[Remote] Account Executive
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MMGY Global is a travel-focused company that inspires people to see the world differently. They are seeking an Account Executive to manage client relationships and collaborate with agency teams on creative campaigns and projects.
Responsibilities
- Maintain consistent daily client communication to facilitate deliverables and support client/agency growth via phone, email, etc in a professional manner
- Develop knowledge and understanding of the travel industry, client business, advertising industry/channels and agency process
- Actively participate in internal and external meetings as assigned
- Establish and invest in cross channel agency relationships
- Serve as final stage of agency QA for work completed by agency
- Identify opportunities for organic growth
- Facilitate the progression of agency work through MMGY’s workflow process. Demonstrate command of agency workflow tools including, but not limited to, Workamajig, Jira, Basecamp, Slack, etc
- Actively participate in the creative routing process to ensure deliverables are met and that work meets expectations
- Document internal/external communication including meeting notes, project updates and client/estimate approval and disseminate among relevant stakeholders in a timely manner
- Compile competitive and secondary client research in support of agency work and client updates
- Coordinate internal and external meetings, including attendee invitations, agendas, location reservations, production of materials for distribution, AV and other miscellaneous logistics
- Develop internal and client facing meeting decks
- Draft project briefs and lead internal project kickoff meetings
- Present client deliverables, including project plans, estimates, timelines, creative and more; partner with other channels as needed
- Verify vendor documentation such as estimates, invoices, insertion orders, specs, placement schedules for accuracy
- Support the development of and monitor client media plans, ad production, fulfillment and reporting
- Review client reporting for accuracy and clarity and identify opportunities to optimize agency efforts against account campaign strategy
- Request project invoices in accordance with approved estimates and SOWs
- Confirm client accounts payable status weekly and follow up with clients on all outstanding invoices to secure payment. Elevate all outstanding invoices in excess of 90 days to AS/AD/GAD for assessment
- Lead internal team meetings, client conference/status calls
- Mentor and provide professional guidance to account coordinator
- Be accountable to project financials
- Other miscellaneous requirements as required by team structure and client needs
Skills
- 2-3 years of relevant experience advertising or related field
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
- Results oriented, self-motivated able to inspire sense of urgency for self and teammates
- Must thrive in a high energy, fast-paced environment
- Ability to problem-solve, balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail, reliable and great energy
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google business applications
- Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and respect
- Exhibits discretion with confidential information
Benefits
- MMGY Global provides a comprehensive PTO + benefits package inclusive of a hybrid telework policy.
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