Account Director, Client Solutions

Allied Global Marketing•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$95,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Allied Global Marketing is seeking an Account Director to lead day-to-day client service and account management for integrated marketing programs, with an emphasis on paid media and performance marketing. Based in Los Angeles, this role will initially oversee performance media account management for a major multi-market location-based entertainment account, with the potential to expand to additional markets as the business grows. The Account Director will work closely with the SVP, Client Solutions, who retains overall account and strategic oversight, translating strategic priorities into clear plans, coordinating specialist teams, and advancing client deliverables. The successful candidate will combine client leadership and organizational skills with paid media knowledge to evaluate recommendations, communicate results, and connect media activity to broader marketing goals. The role includes managing client relationships, coordinating cross-functional teams, overseeing client-facing presentations and reporting, and managing scope, timelines, budgets, and account operations. It also involves partnering with media specialists to assess campaign recommendations and performance, and supporting account planning and junior team members. This is a full-time position in Los Angeles, California, with a hybrid workplace arrangement. The annual salary range is $95,000–$100,000. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k), Flexible PTO, and 10 company-paid holidays.

Requirements

At least 6 years of relevant experience in account management, client services, or integrated marketing.
Experience managing client relationships and coordinating paid media programs with specialist teams.
Strong understanding of marketing channels and how they work together, with particular fluency in paid media and performance marketing.
Ability to interpret campaign metrics and reporting dashboards and translate findings into practical recommendations.
Strong client relationship, presentation, and written communication skills.
Excellent organization and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple markets, workstreams, and competing deadlines.
Sound judgment in resolving day-to-day issues and identifying decisions that require senior leadership involvement.
Collaborative leadership style and ability to guide cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and reporting dashboards.
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice To Haves

Agency experience is preferred.
Experience managing direct reports.
Experience with entertainment, attractions, hospitality, or other location-based businesses.

Responsibilities

Serve as day-to-day client lead for assigned workstreams, building trusted relationships and managing expectations, priorities, and follow-through.
Lead client and internal meetings; develop agendas, document decisions, and ensure clear ownership of next steps.
Coordinate media, analytics, creative, and local marketing teams to deliver work on time and in alignment with client objectives.
Partner with local account leads to connect paid media with programming, promotions, PR, influencer activity, and other market initiatives.
Oversee client-facing presentations, status updates, and reporting, translating team inputs into clear insights and recommendations.
Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and account operations, including coordination on billing and staffing needs; flag risks and changes to the SVP with recommended solutions.
Support account planning and mentor junior team members by providing clear direction and feedback.
Partner with media specialists to develop and assess paid media recommendations against client goals, audiences, budgets, and market needs.
Understand the role of paid social, paid search, programmatic, and other relevant channels within an integrated marketing plan.
Evaluate campaign reporting and performance trends, asking informed questions and helping teams identify opportunities to improve results.
Explain media strategy, measurement, and optimization recommendations clearly to clients and internal stakeholders.
Ensure media teams receive timely briefs, creative assets, approvals, and relevant local market information.