Junior Account Executive

Junior Account Executive

KennedyC is seeking a Junior Account Executive to join our talented, hard-working, and passionate Account Services Team in Madison, WI. The Account Services Team serves as the primary link between the agency and client accounts, and the Junior Account Executive will support account leads while managing day-to-day client relationships and campaign execution. At KennedyC, voted a Top Workplace five years in a row, we’re more than just an agency; we’re a vibrant community that thrives on curiosity, teamwork and inclusivity. Join us to grow in a dynamic environment where diversity, creativity and personal development take center stage. Your marketing career starts here at KennedyC!

Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Client Support & Communication
2. Manages their own client relationships while supporting senior account leads in maintaining strong client partnerships through day-to-day communication and collaboration 
3. Contributes to overall client satisfaction by responding promptly to client questions and requests, escalating when appropriate 
4. Effectively present agency strategy, proposals and performance updates to clients
5. Client travel as needed

1. Strategic Planning & Account Management
   1. Assists in the development of annual strategic marketing plans, inclusive of budgets, insights and recommended tactics
   2. Collaborates with internal departments to build integrated plans and creative briefs that align with client goals
   3. Builds foundational knowledge of client brands, industries, competitors and market trends to inform recommendations

1. Team Collaboration
   1. Per the client’s strategic advertising plan, collaborates with each department to support campaign execution for on-time completion, securing client approvals as needed
   2. Partners with senior account leads and project coordinators to initiate client-related internal meetings, including strategic planning brainstorms and interdepartmental meetings for assigned clients
   3. Builds relationships with agency team members to support seamless campaign execution and high-quality work

 Skill Requirements:

• 0-3 years of account service experience
• Agency experience preferred
• Strong presenter and clear, effective communicator
• Self-motivated with a team-oriented mindset
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Familiarity with both traditional and digital marketing tools and platforms

 Benefits:

• Professional and personal development grants to nurture your passions and skills
• Opportunities for engagement with in-office and out-of-office events
• Competitive paid time off and holidays
• Generous parental leave benefits
• Comprehensive insurance coverage for health, dental, vision, life and disability
• Pet care discount
• Identity protection
• A 401(k) retirement plan
• Networking opportunities and paid volunteer hours
• Summer hours

Equal Employment Opportunity 

KennedyC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you have experience in some but not all of the listed job responsibilities. KennedyC firmly commits to equity, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from those who will help us become a more inclusive organization. 

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Submit your resume and cover letter to careers@kennedyc.com with the subject Junior Account Executive.