CLYDE is a fast-paced, impact agency committed to delivering innovative, strategic, and visually compelling communications solutions for our diverse portfolio of clients. We work with clients who want to make a difference by moving the world forward - helping them do it through integrated earned, owned, and paid media programs, creative solutions, and smarter, informed strategies. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of design while staying grounded in strategy, brand integrity, and results. We are seeking a talented and dynamic Account Executive to join our growing team.
The Account Executive plays a role on 2-3+ client accounts (depending on size of account). In this role, you take a primary role in executing SOW activities (media relations, content creation, digital activity, design work, research, monitoring, reports, etc.). You pay attention to relevant industry trends. In this position, you provide excellent client service and proactive account management, respond to clients promptly and anticipate their needs. The Account Executive supports junior team members. You are a strong writer and depending on the size of the team / team structure, you are often the first to edit or draft client communications and deliverables. You actively participate in the business development process. You actively look for professional growth opportunities by raising hand on client work and business development projects.
What you will be doing :
- Plan topics and assignments for client meetings, based on deliverables and needs
- Confidently participate in client calls, as appropriate
- Ensure all client deadlines are met and quality of work is high
- Begin to develop personal relationships with clients
- Anticipate client needs
- Work closely and respectfully with our internal client delivery teams, including content, digital, and design
- Work with internal and external partners, including vendors
- Participate in client and business development presentations, such as training opportunities, result reports, and new business proposals
- Begin establishing self as a client POC when senior team members are unavailable
- Carefully monitor client news and client industries and make recommendations based on trends
- Execute social media campaigns on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter
- Identify strengths and opportunities for self and participate in company-offered professional development opportunities
- Offer suggestions to teammates and leaders
- Contribute to CLYDE visibility efforts
Position Expectations :
Adhere to firm's policies and proceduresDemonstrate a commitment to uphold and defend the highest levels of ethical conductParticipate in staff meetings and retreatsSeek opportunities to interact with and learn from firm leadersParticipate in business development efforts through research, tactic development, and internal brainstormsHave a fierce commitment to, and respect for, a diverse and inclusive workplacePossess excellent writing and grammar skills, including the ability to write concisely, clearly, and logicallyProactively learn about and react to news and policies that impact clientsBegin to think beyond tactics and start understanding strategic recommendationsRegularly evaluate account management and client service, and make recommendations to improvePrioritize across accounts and competing priorities, and look to account leads and management to help prioritize as neededQualifications / Required Skills :
2-4 years of communications experienceExceptional attention to detailSpeak with clarity, precision, and purpose in small and large groupsKnows and uses AP Style; can edit AAEs and ACs workComfortable with basic social media aggregators like Sprout Social, Meltwater, HootsuiteComfortable with Microsoft and Google office productsInterested and comfortable learning and adopting new tech platformsExperience in integrated communications campaigns and in particular digitally forward campaignsInterested in using practical applications of AIComfortable with digital platforms like Wikipedia, Reddit, Discord, Meta Business Suite, LinkedIn Campaign Manager and social media platformsExperience pitching mediaSeeks and is receptive to feedback; puts feedback into actionThe salary range for this position is $56,000 - $76,200.