Account Manager (Mainline Advertising)

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Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, ensuring seamless communication and strong relationship management.

Understand client objectives thoroughly and translate them into actionable briefs for creative (content, design, and planning) teams.

Work closely with internal teams to drive the end-to-end development of mainline campaigns

Present creative ideas, campaign routes, and strategic proposals to clients with clarity and confidence.

Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery.

Identify opportunities to grow accounts by proactively pitching new ideas, campaign extensions, and integrated solutions.

Monitor market trends, competitor campaigns, and industry developments to bring fresh thinking into client strategies.

Ensure high-quality output across all touchpoints while maintaining brand consistency and adherence to guidelines.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of mainline advertising — print, outdoor, OOH, and traditional media.

Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and build trust with senior stakeholders.

Ability to interpret briefs, craft strategic responses, and guide creative teams effectively.

Proven experience leading client relationships in an advertising agency environment.

Strong project management, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.

A collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple campaigns simultaneously.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Mass Communication, or a related field.

6–8 years of experience in account management within a creative or advertising agency (mainline experience is essential).