Full-Time

Account Executive

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Butler Shine Stern & Partners

Butler Shine Stern & Partners

51-200 employees

Advertising agency providing brand strategy solutions

Consulting
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$75k - $90kAnnually

Mid

Sausalito, CA, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Requirements
  • 3+ years of integrated advertising agency experience.
  • Ability to manage multiple processes and prioritize.
  • Attention to detail in an ever changing environment
  • Strong communication skills, written and oral.
Responsibilities
  • Work with resource managers to establish all creative teams.
  • Schedule kick-offs, briefings, creative reviews and internal reviews.
  • Coordinate with all necessary producers and the Creative Resource Director to establish a master campaign schedule for development and production.
  • Drive the kick-off to the creative process: scheduling the initial briefing with creative, planning and senior account and then the follow up date for the first IR for the broader team.
  • Route creative concepts to all team members (creative leadership, account leadership, production proofreading and media, as needed) and ensure internal approvals before client presentations.
  • Lead the materials of the client presentation to ensure they are accurate and on time.
  • Liaise with BSSP producers (broadcast, print and or digital) to drive the production process (dates/deliverables/routing assets) in their respective media once an idea nears concept approval from the client. BSSP producers should drive the internal process and then the AE would move that work through to the client.
  • Maintain master campaign schedules with creative resources manager, appropriate producers, creative, media and client.
  • Ensure that meeting rooms are set up with proper materials/presentations prior to calls, operate/distribute conference numbers.
  • Become the keeper of brand and product information, such as digital asset management, legal disclaimers, style guides, etc. for the account.
  • Thoroughly review and understand production estimates, then route for client signature and promptly distribute signed estimates internally. Participate with other senior account team members with production needs, including on-site broadcast and still productions.
  • Coordinate project schedules to clients; update and distribute on a regular basis to ensure all creative and production personnel are aware of project and presentation dates throughout the life of a job.
  • Develop and obtain client approvals on creative rotations, traffic instructions, talent payments etc. and distribute as needed to the internal team.
  • Author and lead client status calls and documentation.
  • Write and distribute all conference reports within 24 hours of a client meeting.
  • Facilitate miscellaneous client and media/partner asset requests.
  • Work with the senior account, media and planning teams to monitor and analyze key competitors and category trends for insight that may benefit our clients.
  • Lead and maintain industry intelligence in the form of newsletters, competitive flash reports, etc.
  • Primary gatekeeper and ambassador of the client’s products. This is the ownership of both assets and a working understanding of the product and how it can be used in our campaigns.
  • Gain a full understanding of the client billing process, and along with your BSSP finance partner, build a relationship with the billing contact at the client and manage the general budget and invoicing documents.
  • Oversee all communications relating to account billing internally and externally, being a key participant in monthly billing meetings with finance, media and production.
  • Provide regular invoice aging reports to the client(s) and escalate to appropriate senior account staff if an issue arises.
Butler Shine Stern & Partners

Butler Shine Stern & Partners

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BSSP delivers advertising and marketing solutions that help brands create unique identities and connect with consumers. The agency's approach, known as the 'Outside In' philosophy, focuses on understanding marketing challenges from the consumer's viewpoint, which leads to more engaging campaigns. BSSP works with a variety of clients, including large corporations like Amazon and ESPN, and operates on a business model that includes client contracts, project fees, and retainer agreements. What sets BSSP apart from its competitors is its blend of serious work with a fun, dynamic environment that encourages creativity and innovation. The goal of BSSP is to provide impactful marketing strategies that enable brands to stand out in a crowded marketplace.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$2.2M

Headquarters

Sausalito, California

Founded

1993

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What believers are saying

  • The addition of Thomas Simmons and Trina D. Arnett could lead to improved operational efficiency and innovative marketing strategies.
  • BSSP's collaboration with Pacific Educational Group may enhance the company's reputation and attract clients who value corporate social responsibility.
  • A full-service agency model allows for integrated marketing solutions, potentially leading to higher client satisfaction and retention.

What critics are saying

  • The advertising and marketing industry is highly competitive, requiring BSSP to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Integrating new leadership can pose challenges in aligning strategic goals and maintaining organizational culture.

What makes Butler Shine Stern & Partners unique

  • BSSP's full-service approach allows them to offer a comprehensive suite of marketing and advertising services, unlike specialized agencies that focus on niche areas.
  • The recent hiring of experienced professionals like Thomas Simmons and Trina D. Arnett strengthens their leadership team, providing a competitive edge in financial and marketing sciences.
  • Their partnership with Pacific Educational Group demonstrates a commitment to social responsibility and continuous learning, setting them apart from competitors.

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