Account Director - Freelance

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a solid omnichannel base for the growth of this brand and VML/Passport Brand Designs holistically, from the point of view of best in class omnichannel campaign processes, and the adoption of new delivery methodologies and technologies. You will work with internal Process and Project Management teams to drive innovative initiatives, analyze, plan and implement the solutions that are part of our roadmap and drive cross-brand projects acting as a point of contact for clients regarding day to day operations and deliverables.
• Consult and support and serve as a key pillar to our internal product, project and account teams as you identify opportunities for streamlining, automating or implementing efficient processes within VML and for our clients.
• Own and grow the relationship with the counterparts for our clients, across varied internal disciplines, business and technology leaders and you will have an active role within VML/Passport Brand Design, with visibility and involvement in the development of new proposals, products and services.

Requirements

• Ideally 6-10+ years of client leadership, campaign management, project and product launch management experience in advertising or marketing communications; a minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience managing technical, digital projects and other 360 campaigns (digital, CRM, etc.)
• PMP certification is nice to have and successful implementation of Agile a plus
• Experience of working in (preferably large) agencies on large national and/or global accounts
• Experience in the CPG space, understanding the unique needs therein
• Self-driven with proven experience working with multi-disciplinary teams (CX, UX, Tech, Creative, PM/AM) across North American offices
• Good understanding of emerging web standards, user-centered design, optimization and search practices
• High EQ and the ability to read what a team needs to help motivate them
• Proficiency in MS Office products
• Availability to travel within the US and to other VML offices as needed is helpful

Preferred

• PMP certification is nice to have and successful implementation of Agile a plus