Account Director — Brand Team at Walkup Studio | New York City, NY

Walkup Studio

Account Director — Brand Team

New York City, NY (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the media-relations and content-support workflow, translating briefs into timely communications while keeping client teams aligned on progress and impact.

Content & Copy: develop copy and calendars, plus create client-ready updates.
Media & Reporting: build media lists, monitor coverage, and prepare weekly/monthly status reports.
Coordination & Logistics: organize meetings, agendas, and recaps to ensure smooth client collaboration.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Respond to all requests for information from teammates, clients, and other employees in a respectful, timely, and professional way.
Develop copywriting and create content calendars.
Conduct media searches, audits, and research for client projects.
Create weekly and monthly status reports for team members.
Coordinate all team and client meetings, including scheduling and organizing necessary logistics.
Monitor media coverage daily for assigned accounts.
Draft agendas and recaps for client calls and meetings.
Create and maintain media lists and coverage reports.
Maintain records and organize photo archives.
Collaborate with the team to build weekly/monthly status reports for clients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Writing, Journalism, Communication, or Media Studies.
3 - 5 years of relevant experience in a strategic, creative agency, or fast-moving startup environment.
Exceptional detail orientation, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain focus on the bigger picture.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with copywriting experience being a plus.
Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Capability to work independently and thrive in a dynamic, high-energy atmosphere.
A proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude.