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Sensis

Account Director - TX

Sensis, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


SENSIS

Who we are:

An integrated cross-cultural marketing agency. We reflect and embrace the cultural diversity of America to develop meaningful marketing programs that drive measurable conversions.

We opened our doors in 1998 (as Focus Multimedia). We got our start building websites and have expanded into a full-service advertising agency, helping our clients take advantage of the fundamental changes taking place in the marketing world – the emergence of digital technologies, expanded multiculturalism, and the transformative impact of social media.

What we are looking for: Account Director - TX

Full-Time / Competitive Salary

What you’ll be doing:

Establish your role as the key person /Agency contact for multiple client contacts.

Hands on management of daily activities for several of our key clients/accounts.

Play the pivotal role of coordinating between research/strategic planning, creative, amplification and media departments to ensure smooth development and implementation of clients' campaigns.

Oversee budget planning, competitive monitoring, research/strategic planning as needed; work with accounts to extract new business and put yourself in the position of their ‘Chief Marketer’ as you conceive of marketing and advertising plans to serve their goals.

Provide information for creative strategies and briefs; communicate clients' needs thoroughly and effectively to creatives.

Monitor creative effectiveness/quality.

Assist in identifying marketing opportunities/needs.

Process legal, technical, and plan approvals.

Generate ideas for promotion and merchandising programs.

Orchestrate media deadlines, legal clearance issues, interactive technology and serving issues, lead media development process and understand media planning/buying across media types and how it interfaces with creative needs.

Manage and mentor Account Services staff.

Collaborate with Managing Director to see that the team is functioning efficiently and effectively both in the Austin office and across all Sensis offices, including identifying and filling staffing needs.

Oversight of all account’s profitability.

What you’ll bring along:

Strong client service background and skills required (7+ years in ad agency preferred)

Knowledge of creative and expectations of clients

Strong writing and presentation skills

Organizational skills

Category experience in healthcare, higher education, energy/utilities, public transportation, and financial services preferred

Aptitude in leading digital campaigns

Ability to manage multiple tasks and project plans

Demonstrated ability to work well with others and autonomously

Motivated with a sense of urgency

"Can do" attitude

A passion for excellence

Ability to balance strong client service ethic with “Company First” thinking

Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy

High degree of flexibility

Proficiency in Spanish strongly preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Advertising or related field

Please submit resume, cover letter, portfolio if required and answer all questions in our online interface for consideration.

What we offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Aflac, 401K, Generous PTO - Potential growth opportunities

Where:

Austin TX

3303 Northland Drive

Suite 216

Austin, TX 78731