ABOUT THE AGENCY:
David&Goliath is an agency that adheres to one simple philosophy: Brave. To be brave, to inspire people and brands to take on their goliaths. To create lasting impact that the world can feel and truly embrace. This is our purpose and for over two decades, we have never wavered from it. We are not made for everyone. We are made for the few who believe that purpose isn't just a business proposition, but a way of life. And for those who believe we can achieve the unthinkable, together. David&Goliath is a collaborative, empathetic, and team-oriented culture that believes in taking on challenges that others might walk away from. Because, the truth is, nobody ever became great without first being brave.
Who we are looking for
We’re seeking a creative, collaborative thinker, and a buttoned up Account Supervisor that doesn’t shy away from a challenge. This person should have a team-oriented attitude, be pro-active and have a strong voice to manage and lead their projects. This person should not wait for projects to be assigned, but should be comfortable digging into the clients’ business to help elicit success and growth. A successful Account Supervisor will work hard, laugh along the way and be proud of the work delivered.
Role
The role of the Account Supervisor is to:
Flawlessly manage the day-to-day running of the account in order to ensure the delivery of great, effective work
Be responsible for delivering against the direction set by the Account Lead
Acquire in-depth knowledge of the client’s business: structure, objectives, obstacles, competitive, industry trends, etc.
Build relationships with key clients, internal teams and external partners
Ensure that the execution of all creative solutions are met on time and on budget
Oversee and mentor junior members of the Account Management team
Responsibilities
Specifically, the responsibilities of the Account Supervisor are as follows:
Day-to-day management and administration of the account
Manage weekly status report and lead client status meeting
Ensure internal teams are clear on daily tasks
Manage the client budget and billing
Write and distribute contact reports for all meetings
Manage development of presentation materials
Maintain and ensure all assets are being housed in an organized manner.
Develop a meaningful relationship with clients by being knowledgeable of the client’s business, the competition and audience.
Make it your business to know everything always happening on your account, at the client and internally
Contribute strategically to the account in a meaningful way
Ensure the proper information is collected from the client at the beginning of a project. Ask questions if something is missing that will impact a solid creative brief.
Partner with Strategic Planning on briefs and comms plans development
Contribute to the team’s thinking about the brand and help build strategic arguments
Be a competitive center of excellence for the team at all times. Stay current on what the competition is doing from an advertising and marketing perspective.
Pave the way for great creative ideas to flourish
Work with Production and Project Management to develop project schedules and budgets
Develop assignment briefs for projects that do not require a new creative brief
Support in the creative development process; be comfortable running projects independently
Help creative teams by providing any insight they need to successfully develop work throughout the entire process
Manage the Client’s compliance and legal requirements
Oversee production of all projects, independently and confidently
Develop and manage junior team members; establish goals and ensure they are given the opportunity to grow
Mentor junior members of the team on a daily basis, providing them the support they need
Manage the annual review process for junior members of the team
Qualifications
5+ years of agency experience, preferably at a creatively driven agency
Must have strong broadcast production experience; knowledge of print and digital a plus
Strong, entrepreneurial spirit and drive
Must have stamina, even under severe time pressure. Possess the ability to always remain cool and calm, setting an example for those around you.
Excellent communication skills
Proactive, strong problem solving skills, detail oriented
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) preferred
Video Submission Link (1 min. max); show us why you're brave! We're not looking for the highest quality editing, just good content.
The role is based in Los Angeles, CA.
Please note: This role requires someone to be onsite in the D&G office 3 days per week — Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Some on-set production and occasional travel may also be required.
The base salary is up to $105k plus benefits.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees can thrive.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of agency experience, preferably at a creatively driven agency
- Strong broadcast production experience
- Knowledge of print and digital production
- Strong entrepreneurial spirit and drive
- Ability to maintain stamina and composure under severe time pressure
- Excellent communication skills
- Proactive and strong problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented approach
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
What We Do
David&Goliath is dedicated to helping challenger brands outsmart and outperform the competition. Being a challenger brand is about a mindset, not a market position. It's the same mindset that drives us to be more observant, innovative and brave. It’s why we dig deeper to find and identify consumer behaviors that others overlook. It’s why our strategic and creative ideas are more compelling and more human. It’s also why we offer integrated creative capabilities that enable us to be nimble enough to move and adapt at the speed of the market. And, lastly, it’s why we’re brave enough to question the status quo rather than follow the lead of others
