Ttl Account Director

Thisismachine; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an experienced Account Director to lead strategic, digitally led creative campaigns. This role involves managing client partnerships, executing impactful campaigns across various platforms, and collaborating with creative and digital teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in account management and a passion for innovative solutions. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and strategic thinking, and make a significant impact in the advertising services industry.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in account management, with 2+ years as an Account Director.
• Experience in digital agencies and large multinational brands is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead client partnerships and manage day-to-day interactions.
• Deliver high-quality campaigns from concept to execution.
• Analyze campaign performance to optimize results.

Skills

Account Management

Digital Expertise

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Campaign Planning

Education

Degree in Marketing

Degree in Advertising

Job description

Machine_ is a creative solutions agency with offices in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban, comprising over 75 innovative professionals.

At Machine_, we believe that insights are fundamental to effective work.

We start every project with a deep understanding of the insights that inform our strategies.

Our team leverages these insights to craft impactful, accountable solutions that engage consumers across all connected platforms.

Machine_ is part of Publicis Groupe, a rapidly expanding global network.

Our mantra, Never Afraid, reflects our core values: doing the right thing, curiosity, solutions orientation, and a bold attitude.

Living by this mantra helps us grow our clients' businesses, and these values guide our recruitment of new talent.

We value personality equally with experience.

We work hard, have fun, and aim to make a difference.

Overview

We seek an experienced through-the-line Account Director with a strategic mindset and a passion for digitally led creative campaigns to join our Johannesburg team.

Responsibilities

1. Lead client partnerships with strategic influence, managing day-to-day interactions, campaign planning, and service delivery.
2. Manage campaigns across digital and social platforms for various brands.
3. Interpret client needs into clear creative and strategic briefs.
4. Deliver high-quality campaigns from concept to execution, adhering to brand objectives and timelines.
5. Develop project plans ensuring timely delivery.
6. Collaborate with creative, strategy, media, digital, and data teams.
7. Execute large-scale TTL campaigns on schedule and within scope.
8. Analyze campaign performance to optimize results and practices.
9. Identify new opportunities across digital and social media based on trends.

Business Skills

• Lead end-to-end campaigns, working with external agencies.
• Possess strong digital expertise, understanding social platforms and technical requirements.
• Experience in ATL (Film, Audio, OOH) production.
• Manage client portfolio financials with a commercial mindset.
• Focus on strategy and execution.
• Excellent project management and problem-solving skills.
• Stay updated on new technologies and their creative applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in account management, with at least 2 years as an Account Director.
• Degree in Marketing or Advertising.
• Experience in digital agencies and with large multinational brands or FMCG is advantageous.
• Proven track record working with external agency partners.

Additional Information

Please submit a concise CV and portfolio of work. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear within 2 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

Publicis Groupe is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and adheres to employment equity principles.

All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and fit, with a preference for candidates from designated groups.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industry: Advertising Services