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Account Director- Fashion Client (Pod Lead)
Account Director- Fashion Client (Pod Lead)Movement Strategy • Los Angeles, CA, US
Account Director- Fashion Client (Pod Lead)

Account Director- Fashion Client (Pod Lead)

Movement Strategy • Los Angeles, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Account Director – Fashion Client (Pod Lead)

Position : Full-Time

Location : This position offers remote work from Los Angeles / New York / Denver.

OVERVIEW

Movement Strategy is seeking a strategic, client-facing leader with a background in either account management or brand strategy to oversee a key fashion client pod. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of relationship-building, creative execution, and operational oversight—and knows how to lead integrated teams to deliver social-first work that drives results. Reporting to the Group Lead, the Pod Lead ensures clarity across workstreams, partners closely with department leads, and drives campaign performance from brief through execution.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in the fashion industry, social media marketing, digital advertising, and integrated campaigns, along with leadership skills to foster collaboration across teams. The Pod Lead acts as the key link between client business goals, the Group Lead, and the POD team's abilities, ensuring alignment, innovation, and efficiency.

A BIT ABOUT US

Movement Strategy believes that social media is the most important marketing channel. At Movement, we lead the best brand social channels (like Netflix, Amazon, WarnerMedia, Intuit, and more) to make award-winning social-centric work that breaks through the cultural zeitgeist and drives unparalleled brand growth. Our vision is to create a future where brands add real value to every community they touch - and our employees get to be a part of creating that future. We have remote hubs in New York, Denver, and LA, and we span across the United States. ​​Our team of high-performers thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and creativity is encouraged at every turn. We prioritize professional growth and development, offering continuous learning opportunities and a supportive atmosphere that empowers our teams to push boundaries and deliver exceptional results.

KEY FOCUS AREAS

Pod Performance

  • Drive client business strategy, KPIs, and measurement framework.
  • Develop a deep understanding of all aspects of the POD's functions (creative, influencer, data,strategy & account management / pm).
  • Serve as the final decision-maker for all client work.
  • Uphold best-in-class creative output and excellence for the POD.
  • Balance creative excellence with operational discipline.
  • Set POD priorities and oversee project delivery and timeline management across all POD workstreams.
  • Own POD performance reporting and ensure accountability for results.
  • Implement operational rigor to optimize resource management, workflow efficiency, and process improvements.

Client Experience & Relationship Management

  • Lead client experience throughout the full business / project cycle.
  • Centralize day-to-day client communication and relationship management.
  • Manage client input briefs and ensure accurate routing and execution.
  • Own and manage the Scope of Work (SOW) process.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between POD, Group Lead, and Centers of Excellence teams (known as COEs).
  • Step into or source coverage for cross-functional responsibilities as needed.
  • Creative Integrity & Excellence

  • Ensure the integrity of work by identifying challenges and proactively finding solutions.
  • Review and approve all deliverables and outputs to ensure they meet accuracy and excellence standards.
  • Foster agency-wide collaboration across all disciplines to maintain the integrity of the POD model.
  • Identify opportunities for internal centers of excellence to enhance POD performance, processes, and quality standards. COEs include, process & delivery, production & design, business operation, innovation & technology, new business & growth, operations, ideation & storytelling, platforms, people & culture
  • Operational Efficiency & Financial Management

  • Implement operational rigor to ensure efficient business performance, overseeing workflow optimization and process implementation.
  • Support burn report and utilization reviews, proactively flagging resource needs or fluctuations.
  • Oversee and track high-level budgets, vendor spend, and campaign investments.
  • EXPERIENCE

  • 7-10+ years of experience in social media marketing, digital advertising, or integrated marketing, with expertise in full-funnel social campaigns across paid, organic, influencer, and content marketing.
  • 4+ years in leadership roles, managing cross-functional teams (social strategy, creative, influencer, paid media, data, and community engagement).
  • Proven ability to drive client business strategy, ensuring social-first KPIs, audience insights, and measurement frameworks are embedded into execution.
  • Deep understanding of platform algorithms, performance marketing, and content engagement strategies.
  • Strong experience in social media-driven brand storytelling and ensuring alignment with client business objectives.
  • Expertise in operational rigor, workflow optimization, and cross-functional collaboration within the POD.
  • Experience managing senior-level client relationships, overseeing social media roadmaps, campaign execution, and long-term growth strategies.
  • Financial management expertise, including budget oversight, media spend allocation, and efficiency tracking (burn reports, utilization, and OOP tracking).
  • Highly adaptable and solutions-focused, with experience in crisis management, change leadership, and evolving industry shifts.
  • Experience in Asana or similar project management tools.
  • IDEAL QUALITIES

  • High-Energy & Driven – Passionate, curious, and confident with a strong desire to learn and lead.
  • Strategic Relationship Builder – Skilled at navigating client relationships and internal team dynamics with foresight.
  • Excellent Communicator – Clear, concise, and adaptable in all forms of communication, with the ability to present confidently.
  • Proactive & Solution-Oriented – A self-starter who identifies and seizes opportunities with a bias toward action.
  • Digital & Social Enthusiast – Passionate about the space and always looking for ways to innovate and advance the work.
  • Leadership & Influence – Proven ability to build strong relationships, lead teams, and drive client success through strategic guidance.
  • Collaborative & Inclusive – Fosters a diverse, open, and supportive team environment where different perspectives are valued.
  • Culture Contributor – Takes initiative to support colleagues, create a positive workplace, and mentor others.
  • Vision & Growth Mindset – Aligns teams with business goals, inspires innovation, and continuously pushes for improvement.
  • Operational & Business Acumen – Strong problem-solving skills, resource prioritization, and ability to drive efficiency.
  • Change Management & Resilience – Navigates evolving structures, leads through change, and stays focused on strategic goals.
  • BENEFITS & PERKS

    Movement Strategy's approach to the future of work : We embrace a remote culture and empower our employees to work wherever they feel most productive. To facilitate in-person collaboration, we have a partnership with WeWork which allows our employees to have a membership to any location nationwide. We recruit in our three main states of California, Colorado, and New York.

    As a leader in social advertising, we rely on the creativity of our people to deliver the best work for our clients. In return, we invest in our employees by offering them a diverse suite of benefits from best-in-class carriers, with enough choice and flexibility to keep our team and their families healthy and happy today and tomorrow.

  • 100% employer contribution for health (base plan), vision, and dental
  • 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Fully-Remote Agency
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Take-As-You-Need Paid Time Off
  • Take-As-You-Need Paid Mental Health Days
  • 10 days minimum required off per year
  • (11) Company Paid Holidays
  • (3) Summer Fridays- Fully Off
  • Week-Long Winter Agency Closure
  • Support for continued education
  • New Business Referral Bonus
  • Movement Journey Program - Stipend for personal growth
  • Health and Wellness Program
  • WeWork Membership
  • Positive Impact and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committees
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • SALARY & COMPENSATION

    In compliance with local and state law, we are disclosing the compensation for roles that will be performed in New York City, Colorado, and California. The range listed is just one component of Movement Strategy's total compensation package for employees. Individual compensation varies based on location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.

    A successful applicant's actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, years of relevant experience, qualifications, and certifications or other professional licenses held. Movement Strategy prides itself on providing competitive salaries and actively works to ensure there is pay equity across the company.

    Pay Range : $110 - 160k salary per year depending on experience level.

    Movement Strategy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they check every single box. Movement Strategy is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages those from historically and systemically marginalized communities to apply.

    We believe that what we put out into the world matters. And since we were founded on the principles of paving our own path, we take bold steps toward what we believe is the right direction. This means addressing the big stuff : the systems of inequality that impact some of us far more than others. As culture creators, we firmly believe we have a responsibility to our colleagues, clients, communities, and the industry to live up to the Movement's name. We confront inequities head-on as they come, knowing that this work is never done and that we must keep the momentum.

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