# Account ManagerWhen you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our . California residents should read our . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.# Account Manager#### **Brand:** GTB#### **Department:** Client & Business Leadership#### **Location:** Detroit, MI, United States#### **Last Updated:** 2/3/2026#### **Requisition ID:** 13586### **About VML**VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information,please visit , andfollowalong on ,, and.**Role Summary**Account Managers handle the day-to-day operations of agency projects, including research, scope development, creative briefing and job execution. They are responsible for base-level client contact, management of status meetings, organizing information shared by and with the client, and ensuring agency procedures are followed.Account Managers will lead projects from beginning to end while fostering relationships directly with clients and the agency team. The idea is that someone looking at an AM role wants project ownership experience and client engagement development opportunities.Account Managers serve as agency implementers for achieving the client’s strategic brand and business objectives by working with clients to provide them with guidance and working with the internal team to achieve execution of strategies. They serve a vital role in promoting the integration of cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless delivery of all work to the client. This candidate must be prepared for a fast-paced environment and be comfortable making decisions.**Responsibilities*** Gains and maintains knowledge of client’s business, industry and competition* Responsible for ensuing conference reports and/or meeting notes are complete and distributed to clients and/or agency partners as appropriate* Ensures strategic creative alignment of briefs and seamless project delivery from concept to completion.* Initiates projects within the agency, according to standard kick-off protocol* Responsible for day-to-day implementation of project deliverables; ensures deliverables are client ready* Participation in key client meetings including status meetings and presentations* Focus is on flawless execution of current project* Demonstrate strong ownership over their work and possess a high degree of coachability, eagerness to learn, and adaptability**.****Required Skills*** Is able to understand the business issues clients face in a variety of industries.* Possesses superior communication skills, both internal and client facing.* Has strong relationship management, organizational and project management skills.* Manages up and knows when to escalate internal and/or client concerns.* Is able to work effectively with a variety of internal teams and business groups, including Creative, Media and Technical Delivery Specialists.* Is able to identify opportunities for growth and incremental opportunities with client partners.* Has a strong interest in technology or digital marketing.* Familiarity with ecommerce and online advertising is a plus.**Required Experience*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.* Two to five years of full-time experience in digital marketing, media or advertising (digital experience strongly preferred).* Agency experience (preferred)The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click for more details.\_$45,000—$90,000 USDWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our . California residents should read our . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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