Account Executive
Vladimir Jones, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Overview
The Account Executive is an experienced individual responsible for managing specific client accounts and programs under the Account Supervisor or Account Director. The position requires the ability to manage projects from start to finish, earning the confidence of and developing a strong working rapport with day-to-day client contacts. Two of the Account Executive’s critical roles are (1) internal support of the client team, and (2) collaborate/define projects with the extended agency team including production, creative, media, and operations.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain active and productive working relationships with client contacts
Develop a knowledge of, and be conversant in each client’s business – business model basics, key issues and competitive situation
Anticipate, and proactively make the Account Supervisor/Director aware of any and all expectation issues
Understand the functions and processes of all agency departments
Effectively monitor the work of other agency departments against agreed upon timetables
Effectively incorporate senior account management staff as project objectives or issues warrant
Articulate, and adhere to, agreed upon project directives and production guidelines
Evaluate and provide a point of view on strategic, creative and media alternatives
Primary project executive on all client projects, demonstrating an ability to organize workload and workflow
Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor and summarize progress of projects
Ensure project completion on time, and on budget
Provide daily end‑to‑end project management of assigned client projects and workflows
Agency Processes – work with teams to communicate and streamline workflow of agency processes, provides oversight that they are being followed correctly
Flexibility with condensed timelines and changes; not all projects align with the schedule planned
As requested, provide presentation support including content development, presentation creation, preparation and delivery
Collect, analyze, organize and present an insightful point of view on client assignments or new opportunities
Contribute to the development of project and/or annual client planning documents
Consistently utilize agency tools and processes to ensure projects are on‑time, on‑budget and in support of the information needs of agency management
Develop conference reports, job starts, change logs, strategic briefs, media briefs, buy authorizations, client status reports
Responsible for project estimates and on‑going budget & time reconciliations; reports on variances and needs which are outside of the project scope
Prepare monthly budget recaps for each client and distribute to the supervisor
Qualifications
Minimum 3‑4 years’ experience within the advertising industry
Project management experience is a plus
Four‑year degree from an accredited college/university in marketing or a related field
Previous agency experience preferred
Demonstrate a commitment to do whatever is required to get the job done right and with enthusiasm
Possess sound judgment and effective problem‑solving skills, learning quickly from experience
Must demonstrate a high ability in priority setting, time management and managing workload – able to prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines and tight timelines
High attention to detail – attentive, accurate and thorough
Ability to negotiate with different personalities to accomplish goals
Knack for managing up – proactively and efficiently communicates major project/client milestones to agency leadership
A “self‑starter” – able to anticipate needs, work with limited supervision and exercise independent judgment in problem solving when required
Must be able to write and speak with clarity, authority and persuasion, possessing expert presentation and written skills to internal and external audiences
Must have high budget management skills
Ability to cultivate a collaborative work environment with team members and has a constant desire for relationship development (with clients, vendors, team members)
Ability to multitask and support various groups of users
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EAS and have a working knowledge of all agency presentation equipment
Agency Values
GRIT. Fall seven times, get up eight.
CURIOUS. Follow that hunch with unbridled passion.
PROVOCATIVE. When it comes to moving a piano, never grab the sheet music.
CONFIDENCE. Fake it ‘til you make it. Then fake it some more. (Psst, no one knows. It’s ok.)
UNCOMPROMISING. What you do when no one is watching is really who you are.
UNFORGETTABLE. What about you, your character, your personality - sticks?
UNWAVERING. Projects and initiatives are rarely sprints. Pace yourself. And encourage others who need a pick‑me‑up along the way.
MYTH‑WORTHY. What stories about you will still loom large 20 years from now.
Schedule and Location Monday - Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. Remote work available Fridays. This role will be based out of our Colorado Springs, CO office.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000. New hires typically start between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range posted depending on qualifications.
Benefits
401(k) + employer match
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life and short‑term disability (100% employer paid)
Voluntary long‑term disability
EAP
9 paid holidays
PTO, Floating Holiday, Volunteering Day
Education reimbursement
Employee referral program
Employee recognition program where points turn into money!
Vladimir Jones is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Vladimir Jones participates in E‑Verify, which is a federal program used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain active and productive working relationships with client contacts
Develop a knowledge of, and be conversant in each client’s business – business model basics, key issues and competitive situation
Anticipate, and proactively make the Account Supervisor/Director aware of any and all expectation issues
Understand the functions and processes of all agency departments
Effectively monitor the work of other agency departments against agreed upon timetables
Effectively incorporate senior account management staff as project objectives or issues warrant
Articulate, and adhere to, agreed upon project directives and production guidelines
Evaluate and provide a point of view on strategic, creative and media alternatives
Primary project executive on all client projects, demonstrating an ability to organize workload and workflow
Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor and summarize progress of projects
Ensure project completion on time, and on budget
Provide daily end‑to‑end project management of assigned client projects and workflows
Agency Processes – work with teams to communicate and streamline workflow of agency processes, provides oversight that they are being followed correctly
Flexibility with condensed timelines and changes; not all projects align with the schedule planned
As requested, provide presentation support including content development, presentation creation, preparation and delivery
Collect, analyze, organize and present an insightful point of view on client assignments or new opportunities
Contribute to the development of project and/or annual client planning documents
Consistently utilize agency tools and processes to ensure projects are on‑time, on‑budget and in support of the information needs of agency management
Develop conference reports, job starts, change logs, strategic briefs, media briefs, buy authorizations, client status reports
Responsible for project estimates and on‑going budget & time reconciliations; reports on variances and needs which are outside of the project scope
Prepare monthly budget recaps for each client and distribute to the supervisor
Qualifications
Minimum 3‑4 years’ experience within the advertising industry
Project management experience is a plus
Four‑year degree from an accredited college/university in marketing or a related field
Previous agency experience preferred
Demonstrate a commitment to do whatever is required to get the job done right and with enthusiasm
Possess sound judgment and effective problem‑solving skills, learning quickly from experience
Must demonstrate a high ability in priority setting, time management and managing workload – able to prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines and tight timelines
High attention to detail – attentive, accurate and thorough
Ability to negotiate with different personalities to accomplish goals
Knack for managing up – proactively and efficiently communicates major project/client milestones to agency leadership
A “self‑starter” – able to anticipate needs, work with limited supervision and exercise independent judgment in problem solving when required
Must be able to write and speak with clarity, authority and persuasion, possessing expert presentation and written skills to internal and external audiences
Must have high budget management skills
Ability to cultivate a collaborative work environment with team members and has a constant desire for relationship development (with clients, vendors, team members)
Ability to multitask and support various groups of users
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EAS and have a working knowledge of all agency presentation equipment
Agency Values
GRIT. Fall seven times, get up eight.
CURIOUS. Follow that hunch with unbridled passion.
PROVOCATIVE. When it comes to moving a piano, never grab the sheet music.
CONFIDENCE. Fake it ‘til you make it. Then fake it some more. (Psst, no one knows. It’s ok.)
UNCOMPROMISING. What you do when no one is watching is really who you are.
UNFORGETTABLE. What about you, your character, your personality - sticks?
UNWAVERING. Projects and initiatives are rarely sprints. Pace yourself. And encourage others who need a pick‑me‑up along the way.
MYTH‑WORTHY. What stories about you will still loom large 20 years from now.
Schedule and Location Monday - Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. Remote work available Fridays. This role will be based out of our Colorado Springs, CO office.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000. New hires typically start between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range posted depending on qualifications.
Benefits
401(k) + employer match
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life and short‑term disability (100% employer paid)
Voluntary long‑term disability
EAP
9 paid holidays
PTO, Floating Holiday, Volunteering Day
Education reimbursement
Employee referral program
Employee recognition program where points turn into money!
Vladimir Jones is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Vladimir Jones participates in E‑Verify, which is a federal program used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
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