About the Role
The Account Director will lead day-to-day planning, strategic input, and client communication for ITV. This role involves managing high-volume, fast-paced campaigns, fostering strong client relationships, and delivering innovative media solutions within the UK entertainment landscape.
Responsibilities
- Recommend, plan, and deliver end-to-end multi-channel campaigns aligned with strategic objectives and budgets.
- Serve as a primary strategic and operational client contact.
- Oversee campaign implementation, optimization, and reporting in collaboration with internal teams.
- Provide competitor and category insights and market updates to inform strategy.
- Maintain accurate forecasting, budgeting, and financial reconciliation.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure alignment and efficiency.
Requirements
- Strong online and offline channel planning experience.
- Ability to thrive under pressure in a high-volume, short-turnaround environment.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Right to work in the UK.
Skills
- Multi-channel campaign planning
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder management
- Financial forecasting and budgeting
- Media landscape analysis
- Troubleshooting
Location
- United Kingdom
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experience in film is preferred
Benefits
- Competitive medical insurance
- Group retirement plans
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Significant paid time off
- Preferential partner discounts
- Employee mental health awareness days
About the Company
- WPP is a creative transformation company focused on building better futures.
- WPP Media is an AI-driven media operating unit bringing together media, data, and partnerships.
- EssenceMediacom is a media agency grounded in analytics, insights, data, and technology.
Equal Opportunity
- WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culture of respect and equal career progression opportunities.
