To represent Client's interest at the Agency, and the Agency's interest at the Client, with utmost professionalism and a level of maturity.
Job Title: Account Manager
Job Description: Key Responsibilities To execute all the marketing communication needs and activities of the Client(s) inside the Agency in the most:
Cost effective mannerExpeditious and efficient mannerAdministratively organized mannerTake accountability for all project management recordsEnsure that all communication records are kept in an orderly and organized manner in line with Agency systems and procedures.
Deliver clear, concise and focused communication at every level of Client contact to give Clients a competitive advantage.
On all projects/activities maintain and implement an updated and organized system of:
Financial records (From CE's to billing and payment)Writing briefsCompiling weekly status reportsCompiling timing plansEnsure Chase lists are adhered to and relevant information shared with media timeouslyMonitoring of Media schedulesCompiling Contact reports within 24 hours of meetingProactively and effectively ensure that senior management and your team are informed and updated at every stage of projects/activities.
Maintain a professional relationship with all Clients and co-workers.
Required Skills Primary Management Skills Accurate, efficient and effective management of projectsAbility to evaluate creative workAcumen to process and manage strategic processesSecondary Management Skills Ability to manage and motivate team playersPerform all projects in a respected, motivated manner that inspires team playersConfident management of tasks without creating unnecessary panic and a sense of dramaAbility to resolve conflict and advise and guide team players accordinglyAbility to plan ahead and prioritizeCommunication Skills Ability to communicate effectively in writingAbility to communicate effectively verbally and give clear and considered briefsAbility to present work and effectively sell creative workAbility to negotiate (timelines, budgets, creative executions)Ability to strategically guide and manage the processCreative Skills Ability to take clear, concise, focused client briefsAbility to communicate in creative briefing and presentation sessionsAbility to write comprehensive and inspiring creative briefsAbility to guide and evaluate creative work and the processesAbility to recognize and conceptualize proactive opportunities for your clientsAnalytical and Strategic Skills Understanding of Clients brands and their marketAbility to oversee marketing analysis such as competitor activity, brand performance.Understanding of the strategic tools and processes of the agency as well as clients terminologyAdvertising Skills A broad understanding of the advertising and market industryAn understanding of the production processAn understanding of the media processes, including digital mediaFinancial Skills Day-to-day budget managementSound understanding of billing structure and financial processesComputer Skills Word, Excel, Keynote/PowerPoint and Chase SoftwareBasic skill to put a presentation togetherScope of Responsibility Management of advertising campaigns (TV, radio, print, outdoor, BTL, digital, etc.), including execution and management of briefing processes, liaising with traffic and production departments, preparing timing plans, and obtaining client approval of all campaign elements and budgets.Management and accountability for presentations and key meetings, including compiling status reports and supplying to senior manager timeously for review prior to meeting.Management of meetings with Client and Agency, ensuring that all necessary parties are notified prior to meetings.Accountability for all logistics pertaining to client meetings (Agendas, catering, contact reports, etc.)Understanding of Clients expectations of the Agency and an understanding of Clients culture, being seen as a problem solver by the client.Familiarity with Clients market, products, and advertising policies.Regular updating of senior management on any new developments that may arise on the Clients business.Effective and efficient work ethic within the broader team.Overall management of the Clients business.Location: Sandton
Brand: Dentsu Creative
Time Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
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