J. Walter Thompson Inc (JWT)
Account Director (Marketing)
At J. Walter Thompson we create pioneering solutions that build enduring brands and business. We have been connecting brands with consumers and creating engaging stories that shift behavior for over 150 years. We currently have over 200 offices in 90 countries that contain 10,000 of the brightest minds in the business. We owe our growing success to the adoption of a set of simple principles we refer to as the 4 C's: curiosity, collaboration, capability and courage. It is the embodiment of these traits that makes J. Walter Thompson unique. It is also what we look for in potential new hires.
J. Walter Thompson Atlanta is seeking an Account Director.
Responsibilities
Sets and implements long- and short-term objectives and strategies for the business
Plays a key role in generating actionable insights, communication ideas, and business-building ideas
Identifies, expands and sells 'big ideas' internally and to the client
Drives and activates integrates thinking and communication solutions across the Agency team
Evaluates and effectively positions creative efforts based on ability to achieve business and communication objectives
Can build a case of the business contribution the creative idea will have
Creates a positive, collaborative, protective environment that ensures everyone on the team is well-equipped and motivated to create great work
Sets the rights kinds of conditions for the client to buy better work, before, during and after the presentations
Demonstrates sound knowledge of off-line and on-line communications and the changing media landscape
Reviews and evaluates in-market communication initiatives
Assumes final accountability for all day-to-day projects
Develops and manages annual work plans and fees
Educates clients about Agency capabilities and acts as Agency Ambassador
Develops, trains and mentors ASs and AEs, identifying and supporting career paths
Acts as a respected and inspirational mentor across the integrated team, managing workloads while providing opportunity for learning and development, and creates a fertile creative environment where great ideas can grow Is a trusted, respected partner to clients
Volunteers for and supports New Business efforts
Requirements BA degree 8+ years agency, communications or marketing experience or translatable field Experience managing 2+ direct reports
Proven communicator and presenter Expertise in developing and implementing cross-channel advertising a plus
Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment
A good sense of humor and maturity Ability to work autonomously
Interests outside of advertising
Must Be A leader
A team player
Passionate about the industry, our Agency and their career
Courage to imagine new ideas and the passion to make them come to life
Actively engaged in new media landscapes
Confident and polished in presentation of self and work
Encouraging of dialogue and debate
Entrepreneurial and a problem solver
Creative and conceptual
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.