Account Strategist (214066)

Aquent; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent in Hoboken, NJ is seeking an Account Manager to lead end-to-end omnichannel advertising campaigns. You will translate brand goals into media strategies, manage day-to-day client interactions, and drive measurable outcomes across channels.

You will work with sales and internal teams to deliver data-driven proposals, present insights, and grow client revenue while maintaining strong partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communication or related field is required.
• 3+ years managing or consulting on digital media campaigns across display, video, social, search and programmatic channels.
• Strong knowledge of media metrics (CPM, ROAS, CPC, CTR) and media math for optimization.
• Proven client-facing experience with proactive risk identification and solutions.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong project management; able to multitask under pressure.
• Comfort with evolving environments and ambiguity, plus Excel/PowerPoint proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans and execute managed-service and self-service campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal sales and account teams on data-driven media proposals.
• Lead external advertiser and agency calls, showcasing media tactics and audience strategy.
• Apply expertise across paid search, display, social, programmatic, CTV, and digital OOH.
• Report campaign performance, insights, and optimization recommendations.
• Ensure seamless launches and high-quality client experiences per SLAs and QA processes.
• Present upsell recommendations to drive incremental revenue with clients and agencies.
• Coordinate trafficking of campaigns across ad-tech platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues to maintain optimal performance.

Skills

Client-facing

Strategic planning

Campaign management

Data-driven media proposals

Communication & presentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Salesforce

JIRA

Tableau

SQL

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Marketing/Communication

Master’s Degree (nice-to-have)

Tools

Salesforce

JIRA

Tableau

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Pay Comments:

W2, Benefits and 401k matching

Minimum Pay (per hour):

44.00

Maximum Pay (per hour):

49.00

Hours:

Full-time

Duration:

01/29/2027 - potential to extend

Job Description:

Note: This role is 5 days onsite in Hoboken, NJ.

Partnered with Aquent, a leading global eCommerce organization is seeking a dynamic individual to join its innovative advertising team. In this pivotal Account Manager role, you will play a crucial part in shaping and executing cutting-edge advertising solutions that drive significant conversion and brand-building success for our clients. Your strategic insights and hands-on execution will directly influence client satisfaction and revenue growth, making a tangible impact on the success of diverse advertising campaigns across multiple channels.

About the Role

This role blends strategic planning with tactical execution, offering a unique opportunity to lead end-to-end omnichannel advertising campaigns. You will serve as a subject matter expert, translating brand marketing goals into actionable media strategies and delivering measurable results. By managing day-to-day client interactions and providing strategic recommendations, you will be instrumental in fostering strong client relationships and contributing to overall business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strong executor and consultative partner, developing strategic plans and executing managed-service and self-service campaigns.
• Collaborate closely with internal sales and account teams to craft strategic, data-driven media proposals aligned with client objectives.
• Lead and participate in external advertiser and agency calls, showcasing expertise in media tactics, audience strategy, and campaign stewardship.
• Apply a deep understanding of various media types, including paid search, programmatic display, direct digital sponsorships, CTV, social media, digital OOH, and experiential in-store tactics.
• Regularly communicate campaign performance metrics, insights, and optimization recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless campaign launches and high-quality client experiences by adhering to internal service level agreements (SLAs) and quality assurance (QA) processes.
• Confidently present strategic upsell recommendations to drive incremental revenue, demonstrating strong executive presence with clients and agencies.
• Partner cross-functionally to effectively traffic campaigns across various ad technology platforms.
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve campaign issues to ensure optimal performance and client satisfaction.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience managing or consulting on digital media campaigns across display, video, social, search, and programmatic channels.
• Deep understanding of digital media metrics (e.g., CPM, ROAS, CPC, CTR) and media math principles for campaign optimization.
• Proven client-facing experience, including proactive risk identification and solution development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with strong presentation abilities.
• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple priorities effectively.
• High comfort level navigating rapidly evolving environments and ambiguous situations.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, along with familiarity with Salesforce, JIRA, Tableau, SQL, and Power BI.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in programmatic advertising, including knowledge of Demand-Side Platforms (DSPs), Data Management Platforms (DMPs), and ad exchanges.
• Proven track record of influencing advertiser investments in media strategies.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $44.00/hr to $49.00/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.

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Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment- one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.