Account Strategist – Technology Marketing

Studio North•North Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

StudioNorth fuses human imagination with intelligent systems to deliver accelerated impact where it matters most. We help leading B2B brands like CDW, Lenovo, and LinkedIn connect strategy to action—through creativity that performs and data that speaks. We are seeking a strategic, client-focused Account Strategist with experience in the technology and channel marketing space to support key accounts including enterprise technology, IT, and partner organization. This role is responsible for managing client relationships, leading strategic conversations, guiding stakeholder interviews, and ensuring successful execution of integrated marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate understands both the strategic and executional sides of marketing and can confidently translate client objectives into high-quality final deliverables. The Account Strategist will work closely with clients and internal creative, digital, and production teams to deliver impactful marketing programs that drive engagement, demand generation, and business growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
3-7 years of experience in account management, client strategy, or technology marketing
Experience supporting enterprise B2B technology or channel marketing clients
Strong understanding of technology marketing, partner ecosystems, and demand generation strategies
Excellent communication, facilitation, presentation, and client management skills
Ability to lead interviews, gather strategic insights, and translate findings into actionable recommendations
Strong organizational and project management capabilities with attention to detail
Experience collaborating with creative, digital, and production teams
Ability to understand and evaluate final work product through both a strategic and client-focused lens

Nice To Haves

Agency experience supporting enterprise technology accounts
Experience with MDF/co-op funded marketing programs
Familiarity with CRM, marketing automation, and reporting platforms
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned technology and channel marketing accounts
Lead client discovery sessions, stakeholder interviews, and strategic planning conversations
Develop strategic recommendations aligned with client business goals and marketing objectives
Manage integrated marketing campaigns and cross-functional project execution
Coordinate internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with strategy
Understand and review final deliverables including presentations, digital campaigns, sales enablement materials, websites, video, and partner marketing assets
Present strategic recommendations and final work product confidently to client stakeholders
Analyze campaign performance and provide actionable insights and optimization recommendations
Identify opportunities for account growth and expanded client support

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision: StudioNorth covers 80% of medical premiums (Blue Cross Blue Shield) and offers dental and vision plans through Principal
Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid life/AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
Mental Health Support: Confidential, 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave: Generous leave for maternity, paternity, and adoption
Pet Insurance: Because fur babies are family too
401(k) with Company Match: Invest in your future with our competitive 401(k) plan and company match
Learning budgets
Tuition reimbursement
AI certifications
Company-wide recharge week at the end of the year
Generous PTO and paid holidays that grow with you
Summer Hour Fridays for that early weekend feeling
Volunteer days to give back to causes you love
Modern workspaces with ergonomic setups, fresh coffee on drip, catered lunches and a fully stocked snack kitchen