Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from UnitedMasters
Job overview
The Group Account Director at UnitedMasters leads a new account, driving strategic opportunities and ensuring the agency's work exceeds client expectations, impacting client relationships and business growth.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves senior client leadership, building trusted relationships, developing strategic visions, collaborating on creative solutions, managing account teams, overseeing budgets and operations, and identifying business development opportunities.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $175,000 to $200,000 with additional compensation such as bonuses, stock options, and 401(k) match, with pay based on experience and location.
Experience and skills
Requires at least 12 years in account management or strategic leadership in a creative agency, experience with QSR or related industries, proficiency in media channels and digital tools, and strong communication and leadership skills; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
Career development
The role offers mentoring and development of account team members, fostering career growth and leadership opportunities within the company.
Work environment and culture
UnitedMasters values resourcefulness, tenacity, creativity, intelligence, and ambition, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture with a hybrid work model requiring office presence three days a week.
Company information
UnitedMasters is an award-winning creative solutions company backed by major investors like Alphabet and Apple, combining culture, technology, and storytelling to grow brands and support independent creators globally.
Team overview
The candidate will lead and manage a team of account staff and work closely with cross-functional leads to ensure operational and strategic excellence.
Job location and travel
The position is hybrid based in Brooklyn, NY, requiring three days in the office and two days remote, with regular travel to client locations as needed.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by its focus on culturally relevant creative solutions, leadership in multicultural and African American targeted work, and integration of cultural insights with business strategy.
Company overview
UnitedMasters is a music distribution company that empowers independent artists by providing them with tools to distribute their music across major streaming platforms while retaining ownership of their work. They generate revenue through subscription fees for premium services and a percentage of royalties from distributed music. Founded in 2017 by Steve Stoute, UnitedMasters has partnered with major brands like the NBA and ESPN to offer unique opportunities for artists, making it a significant player in the music industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership in managing large accounts, especially within creative or cultural agencies, emphasizing strategic client relationship management and team leadership.
Emphasize experience with QSR or restaurant industry accounts and your ability to develop culturally relevant, innovative marketing solutions that align with client business goals.
Apply through UnitedMasters' official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to ensure your application reaches multiple recruiters and hiring managers.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Group Account Directors, senior account managers, or people in client leadership roles at UnitedMasters; ice breakers can include commenting on recent campaigns they've led or expressing admiration for the company's cultural influence and innovation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'strategic planning,' 'client leadership,' 'QSR industry,' 'budget management,' 'cross-functional team leadership,' and 'cultural marketing' to increase screening success.
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