Account Executive - Studio

Molson Coors • Chicago, IL

8h • $72,500 - $95,100

About The Position

In the role of Account Executive, Studio you will be part of the Molson Coors Beverage Company’s Strategies & Capabilities Team.The Account Executive, Studio will be responsible for managing a specific region or group of stakeholders and acting as the key point of contact between them and our broader studio team. Your role will involve understanding stakeholder needs, briefing the studio team, and ensuring the successful delivery of graphics and creative assets.
The Account Executive, Studio reports into the Account Lead, Studio. Working collaboratively with other Account Executives, our Service team, procurement, legal, Studio Leads, and agency partners, the Account Executive, Studio ensures that the established expectations are met on each project. Additionally, this role involves close collaboration with marketing and commercial stakeholders to maintain brand consistency and ensure timely completion of all projects. The ideal candidate is a natural leader, capable of coaching and motivating their team effectively. They should possess exceptional skills in maneuvering through the complexity and demands of a large organization as well as guarantee the delivery of top-notch creative and production content and assets.

Requirements

• You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities. You act with appropriate urgency to various market events and trends that require a quick turnaround in plans and strategy.
• You are confident and competent. You are diplomatic, professional and exercise great judgment in developing and maintaining excellent business relationships within the business.
• You are a motivated leader that can inspire others; you respect your commitments and are able to obtain optimal results from your team through respect and development.
• You exhibit our core values and demonstrate our Molson Coors Success Factors.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of print and creative graphic design management experience.
• Proven experience as an Account Executive or similar role, preferably within the CPG industry.
• Strong understanding of the creative design process and experience working closely with design teams.
• Proven ability to be organized, prioritize and multitask.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills which include collaboration and influencing others.
• Possess strong project management skills and problem-solving skills.
• You are agile and work with a strong sense of urgency.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Adobe Workfront is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Accelerate Molson Coors Beverage Company’s commercial creative and production capability to become First Choice for Consumers and Customers providing the strategic leadership, direction, and management for one of Molson Coors’ client groups.
• Serve as the primary contact for a specific region or group of stakeholders, building strong relationships and understanding their business objectives and design requirements.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to gather project briefs, clearly communicate expectations, and provide guidance on design concepts and timelines.
• Act as a liaison between stakeholders and the studio team, ensuring effective communication and a smooth workflow throughout the design process.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, while maintaining a high level of quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Work closely with the studio team to translate stakeholder requirements into creative briefs, providing clear and concise instructions for graphics and creative asset production.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues or roadblocks, and proactively propose solutions to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, addressing any questions or concerns promptly.
• Lead and support in new stakeholder and external agency on-boarding and training.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor analysis, and emerging design practices within the CPG industry.
• Facilitates open dialogue with stakeholders, cross-functional teams and business partners to ensure timelines and resources are in alignment throughout the life of a project.
• Has a track record of client success and are comfortable and confident with stakeholders. Understands their needs, educates them when needed and crafts solutions to meet their challenges or unlock new opportunities.
• Evaluates projects at each stage of production with a critical eye towards quality control standards, considering print process, effective and appropriate use of color and substrate limitations.
• Proactive at improving processes and optimizes workflow.

Benefits

• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities
• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
• Access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Benefits include 15 days vacation, 10 paid holidays, 4 personal floating holidays and 64 hours of sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level