Managing Director, Creative Operations & Client Growth (Aquent Studios)

Overview

Placement Type:

N/A

Salary:

$130,000-150,000 Salary

Start Date:

May 1, 2026

About the Role

Aquent Studios is

seeking a visionary Managing Director to lead a large-scale, high-profile client engagement and drive both business growth and operational excellence. This is a pivotal leadership role where you will shape strategy, inspire high-performing teams, and expand the partnership's footprint.

You'll play a critical role in transforming how creative and operational workflows evolve-particularly through the integration of AI and emerging technologies. Your leadership will directly influence revenue growth, client satisfaction, and the future direction of Aquent Studios' largest engagements.

What You'll Do

Operational Leadership

Lead day-to-day client engagement, overseeing team performance, delivery, and client satisfaction

Drive large, complex programs from planning through execution-ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget

Continuously evolve creative workflows by integrating tools, technologies, and AI-driven efficiencies

Align team structure, skillsets, and resourcing to support growth and profitability

Oversee delivery across digital, content, marketing, and experiential initiatives

Business Development & Client Growth

Expand business opportunities within the client organization, identifying new areas for growth

Manage and grow a multi-million-dollar account, ensuring long-term partnership success

Lead strategic planning initiatives to drive revenue and improve operational efficiency

Build and maintain strong executive-level client relationships

Develop innovative proposals and pricing models that position Aquent Studios as a preferred partner

Financial Leadership

Own and manage Profit & Loss (P&L) for a large-scale engagement

Drive revenue growth while maintaining strong profit margins

Oversee forecasting, budgeting, cost estimation, and financial reporting

Ensure profitability through effective resource and project management

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and inspire large, cross-functional teams

Build and scale teams aligned to business growth and evolving client needs

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Provide clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback

Quality, Innovation & Strategy

Champion excellence across creative, design, and development outputs

Identify and implement emerging trends, tools, and industry best practices

Act as a strategic leader within Aquent Studios, contributing to broader organizational growth

Drive innovation, including the application of AI to improve workflows, productivity, and outcomes

Communication & Governance

Serve as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders

Manage escalations, risks, and conflict resolution with professionalism and clarity

Oversee contracts, scopes of work, and compliance requirements

Ensure adherence to security protocols and confidentiality standards

Thought Leadership

Contribute to proposals, strategic documents, and industry perspectives

Represent Aquent Studios as a leader in creative and operational innovation

Must-Have Qualifications

10+ years of leadership experience in business operations, creative services, or consulting environments

Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar client engagements

Strong expertise in P&L management and financial oversight

Demonstrated success leading and scaling large, cross-functional teams

Experience driving business development and expanding client partnerships

Deep understanding of creative, design, content, and marketing ecosystems

Hands-on experience integrating AI into business workflows, with the ability to articulate its impact and application

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Background in experiential design or digital transformation initiatives

Experience delivering both live and digital event-based work

Track record of building operational efficiencies through emerging technologies

Experience in a creative agency or consulting environment

Strong writing skills for proposals, thought leadership, or strategic content

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