Affinitiv · 21 hours ago
Account Executive, Automotive Advertising
Chicago
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expAffinitiv is the largest provider of end-to-end, data-driven marketing and software solutions focused on the automotive customer lifecycle. The Account Executive will act as the liaison between clients and Affinitiv Advertising, ensuring that client goals are met and performance metrics are delivered, while maintaining strong client relationships and overseeing various advertising channels.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Ability to opens jobs utilizing our internal job submission portal
Works with Traffic Manager for all production jobs
Oversees client and co-op/compliance approvals
Constant record keeping of client and co-op/compliance approvals
Strong understanding of how co-op/compliance programs work
Makes creative changes at the direction of the client and/or Account Executive
Proofreads ads prior to submitting to the client and final vendor
Maintains and manages accurate monthly budgets for multiple client accounts
Completes insertion orders
Obtains media estimates
Interacts with clients, multiple departments, and team members
Direct mail, TV production, Radio production, Print ads, Point of Purchase Materials, Traffic, Microsites, Landing Pages, Web Banners, Website maintenance
Executes the monthly planning creative at their sole discretion or direction of the Senior Account Executive if on the account
Other tasks may include coordinating event logistics, other media outreach activities, developing data bases, coordinating mailings and assembling press packets, training kits or other materials
Creates and manages accurate monthly budgets for multiple client accounts
Reconciles each individual account for monthly billing
Tracks the status of each client’s job(s) in the Creative Department and verifies that jobs will be completed on time
Communicates with each client on a daily basis to discuss current and upcoming projects
Gives input on creative strategy and initiates new jobs for the client
Reviews and presents concepts/layouts/copy to the client for approval
Communicates client feedback to the Account Coordinator and / or the Creative Department and discusses the next steps in the campaign
Directs the work of assigned Account Coordinators
Travels to the client when needed
Manages pitches and presentations to the client
Develops the SPEC planning outlines for each individual dealer at their sole discretion or direction of the Senior Account Executive if on the account
Responsible for the quality and accuracy of monthly SPEC books for the client. Format dictated by Affinitiv Advertising
Responsible for writing conference reports within 24 hours of the monthly meeting with the client. Format dictated by Affinitiv Advertising
Maintains Affinitiv Advertising standards in all communication, internal documents, external documents and presents the company in a positive light 100% of the time
Completes team 90 day and annual reviews in a timely manner (any Jr. Account Executives / Account Coordinators on the team)
Provides constant feedback to their team based on their performance
Attends staff meetings
Other tasks may include coordinating event logistics, other media outreach activities, developing data bases, coordinating mailings and assembling press packets, training kits or other materials
Qualification
Required
3+ more years of experience in an agency setting or equivalent work
Experience and knowledge of Google Analytics
Experience with client support
Must be detailed oriented and self-motivated
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
Ability to maintain composure and function well under pressure
Take initiative & be organized
Experience with the Microsoft suite of products as well as Google properties (Google drive, etc)
Must be able to take direction well with ability to juggle multiple clients and campaigns simultaneously
Persistence when encountering obstacles to keep the project moving to completion
Consistently show respect for colleagues at all levels to contribute to a positive work environment
Consistently demonstrate the ability to move into problem-solving mode whenever challenges or concerns arise
Preferred
Experience in the Auto industry is preferred but not necessary
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Generous PTO
Company
Affinitiv
Affinitiv is the only industry partner that offers OEMs and dealerships the ability to achieve better results through the unique combination of our end-to-end, integrated platform, proprietary data analytics, and full range of marketing agency services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Meier
Chief Executive Officer & President
Mike Trevino
President and Chief Technology Officer
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