Account Strategist

Blaze Account StrategistFalmouth, MEBlaze is seeking an Account Strategist, to be based in the Falmouth, ME office. Requirements of the Account Strategist: BA or BS with 5-7 years of business experience, preferably in marketing, advertising or agency environments OR master’s degree with 3+ years of experienceA healthy right/left brain balance, understanding and appreciating both analytical and creativeExceptional communications skills, both written and verbalOutstanding interpersonal skills: ability to motivate teams, resolve conflicts and adjust communication style depending on the audienceAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple clients and projects simultaneouslyStrong project management and time management skillsExperience with website development and/or digital marketing programs is highly preferredHighly developed working knowledge of advertising production: print, direct mail, digital and video, so that strong solutions and accurate timelines can be developedBenefits of the Job: Starting annual salary range of $80k and up, dependent upon experienceDiscretionary bonus based on agency performanceEmployee Stock Ownership Plan – every team member is an ownerGenerous paid time offRetirement plan with matchMedical, Dental, VisionLife, Short and Long-term DisabilityHealth Savings AccountResponsibilities of the Account Strategist: Independently manage the day-to-day relationship between the agency and larger clients with responsiveness and professionalism. Establish strong and trusted relationships both internally and externally.Lead the integration of creative and media strategies into the development of an overarching client strategy. Model proactive and innovative thinking in the development of client strategies.Oversee strategy and project execution, coordinating with creative directors, freelance talent and production teams.Lead the development of client-facing strategy, media and creative presentations, building strong cases and compelling arguments using data, research, creativity and industry trends. Collaboratively or independently present information to clients.Generate project briefs to ensure all stakeholders understand project requirements, goals, budgets and schedules. Lead internal kickoff and meetings to ensure agency partners have the information they need to be successful.Partner with agency operations in the successful implementation of project management tools and software to ensure workloads can be forecasted, tracked and measured over time. Actively contribute to the agency operations team to identify best practices.Independently manage the day-to-day progress of client projects within the agency, ensuring the work is on schedule, on budget and in support of the overall client strategy. Maintain status reports as needed. Proactively address risk of budget overages and resolve conflicts if they arise.Working with the web team, coordinating the content, design and implementation of complex websites. Work with agency leadership and operations to forecast upcoming workloads. Understand how capacity and billable hours impact the profitability of the agency.Oversee the coordination for all pre- and post-production of photography and videography shoots. This includes assisting the creative team in talent selection and negotiation, location scouting, script approvals, call sheets and production budget management.Play a role in new business development proposals and pitches, both written and verbal. Independently develop SOWs for new and existing clients.Blaze is a local, innovative agency that seeks to hire smart, curious and creative thinkers to work with a diverse group of clients - from global to local – who can rise to the challenge and guide brands with courage. Blaze fosters growth, education and diversity in their workforce and is a certified B-Corp.Skillcloud HCM Solutions has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEBlaze is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.