Experiential Account Director - Lead Strategy & Teams

Activate Inc.; Ferndale (MI); Ibrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Activate Inc. is seeking an Account Director to lead a portfolio of experiential programs and develop a talented team of Producers, Associate Producers, and Production Coordinators. You will drive strategic direction, nurture client relationships, and ensure flawless program execution from concept to post-event wrap-up.

The role demands a player-coach mindset: lead from the front, empower others, and roll up your sleeves when needed to deliver outstanding experiences for world-class brands.

Competenze

• 10+ years of experience in event production, experiential marketing, or agency account management.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale experiential programs and high-performing teams.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills, including experience growing accounts and retaining business.
• Strong understanding of experiential marketing, creative strategy, and live event production.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance big-picture strategy with the details that make great events possible.
• A genuine passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing others.
• A collaborative, adaptable, hands-on leadership style.

Mansioni

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of event production professionals, helping them grow their skills, confidence, and careers.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight across multiple experiential programs.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, creative thinking, and exceptional execution.
• Be the leader your team can count on when challenges arise.
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to key clients, building relationships that drive satisfaction, loyalty, and repeat business.
• Lead high-level client conversations, presentations, and strategic planning.
• Understand your clients' goals and help translate their vision into experiences that deliver results.
• Navigate challenging conversations with confidence, professionalism, and a solutions-first mindset.
• Oversee experiential programs from initial concept and pre-production through live execution and post-event wrap-up.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop creative, innovative experiences that make an impact.
• Ensure programs are executed on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
• Keep your finger on the pulse of your portfolio, anticipating challenges and helping your team stay several steps ahead.
• Be the calm in the storm when plans change, vendors fall short, or unexpected challenges arise.
• Make smart, decisive calls that protect client relationships and keep programs moving forward.
• Support your team through high-pressure situations, stepping in when your experience and leadership are needed most.

Conoscenze

Event production

Experiential marketing

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Budget management

Descrizione del lavoro

Activate Inc. is seeking an Account Director to lead a portfolio of experiential programs and develop a talented team of Producers, Associate Producers, and Production Coordinators. You will drive strategic direction, nurture client relationships, and ensure flawless program execution from concept to post-event wrap-up.

The role demands a player-coach mindset: lead from the front, empower others, and roll up your sleeves when needed to deliver outstanding experiences for world-class brands.