Account Executive, OOH

Business Overview

We are Rapport, an Out of Home - OOH - media agency and we're known for the strength of our relationships. Rewarding Connections is at the heart of everything we do. It's all about collaborative and successful partnerships and a passion to deliver valuable results. As OOH becomes more engaging, interactive, and content-driven, we're here to guide advertisers and agencies through the evolving media landscape. Please visit Rapport’s website for more information. Rapport is a member of the constellation of companies within Mediabrands and is wholly owned by Interpublic (NYSE:IPG)

Position Summary

The Account Executive will work alongside their manager to ensure effective client service and account management. A successful candidate will have a solid understanding of the OOH workflow, as well as the overall sector and media buying/planning industry. Qualified candidates will be eager to learn, excited to join a creative team, and perform well in a fast-paced environment. 

Key Responsibilities

• Have a strong understanding of the OOH landscape and media owners in US markets
• Plan and implement OOH campaigns from initial brief to the post campaign analysis
• Train and manage Junior AEs to ensure timely delivery of projects
• Consistently utilize key media measurement tools (i.e. Geopath) and Rapport proprietary tools to deliver effective campaigns and fulfill client needs
• Work alongside IPG lead agencies to deliver holistic media plans that meet client needs and requirements 
• Help build client presentations and participate in client meetings along with Manager/AMD
• Retain and grow existing client budgets and develop new business from existing accounts
• Staying up to date with market updates and insights and preparing marketing materials as needed
• Delegate work as needed to meet deadlines
• Willingness to take on tasks/projects outside of day-to-day responsibilities 

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills

 Desired Skills & Experience:

• 1+ years’ media planning experience, preferably with an OOH or full-service media agency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Superior problem-solving skills
• Supportive team player yet confident to work under own initiative

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. 

The salary range for this position is posted below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.   

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

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