The Sr. Account Executive oversees production processes for major projects, assists supervisors, manages client expectations, and develops team members.
ABOUT THE AGENCY:
David&Goliath is an agency that adheres to one simple philosophy: Brave. To be brave, to inspire people and brands to take on their goliaths. To create lasting impact that the world can feel and truly embrace. This is our purpose and for over two decades, we have never wavered from it. We are not made for everyone. We are made for the few who believe that purpose isn't just a business proposition, but a way of life. And for those who believe we can achieve the unthinkable, together. David&Goliath is a collaborative, empathetic, and team-oriented culture that believes in taking on challenges that others might walk away from. Because, the truth is, nobody ever became great without first being brave.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Sr. Account Executive is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day conception and production processes for all Tier 1 National projects (e.g. Print, OOH, 360 Media Integrations, Value Adds, etc.). They also responsible for assisting the two Account Supervisors on large production initiatives –Broadcast production, Integrated Campaigns, etc. The Sr. AE is the “go to” person on client creative expectations, product questions, production specs, media specs and legal feedback. This person will also be responsible for the management and career development of an Assistant Account Executive.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR:
- Passion for great creative – always looking for ways to make the work and the ideas better, stronger and more engaging.
- Extreme attention to detail – you are the “go to” after all.
- Strong written and verbal communications.
- Multi-tasker. Sure, it’s overused, but it’s imperative to success.
- Be a problem solver. We don’t expect you to have all the answers, but be prepared with a few thoughts on how to tackle the problem and we can work it through as a team.
- Most importantly – Go for it! Believe in yourself. Be proactive. We’d rather you try and fail than to have never tried at all.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
Account Services
- Leading digital, print and OOH for all vehicle lines
- Oversee AAE on all 360 Brand Integrations as well as broadcast, print and OOH rotations
- Collaborate with Digital, Tier 2 and Promotions AEs to ensure strategic brand integration and production efficiencies
- Proactively manage project budgets and ensures close financial adherence -- responsible for communicating any potential issues to the larger team, Account Supervisor and/or clients.
- Run weekly cross-agency status calls, client check-ins and media team updates
- Manages team documents (e.g. status reports, contact reports, workbooks, competitive activity, opening jobs, job reports, etc.).
- Assist with material/deck preparations for all Client presentations .
- Oversees preparation of Client meetings (decks, agendas, food, etc.).
Strategic/Planning
- Be strategic, challenge and question everything.
- Develop assignment sheets and creative briefs as needed.
- Develop Project Assignment Sheets as necessary for Project Management team to ensure the timely delivery of creative.
Creative Development/Production Process
- Get into the details. It’s the nuts and bolts of getting to great work…
- Work closely with Project Management and Producers to ensure:
- Production timeliness are met
- Internal reviews are completed and feedback accounted for, prior to presenting to clients
- Development of Copy-Decks (including legal disclaimers)
- Delivery of assets (‘goodie-bag’ including video assets)
- Creative trafficking (as needed)
- Production Direction to third-party vendors (as needed)
- Organization of final creative files
- Creative rotation/feedback is reflected across all parties (Client/Creative/Product Specialist/Account Services)
- Work closely with media partners to ensure all spec information is accurate and shared on time
Department Collaboration
- One team. We’re all here because we believe in being brave and creating work that stirs the soul.
- Maintain on-going communication with all departments (including vendors) to ensure available assets are shared .
- Assist other departments on ‘larger’ efforts (i.e. Competitive Reviews, Integrated Production Schedules, etc.)
Video Link (1 min. max); show us why you're brave! We're not looking for the highest quality editing, just good content.
The role is based in Los Angeles, CA.
The base salary range is $68k - $72k plus benefits.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees can thrive.
David&Goliath El Segundo, California, USA Office
909 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Suite 700, , El Segundo, CA , United States, 90245
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