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DKY

Account Director

DKY, Bloomington, Minnesota, United States,


Account Director - Outdoor

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Company: DKY, an Independent Brand Marketing & Advertising Agency

Are you passionate about the outdoors and looking for a leadership role in a dynamic, growing agency? DKY, a Minneapolis-based marketing and advertising agency, is seeking a full-time Account Director to lead client relationships and campaigns in the outdoor industry. At DKY, we are dedicated to helping good people build impactful brands across four key sectors: outdoor recreation, agribusiness, industrial manufacturing, and faith-based non-profits.

Founded in 1994, DKY has cultivated a culture where great work happens in an environment that puts people first. No pretense, no spotlight chasing—just a team of like-minded professionals making a difference. If this sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to meet you!

What You'll Do:

Client Service

Serve as the primary client contact, building strong, lasting relationships based on trust and partnership

Engage with clients on all aspects of their business and marketing needs, providing thought leadership and strategic guidance

Understand clients' business, products, and goals, offering long- and short-term strategic solutions

Coordinate between Strategy, Creative, and Media teams to develop and implement campaigns

Advocate for the client’s needs within the agency, ensuring quality work that is delivered on time and on budget

Identify and promote agency expertise to drive additional value for clients

Account Management

Lead the development and execution of marketing strategies, campaigns, and initiatives

Collaborate with the Account and Project Management teams to meet client objectives and manage project priorities

Oversee the creative development and production process to ensure brand standards and project goals are met

Review work for quality and accuracy, ensuring final approvals before sharing with clients

Manage vendor relationships, review bids, and oversee project execution

Continuously seek opportunities for workflow and process improvements

What You Bring:

10+ years of account management experience in a marketing/advertising agency

Experience in B2C marketing; Outdoor category preferred but not required

Expertise in developing marketing strategies and leading multi-disciplinary teams

Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary: Based on experience and qualifications

Medical Insurance: HealthPartners (75% of premium paid by DKY for employees and dependents)

HSA Contributions: $1,750 for individuals or $3,500 for families (per year)

Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance: 100% paid by DKY

Paid Time Off: PTO, 8 paid holidays

401k: After one year of service, 4% match with employee contribution of 5%

Flex Work Policy: Four days in-office, one day remote

Tools Provided: MacBook Pro, Microsoft Office 365, G-Suite, and more

About DKY:

DKY is an independent, full-service brand marketing and advertising agency with a 28-year track record of helping brands make a great impact. We focus on serving outdoor recreation, agribusiness, industrial manufacturing, and faith-based clients with integrity, creativity, and partnership.

If you’re ready to join a people-first agency making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!