Advertising Account Executive

The McCarthy Companies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance premium 100% paid by the company (employee-only)

401(k) with company match

Convenient location just north of downtown Dallas

Job summary

A full-service advertising agency in Dallas is seeking an Account Manager to coordinate client accounts and campaigns. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of experience in account management, strong organizational and project management skills, and familiarity with both traditional and digital media channels. Benefits include full health insurance coverage for employees and a 401(k) plan. This role thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, offering growth opportunities amidst real responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of account management experience, preferably in an agency.
• Experience across traditional and digital media channels like TV, radio, and social.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment without panicking.

Responsibilities

• Build understanding of client’s business and challenges.
• Organize and prioritize marketing objectives.
• Manage day-to-day campaign details to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, communications, or a related field

Tools

Google Analytics

Facebook Business Manager

Job description

You keep the wheels turning and the clients confident.

WhatYou’llActually Do

Be the Client’s Go-To

• Build a real understanding of each client’s business, challenges, inventory, and goals — then keep learning as they evolve.
• Support the Account Supervisor with meeting prep, decks, and presentations thatdon’tput people to sleep.
• Maintain consistent, proactive client communication — updates, follow-ups, problem-solving, and yes, the occasional fire drill.
• Make sure clients feel informed, supported, and confident in whatwe’redoing and why.

Bring Campaigns to Life

• Help turn ideas into integrated campaigns across broadcast, digital, social, mobile, print, OOH, collateral, and events.
• Organize and prioritize marketingobjectivesso execution stays smooth (even when things move fast — which they will).
• Manage day-to-day campaign details and ensure deliverables areaccurate, on time, and on strategy.
• Collaborate closely with Creative and Media to hit deadlines and keep internal + client communication clean and clear.

Own the Details (Without Needing Hand-Holding)

• Build and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Juggle multiple clients and campaigns while keeping priorities straight.
• Proactively manage tasks within our project management platform — no chasingrequired.
• Spot issues early, solve problems calmly, and sweat the details without losing the big picture.

Think Strategically, Not Just Tactically

• Monitor campaign performance and help prepare reports with real insights (not just numbers on a page).
• Stay plugged into automotive and marketing trends to help inform smarter client strategies.

WhatWe’reLooking For

The Basics

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, communications, ora relatedfield (preferred).
• 2–4 years of account management experience — agencyexperience stronglypreferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment without panicking.
• Experience across traditional and digital media channels (TV, radio, digital, social).

The Intangibles That Matter

• A motivated, critical thinker who looks for solutions instead of excuses.
• Someone who can work independentlyandcollaboratively without ego.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and not afraid to speak up when somethingdoesn’tadd up.

Bonus Points

• Automotive advertising or marketing experience.
• Familiarity with digital platforms and analytics tools (Google Analytics, Facebook Business Manager, etc.).

Why Build Your Career atThe McCarthyCompanies?

We’rea full-service advertising agency specializing in automotive, partnering with elite dealers and dealer groups across the country. With 30+ years in the industry,we’reknown for smart strategy, strong media execution, standout creative, and account teams thatactuallyowntheir work.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced, collaborative environment whereyou’llgrow quickly — becauseyou’retrusted with real responsibility, not just busywork.

The Perks

• Health insurance premium 100% paid by the company (employee-only)
• 401(k) with company match
• Convenient location just north of downtown Dallas

Straight Talk

This role is ideal for someone who wants tolevel up— not coast. If you like structureandvariety,strategyandexecution, and being relied on instead of micromanaged,you’llfit right in.