Account Management

How is being an Account Director for a med comms agency different than an Account Director at an AOR pharma agency? Is there a difference or is it all just the same?

I've been at my company just a little over 8 months and I've got an issue with a colleague who is viewed as a respected resource. She's already had issues with freelancers that they've… more

As account management I feel pressure to not have a public opinion, but I do today. How is everyone coping with Rowe being overturned if your company hasn’t declared a position or chosen to remain sil… more

Anyone have a treadmill for under desk recommendation?

I’ve changed jobs every year for the last 3 years, I am having serious doubts about my new company. Is it bad to start looking at other opportunities? I finally just want to be at a place where I feel… more

I’ve been my agency for a year (1st job out of college). Recently, a recruiter from one of my dream agencies reached out and I would absolutely love to pursue the opportunity and see where it takes me. My concern… more

In the final stages of interviews for a promotion at a different agency working for someone I think I could grow a lot under, but I'm not excited about the client. Which is more important?

After having worked in my family business and with in my mates event management company, I moved to the UK for my masters. Decided to relocate to London to pursuer my career. I managed to get a gig as… more

Does anyone have tips for interviewing at the next role? I.e. currently an account sup interviewing for account director roles? What will set me up for success in the interview? Experience wise, I hav… more

Anyone read / watch any good resources on time management best practices that apply well to an agency setting? I never want to be a blocker for my teammates and want to ensure I can plan and manage my… more

‼️ hiring for all levels of account & project management ‼️ This company is a *true* startup, founded by VC and some big names in the ad world. Focusing on brand/vis ID, digital, & content. If… more

I have an AD that I’ve become frustrated by recently. They are extremely nice and always willing to help me out, but they lack a lot of confidence. Both in presenting and having complex conversations … more

Any tips on not taking rejection personally or clearing your mind of frustration?

After a year at my agency (1st job out of school) I got an 8% raise without asking, but not a promotion in title. Very grateful of course but seems a bit odd and wondering if it could be indicative of… more

Curious what folks VC target and attainment looks like. I was at a startup as a Sr CSM base 80k VC 40k attainment was 100%.

I ended up leaving for a new startup (very early stage) challenge as a SAM b… more

Is 60k underpaid for a senior account manager with 3 years of experience + a masters degree?

With everything going on with the economy, should I try to leave ExxonMobil lube sales for cyber security sales? Is a job in energy a safer place during a recession?

I’m wondering if your agency or in-house agency would have a need for an on-demand or freelance creative operations lead. Sometimes teams are going through extreme growth or need efficiencies to help… more

I just received a strong job offer from VMLY&R frisco (Intel team). Any thoughts that VMLY&R team and/or how to deal w the guilt trip of leaving your current team? I’m currently at TRG splitti… more

Looking for a job in-house (officially committed to leaving the agency world). Openings at your place?? Thanks 🙂

What area of Account Management does everyone work in? I’m in retail/eCommerce, specifically creative operations at an in house agency.

Is anyone an AM in tech? If so, what do you do? I want to get out… more

When your brand new to a brand/agency and you need to get your arms around the finances of your brand relatively quickly, is there any “process” you employ to make that whole thing go any smoother?

What shops are still fully remote?

Thoughts on Upshot vs. VMLY&R Commerce for an SAE role?

When it comes to overall project management (mainly timeline tracking)…Asana vs. Wrike vs. Smartsheet?

Do any agencies offer employee stock options in benefits packages? Not to purchase at a discount, but as a means of additional compensation

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Any one knows what's the salary scale for a Business Development Manager at Dish Network?

How are agencies requiring only 5 years of experience for a VP Account Director role?

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From customer service to an account manager with 7+ experience and now being interviewed for a global key account manager position. What's the salary range for GKAM roles in US and Canada?
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I am an account executive at a small Xerox & FP dealer. Been here for two years. He has still kept me at bare minimum salary. Could there be a better opportunity for me?

Do any agencies/companies actually hold true to their “work life balance” claims? Or is is just a ploy to try and get/retain talent? Asking for a burnt out friend.

I’m so burnt out from working in pharma and can’t stand the work I’m doing any longer. People who have switched out of pharma, were you happier after making the jump?

Has anyone transferred from SAE into a client side role? If so what roles did you get next? Working in agency for the last 4.5 years has drained me of every I have. Looking for a career shift but havi… more

What are some good positions for an account supervisor working at an agency who wants to get into live events management/entertainment? Any companies, agencies I should look into?

I’m a VP that is going to be moving to the DC market with about 8-9 YOE. What are others making so I can set realistic expectations?

Who is hiring remote/ hybrid NYC based account sup/manager or account director roles? I just got word that the account I was hired to work on is no longer and I’ll be rotated. I don’t want to settle f… more

I’m an Account Manager and was signed on at 95k base,120k OTE (wound up making 140k year 1). I didn’t get a raise after attaining 150% quota but did get a 17k bonus… I’m already at 60% attainment in year 2 after … more

I'm looking to hire a Project Manager to work at my Creative Agency. We're looking for someone who has experience working with Non-Profits as a lot of our clients are non-profits so we need someone … more

I’m currently an SAE at an agency in DC making $75k. 2.5 YOE but it’s my first agency job.

Is this a good salary for the role and my YOE? What salary should I be pushing for next year, whether it’s a r… more

Was hired at the bottom of my AE salary band (55K) due to my lack of client services experience. The in-house recruiter told me I have room to grow within the band, but now that I’m here, my coworkers… more