Senior Account Director, Live Events – Lithia Springs, Ga

Mc2 Experience; Gauteng; On-site; USD 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Account Director to lead their Live Events practice. This role requires a proactive and collaborative individual with a minimum of 7 years of experience in Account Service and Project Management within the Live Events sector. You will oversee key accounts, ensuring exceptional service and innovative solutions while fostering a winning team culture. Join a company that values teamwork, individual strength, and innovation, and be part of a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact on brand experiences.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Account Service or Project Management.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead key accounts and projects from concept to execution.
• Conduct research for experiential planning and venue scouting.
• Manage and analyze results of all programs and recommend changes.

Skills

Account Service

Project Management

Live Events

Team Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

Senior Account Director, Live Events – Lithia Springs, GA

Are you energized by collaboration and the delivery of world-class brand experiences?

We are seeking a driven, highly collaborative, and proactive individual to lead Account Services within our Live Events practice at MC 2.

We define Live Events as experiences within Conferences, Meetings & Events where we produce Key Notes, Breakouts, Expo Halls, and/or GC services, engaging consumers/attendees throughout.

Our recent work includes Key Notes at leading industry events such as CES; Government Agency Conferences; and SKO's, awards dinners, and/or product launches for major consumer/B2B brands.

Location: Lithia Springs, GA

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Role Description

This role will lead key accounts and associated projects from concept to execution by implementing tried and true MC 2 processes and ensuring our Account Service is second to none.

This individual will report to the Head of Experiential & Live Events and will manage and work alongside other Live Events team members, as well as Creative/Design, Strategy, Production & GC Services teams.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Conduct research in support of experiential planning (venue scouting, event recommendations, prospective vendor partnerships, etc.)
2. Lead and work collaboratively with project teams to provide best-in-class Live Events activations
3. Develop and maintain strategies to meet client program objectives and goals
4. Set productivity standards for project teams, track performance, and hold team members accountable
5. Manage select members of the Live Events team and cultivate a winning team environment
6. Think creatively and strategically with a strong understanding of marketing principles
7. Manage and analyze program results and recommend changes based on performance
8. Build results-oriented culture focused on delivering well-executed, unexpected, and rewarding client work
9. Drive results by anticipating future needs and taking decisive action
10. Build strategic alliances with key stakeholders among vendors, internal partners, and clients
11. Provide thought leadership and generate ideas alongside the creative team
12. Leverage industry, marketplace, client, and MC 2 organization knowledge
13. Build teamwork and camaraderie across the organization
14. Proactively assist team members and remove barriers to effectiveness
15. Contribute to MC 2's financial health by providing feedback on project hours and estimating time for upcoming projects
16. Promote account team work standards and resolve operational problems
17. Identify and respond to trends impacting clients and the business

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of Account Service / Project Management experience in a Live Events agency/environment
• Understanding of all aspects of Live Events, including GC operations
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Team management and motivational skills
• Ability to multi-task and process information efficiently
• Assertiveness and proactive attitude
• Excellent communication and delegation skills
• Creative, solutions-oriented mindset

About Us

We are an international leader in exhibit and event marketing, designing and building engaging spaces and innovating within them. With 15 U.S. locations and a European office in Düsseldorf, Germany, we create dynamic environments for face-to-face brand interactions.

MC² offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and more. Our culture promotes teamwork, individual strength, and innovation in a dynamic environment. MC² is an equal opportunity employer.