Account Executive
NVE Experience Agency is a brand experience and production agency dedicated to building ideas rooted in culture and guided by the principle that ‘The Right Moment Will Transform Someone Forever.’ NVE’s team of creatives, strategists, and producers develop insight-driven ideas rooted in culture to convert consumer attention into commitment, action, and brand loyalty.Summary of Position:We are seeking an Account Executive to counsel key Clients and lead the development of experiential marketing strategies, campaigns and projects, and events. The Account Executive will act as the day-to-day lead for selected NVE Clients, providing them with an unprecedented level of communication efficiency. The role will require working directly with assigned producers, designers, and account managers to oversee smaller campaigns, events, or workstreams within a larger program. Candidates should have exceptional interpersonal communication and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to think strategically, problem solve, project manage, and facilitate multiple work streams simultaneously.Role Priorities:Client Management: Manages the day-to-day client relationship and oversees client communications as it relates to their assigned projects or programsFinancial Management: Track all revenue and gross profit associated with your accounts, approx. $1 - $3M in gross revenue per yearAccount Leadership: Demonstrates leadership abilities by managing and mentoring a junior Accounts team with up to two (2) direct reports (AM/AC)Cross-Department Communication: Liaison between Production, Creative Services, Strategy departments, and the Client to ensure all contracted deliverables are executed and deadlines metOnboarding & Training: Demonstrates understanding and expertise of agency and client functions by taking ownership of new team member onboarding and training processProcess & Project Management: Regularly identifies areas and proposes solutions for streamlining efficiencies in regards to process between project teams, departments, etc. Resourcing & Recruiting: Starts to take an active role in interviewing candidates for open positions, and begins to work with Directors to identify and develop talent on behalf of the agencyFinance & Invoicing: Oversees all client invoicing and invoice tracking for assigned projects or programs/retainersJob Responsibilities:Client ServicesResponsible for managing and developing relationships with 1-2 Clients (retainer or project based)Demonstrates understanding of the client's brand and processes by proactively educating and training team members, further improving client experienceAct as the point of contact for clients, overseeing client communication and expectations during the campaign development and execution processAnticipate client needs and proactively offer solutions and experiential opportunities for the brandProvide Client with weekly updates on project development and management, maintaining internal and external project status reportsActs as onsite account representative at events, set up post- mortems internally and externallyDevelop and deliver creative solutions that meet client objectives using a wide arsenal of experiential tactics including live events, social media, emerging technology, and strategic partnershipsFinance & InvoicingResponsible for tracking invoicing, executing SOWs under $500K, and ensuring POs are received in a timely manner, ideally within a week post-kick-offOversees completion of the master billing tracker and finance/invoicing tasks, ensures supervisor sign off on all client invoices prior to submissionWorks with Production and Clients to submit budget estimates for POs, and submit deposit and final invoices in a timely mannerWorks with Production to submit budget reconciles and secure client approval post-eventLeadershipImplementing, and managing all necessary internal and external processes to ensure proper communication flow and manage expectationsOversees projects being led by direct reports, in addition to their own, and demonstrates the ability to coach/mentor team members through roadblocksLead a full cross-departmental project team across multiple projectsDemonstrates ability to problem solve by consistently delivering creative solutions to roadblocks when escalating to supervisorProject ManagementLead day-to-day project management for projects and/or campaignsDemonstrates the ability to take ownership of workstreams, projects, or retainers in their entirety with light to moderate supervisor oversight with budgets of $250K-$1MHost and schedule regular internal and external meetings as necessaryMaintain internal and external project status reportsResponsible for overall deck management, ensuring all copy is completed and reminding the project team on deliverables for each proposalManage retainer and/or project budgets in partnership with Production Lead - Oversee AM/AC and ensure all agendas/recaps are distributed internally and externally prior to each meeting and after each meetingHold internal project teams accountable to project deadlinesWork with Production and Creative Services departments to develop post-event recaps for ClientsResponsible for ensuring timesheets are completed in a timely manner for all project workstreams whether leading or supervisingResponsible for ensuring resource reports are populated and reviewed with Accounts supervisors on a regular, consistent basis throughout the duration of the project or campaignAccount Team Management Manage and delegate tasks to junior account team membersSupports supervisor (or takes ownership of) in implementation and training for any changes to process and project managementQualifications:5+ years of experience in account leadership, campaign/event management, marketing, advertising, digital PR, and experientialFamiliarity with developing integrated campaigns that include paid, earned, social, and owned media for brandsProven track record of client leadership and account growthExperience in an agency environment; must be process-oriented and highly organizedExperience with management and oversight of complex client budgetsAbility to write effectively, persuasively, and professionallyExceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skillsConfidence in verbal and written communication with excellent presentation skillsFlexibility and adaptability to a fast-paced work environment and ability to work under tight deadlinesWillingness to work extended hours and on weekends when necessaryProven ability to weave brands into popular cultureRequirements:Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time.Location: We are a hybrid company with hub locations in Los Angeles and New York. The ideal candidate is located in any of our hub locations.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:At NVE, we are led by curiosity and fueled by humanity. Authentic connection is at the heart of our work and we embrace the opportunity and responsibility we have as an organization to provide the tools and resources needed to deliver the best and most equitable experiences possible for our employees and the clients we serve.Perks & Benefits:Health & Wellness Benefits 401k Match Communication Stipend Paid Company holidays & PTO Package Company get togethers & retreats Paid Parental Leave Flexible WFH policy Salary Estimation: [$70,500.00 - $85,000.00 per year]This is an exempt full-time position. NVE intends to provide a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of incentives, benefits, growth and developmental opportunities. There are many factors to the presented salary range, including but not limited to - location, departmental budgets, certifications, and overall job-related qualifications.NVE reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. NVE may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description.Employment eligibility verification is required for this role. In certain states, NVE participates in the E-Verify program in accordance with local regulations.Applicable states: Utah, Arizona, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida.