Account Director, Arts & Attractions

New York, USA (Hybrid)

$95K/yr – $120K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead client-facing advertising role shaping cross-platform campaigns for tourism and entertainment, with ownership of strategy, media execution, and client relationships.

  • 5 - 7 years in a Senior Advertising or Marketing role (tourism/entertainment focus)
  • Must-have: Lead campaign execution and cross-platform media plans
  • Standout: Client relationship ownership and collaboration with BI and senior leaders

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Client collaboration: You will serve as a key point of contact for select attractions and entertainment clients, building strong relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery.
  • Strategic thinking: You will support the development and execution of integrated campaign strategy in partnership with senior leaders, helping to shape thoughtful, effective marketing approaches.
  • Media fluency: You will oversee and implement cross-platform media plans in collaboration with our in-house Media team, ensuring campaigns are executed seamlessly and perform effectively.
  • Critical thinking: Working alongside our Business Intelligence team, you will help assess campaign performance, contributing insights and recommendations to optimize results.
  • Team leadership: You will guide and support junior team members, overseeing day-to-day work and helping to ensure high-quality output across accounts.
  • Project ownership: You will lead campaign execution across accounts, managing timelines, deliverables, and internal coordination to ensure work is delivered on time and to a high standard.
  • Business contribution: You will contribute to the agency’s commercial goals and support opportunities for organic client growth and new business initiatives.

Requirements

  • 5 - 7 years in a Senior Advertising or Marketing role (ideally servicing the tourism, destinations, or entertainment industries)
  • Knowledge and understanding of cross-platform advertising campaigns, especially digital media platforms
  • A commitment to deliver strategic, innovative, and effective integrated media campaigns for our clients
  • The ability to lead and inspire both clients and colleagues to deliver the best work
  • A collaborative approach to problem solving and trouble shooting
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to present information clearly
  • Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships and deliver against client needs
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Social Networking platforms

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare & dental – 100% employer-paid for employees
  • Generous PTO policy, plus ½-day Summer Fridays to make the most of sunny days
  • Hybrid work model – a balance of in-office collaboration (minimum three days per week) and flexibility
  • Continuous growth & learning – annual Training & Development fund to sharpen your skills
  • Financial wellness perks – student loan repayment or tuition assistance based on tenure
  • Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks to support growing families
  • Sabbatical opportunities – recharge and return inspired with paid time off for long-term employees
  • A pet-friendly office – because great ideas come with great company
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AKA US

We’re a fully integrated creative and media agency born out of the world of culture and entertainment.We combine the art of design and storytelling with the science of data and technology to respond to the complex challenges brands face in today's fragmented landscape.Our work is about your audience and what gets them going. It’s about big ideas and real results. In real time.In a nutshell, we put the entertainment in advertising—creating experiences, brands, content, and campaigns that people actually seek out, enjoy, and share.

Founded in 2008
USA
270 employees (95 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
8.3K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
32.9%
Direct
51%
Referral
7.5%
Social
7.1%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~270

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
63 (23% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
5