Overview

Account Director - Brand Activation – Leeds, Hybrid

A fantastic opportunity for an Account Director to join a brand activation agency who are working with some of the best brands in the retail, FMCG and fashion space.

About the company

This agency has a reputation for creating outstanding brand experiences for brands spanning retail, fashion, sports and FMCG. From concept to delivery, this agency thrives on producing engaging campaigns that connect with consumers, whether that be in-store, physical to digital touchpoints.

About the role

As Account Director, you'll be supporting the Group Account Director and managing a small team of Account Managers. You\'ll be responsible for managing a portfolio of exciting FMCG, sports and fashion brands, delivering strategic solutions to connect them with their target audience. You\'ll work with a budget and have a commercial mindset to grow the business by spotting opportunities and developing relationships with clients. Campaigns span across brand strategy, creative concept, production and delivery, including videography, photography, installations, POS, digital, events and shoots.

About you

To be considered for this Account Director role, we\'re looking for someone with experience in an integrated/creative agency with brand activations, shoots and some retail exposure. You should understand structure, manage your own time, and be ready to work with high-end brands within a reputable team delivering highly creative campaigns. This is a great opportunity with ambitious growth plans.

Responsibilities

• Support the Group Account Director and manage a small team of Account Managers.
• Serve a portfolio of FMCG, sports and fashion brands with strategic, creative and production-led solutions.
• Grow business by identifying opportunities and developing client relationships.
• Oversee campaigns from concept through production and delivery across channels (video, photography, installations, POS, digital, events, shoots).

Qualifications

• Experience in an integrated/creative agency with brand activations and shoots.
• Retail exposure is desirable.
• Strong time management, budgeting and commercial acumen.

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