Strategic Account Director — Hybrid, Dallas

The LOOMIS Agency; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LOOMIS Agency in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Account Director to lead strategic client partnerships, shape integrated marketing programs, and drive measurable results.

You will collaborate with Strategy, Creative, Media, Production, Digital, and Project Management teams, guiding initiatives from concept to delivery while mentoring junior staff and ensuring work stays on strategy, on time, and within budget.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of advertising agency experience.
• Proven success leading integrated marketing campaigns.
• Experience managing executive-level client relationships.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a collaborative agency environment.
• Strong presentation, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into marketing execution.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and account profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior day-to-day strategic advisor for assigned clients.
• Develop a deep understanding of each client's business, competitive landscape, marketing objectives, and performance drivers.
• Lead annual account planning and guide the development of integrated marketing strategies that align with client goals.
• Translate business objectives into actionable marketing initiatives across traditional, digital, social, and emerging media.
• Own the client's Challenger Brand Roadmap, ensuring initiatives align with agreed-upon strategies and objectives.
• Anticipate business challenges and proactively recommend solutions that create long-term value.
• Lead the planning and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
• Partner with Creative, Strategy, Media, Digital, Production, and Analytics teams to develop innovative, business-driven solutions.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations supported by insights, analytics, and market trends.
• Create and oversee creative and media briefs for major initiatives.
• Apply performance marketing principles to optimize campaigns across traditional, digital, and emerging media.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing client relationships through strategic thinking and exceptional execution.
• Understand the agency's capabilities and confidently recommend additional services when appropriate.
• Participate in new business initiatives, including planning, research, and presentation development.
• Develop thoughtful points of view that help clients make informed marketing decisions.
• Lead and inspire cross-functional agency teams, ensuring work is delivered on strategy, on time, and within budget.
• Delegate effectively while maintaining accountability for project outcomes.
• Mentor Account Executives and other junior team members through coaching, regular one-on-one meetings, and professional development planning.
• Foster collaboration and build strong partnerships across all agency disciplines.

Skills

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Executive-level communication

Cross-functional leadership

Presentation skills

Budget forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business, or related field

Job description

LOOMIS Agency in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Account Director to lead strategic client partnerships, shape integrated marketing programs, and drive measurable results.

You will collaborate with Strategy, Creative, Media, Production, Digital, and Project Management teams, guiding initiatives from concept to delivery while mentoring junior staff and ensuring work stays on strategy, on time, and within budget.