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Account Manager/Project Manager
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Posted Oct 28 |
IA Collaborative,
Chicago, IL
IA is a creative enterprise specializing in branding, graphic and interface design, product development, and strategic research. Through contextual research and validation, we uncover unmet consumer needs, define emerging business opportunities, and deliver game changing solutions. We work across a broad spectrum of industries including but not limited to: consumer goods, telecommunication, retail, insurance, healthcare, entertainment, finance, and education.
Due to significant growth we are looking for a seasoned Interactive Account Manager /Project Manager to join the IA team. The account manager's main responsibilities will be:
CLIENT MANAGEMENT
Oversee the management of individual projects.
Plan for and participate in collaborative client planning sessions, regularly scheduled meetings, ideation sessions, and presentations from project inception.
Maintain knowledge of client industries and familiarity with competitive landscape.
Work with directors and partners to extend client relationships to garner new business.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Proposal writing, documentation of contract terms and conditions, budget acceptance, etc.
Budget negotiation.
Ensure that deliverables coincide with project scope, plan, budget, goals, and objectives.
Facilitate and oversee billing processes.
INTERNAL TEAM MANAGEMENT
Internal and external resource planning/coordination and budget preparation.
Ensure that proper communication is maintained within project teams to ensure project expectations are understood, client objectives are achieved, & deadlines are met.
STRATEGIC & CREATIVE PLANS
Produce final creative briefs for review by project team and client.
Concept and craft key messages for brand and innovation strategies, as well as developing strategic and positioning copy which communicate insights, strategic directions, and creative concepts.
RESEARCH & STRATEGY
Assist strategists in conducting client research and competitive analysis.
Assist in planning, recruiting and conducting user research, participating in the synthesis process to develop key insights, creative concepts, research summaries, and design strategies.
Specific Skills
* Bachelors degree required
*Must have a total of at least 4 yrs. of project management experience (At least 2yrs. must be within the interactive space).
*Design firm experience a must!
*Excellent understanding of Interactive projects, design development processes, and client management.
*Strong written and verbal communication a must.
Apply Via Email
Submission Details
Please submit a copy of your resume & cover letter.
NOTE:
Candidates who are not US citizens or permanent residents need to have authorization to work in the US in order to apply.
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