, and a proactive mindset. This role emphasizes collaboration, organization, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.