Account Manager

Coppinger Exhibits Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Coppinger Exhibits Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Account Manager to oversee client relationships and ensure successful delivery of trade show exhibits.

You will serve as the primary contact, coordinate design, production, and logistics, and manage project scope, timelines, and budgets. You will regularly update clients, gather feedback, and identify opportunities for account growth and additional services.

Qualifications

• Experience in account management or sales.
• Experience coordinating projects from concept through production and logistics, preferably in exhibits/events.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Comfortable working with budgets, timelines, and basic PM tools.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work with creative, production, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client accounts and serve as the primary point of contact.
• Coordinate internal teams—design, production, logistics—to deliver exhibits.
• Prepare project scopes, timelines, and budgets; monitor progress.
• Regularly communicate project updates and gather client feedback.
• Identify opportunities for account growth and additional services.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Budgeting basics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in business/marketing or related field

Job description

Company Description

Coppinger Exhibits Inc. is a full-service custom exhibit company specializing in the design, production, and logistical support of trade show exhibits and visual displays. The team focuses on translating client messages into impactful, visually engaging experiences that strengthen brand visibility. Every project blends creativity, functional design, and attentive customer service to deliver meaningful results. Regardless of project size, the company maintains a collaborative approach centered on building corporate and product brands with a positive return on investment. Coppinger Exhibits prides itself on being an end-to-end partner and resource for clients throughout the exhibit lifecycle.

Role Description

The Account Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Indianapolis, IN, responsible for overseeing client relationships and ensuring successful delivery of exhibit and display projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing client accounts, serving as the primary point of contact, and coordinating internal teams such as design, production, and logistics. The role involves preparing project scopes, timelines, and budgets, monitoring progress, and proactively resolving issues to keep projects on track. The Account Manager will regularly communicate project updates, gather client feedback, and identify opportunities for account growth and additional services. This position also requires participating in planning meetings, supporting trade show schedules, and maintaining accurate documentation across all assigned accounts.

Qualifications

• Strong client relationship management and account management skills, with the ability to serve as a trusted partner to diverse stakeholders.


• Experience coordinating projects from concept through production and logistics, preferably in exhibits, events, marketing, or related industries.


• Proficiency in communication, both written and verbal, including presenting ideas, documenting requirements, and managing expectations.


• Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.


• Comfort working with budgets, timelines, and basic project management tools or software.


• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with creative, production, and operations teams in a fast-paced environment.


• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in contracts, schedules, and client deliverables.


• Relevant experience in account management, customer service, or sales; experience in trade shows, exhibits, or experiential marketing is a plus.


• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.