Group Account Director, Theater at AKA NYC Limited | New York, USA | $125K/yr – $150K/yr

AKA NYC Limited

Group Account Director, Theater

New York, USA (Hybrid)

$125K/yr – $150K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead client campaigns for entertainment-focused advertising, guiding strategy and cross-team delivery.

Own client relationships and end-to-end campaign strategy across media.
Must-have: 7–10 years in senior advertising or marketing in entertainment/attractions.
Standout: Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and established networks.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Client collaboration: You will be the primary point of contact for a select number of our theatrical clients.
Creative thinking: You will deliver sound campaign strategy to your clients and brief/guide creative output from our in-house Creative team.
Media maven: You will oversee and implement sound cross-platform media strategy delivered by our in-house Media team.
Critical thinking: Working with our in-house Business Intelligence team, you will assess and report on the success of our campaigns, making proactive recommendations to your clients where necessary.
Leading and Mentoring: You will develop and manage direct report team to deliver best in class service to our clients.
Big-Picture thinking: You will contribute to the agency’s commercial and business objectives.
New Business: You will share responsibility to promote and raise profile of the agency with clients and new business prospects.

Requirements

7 - 10 years in a Senior Advertising or Marketing role (ideally servicing the entertainment or attractions and destinations industry).
A commitment to deliver strategic, innovative, and effective integrated 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 troubleshooting.
Thorough knowledge of all of AKA's services.
Understands and delivers against financial goals.
A roster of well-established client and supplier relationships.
Must be proficient 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

AKA NYC Limited

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)

aka.nyc