Account Director

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$130K/yr – $160K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and guide strategic client programs across PR, social, and digital, translating business goals into multi-channel campaigns and measurable outcomes.

  • Strategic Leadership: Own long-term plans and executive-ready guidance for multiple client accounts.
  • Channel & Campaign Ownership: Drive integrated programs across 360° communications, media relations, digital, and social to hit ROI.
  • Team & Growth: Lead and mentor account teams, optimize resources, and identify revenue opportunities with new-business pitches.

Job Description

Own and guide strategic client programs across PR, social, and digital, translating business goals into multi-channel campaigns and measurable outcomes.

  • Strategic Leadership: Serve as the primary strategic lead for multiple client accounts, providing high-level counsel and developing long-term plans that align with client business goals.
  • 360° Communications: Plan, develop, and oversee the execution of integrated communications strategies, ensuring that all campaigns are cohesive across PR, social, and digital platforms.
  • Client Relationships: Foster and maintain strong, trusting relationships with clients, acting as an extension of their in-house teams, and proactively addressing any issues that arise.
  • Program Management: Lead the development of project plans, strategies, and new business pitches, ensuring alignment with client objectives and agency capabilities.
  • Creative Direction: Guide the creation of impactful press materials and storytelling efforts, from media pitches to digital content, ensuring all deliverables meet the highest quality standards.
  • Reporting & Analysis: Prepare detailed client reports with insights and recommendations, ensuring that all campaigns are evaluated on their effectiveness and ROI.
  • Mentorship: Provide effective leadership and mentorship to account teams, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
  • Performance Management: Oversee the performance and professional development of direct reports, providing regular feedback and conducting performance appraisals.
  • Resource Allocation: Work with department heads to plan and allocate resources across accounts, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
  • Talent Recruitment: Assist with recruitment efforts, including interviewing and onboarding new team members, ensuring they are set up for success.
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1Milk2Sugars

3.6 Glassdoor

Proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by the 2020 Growth List and a certified Great Place to Work for 3 years now, 1Milk2Sugars is an award-winning, bilingual agency specializing in PR, Influencer Marketing & Social Media. Helmed by an all-female ownership team that includes Founder & CEO Priya Chopra, President & Partner, Ruth Goudie, and Creative Director & Partner, Emma Cusson, 1M2S is a multi-city agency with offices in Toronto, Montreal and New York. Its esteemed portfolio of top international brands includes NIVEA, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Keys Soulcare, Keurig, Canada Dry, Vans, Lowe’s Canada, Decathlon, Genuine Health and Centrum.

Founded in 2012
Toronto, Ontario, CA
51 employees (23 in marketing)
68% recommend to a friend

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
49.6%
Direct
34.9%
Referral
6.8%
Social
7.3%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~61

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
20 (33% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2