Account Manager

Aardvark Studios
Full-time
On-site

We are seeking a seasoned Account Manager to join our growing team. This individual will play a critical role in nurturing existing client relationships while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities through a consultative sales approach. The ideal candidate has a strong background in experiential marketing, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the strategic mindset to guide clients through creative, customized marketing solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, developing deep, trusted partnerships through ongoing dialogue and strategic guidance.
  • Leverage a consultative sales style to uncover client needs, identify growth opportunities, and offer tailored solutions that align with brand goals.
  • Collaborate with internal creative, estimating and production teams to bring programs to life on time and within budget.
  • Act as a client advocate while balancing internal resources, scope, and financial parameters.
  • Develop strategic briefs, proposals, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Support new business efforts by contributing to proposals, pitch decks, and client presentations.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of account management experience, ideally in experiential marketing, event production, or a creative agency setting.
  • Proven ability to build long-term client relationships and drive account growth through strategic thinking and consultative selling.
  • Deep understanding of experiential and event marketing best practices.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.

Requirements or What else is helpful:

  • Experience with custom fabrication or mobile marketing tours
  • Familiarity with agency operations
  • A strong network of industry connections or potential clients

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  • Opportunity to work with premier brands on high-profile campaigns
  • Creative and collaborative team culture
  • Room for growth in a dynamic, fast-scaling company
  • Paid time off 
  • Medical/dental/vision benefits 
  • Short & long-term disability options
  • Retirement matching after 1 year
  • On-site private-use gym
  • Free Tesla charging  
  • Dog-friendly workspace 

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