Contract Account Director - Local to Minneapolis

Creative Circle • Minneapolis, MN

387d • $124,800 - $156,000

About The Position

The Freelance Account Director will manage and grow multiple accounts for an agency client in Minneapolis. This role requires a strong marketing background, excellent client relations skills, and the ability to oversee strategic planning and proposal development. The position is hybrid, requiring onsite work three days a week, and involves ensuring project objectives are met within budget and timelines.

Requirements

• Background working at an agency
• Proven experience as a Group Account Director, Account Director, Sr. Account Supervisor or similar role
• Strong skills in presentation design and client communication
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a competitive mindset
• Experience in proposal development and client relations
• Knowledge of conventions sponsorship and entertainment sales is a plus
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing strategies for various clients
• Lead engaging presentations that effectively communicate project objectives
• Manage client relationships to ensure satisfaction, retention, and growth
• Lead proposal development efforts, including writing and presenting proposals to clients
• Coordinate with team members to ensure project milestones are met
• Identify and secure sponsorship opportunities for events and initiatives
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategy
• Oversee project management activities, ensuring timely delivery and quality of work

Benefits

• Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan
• Dental/vision/term life package
• Discount prescription program
• Critical illness and accident coverage
• Tele-behavioral health services
• 401(k) plan
• Sick leave for eligible candidates
• Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid holiday eligibility based on length and dates of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed