Advertising Account Coordinator

Overview
We are currently seeking an Account Coordinator to join, a full-service advertising agency based in Chicago. The right candidate will have 0-2 years and will provide support to the Account, Media and Creative teams. Recent college grads are encouraged to apply! This is a remote position without need for relocation and the majority of the agency operates on CST.

The right person for this role should be eager to work in a collaborative environment but have the ability to work autonomously and take ownership of assigned accounts/responsibilities. This person is highly organized and possesses strong project management skills.

Key Day To Day Responsibilities


 
Project management of client projects from start (opening a creative brief) to finish (trafficking to vendors)
 
Develops creative briefs and works with creative team to execute advertising
 
Works closely with creative and media groups to keep them informed of any change requests from the client
 
Proofs all layouts, copy and content before sending to client
 
Keeps client informed on status of all projects including completion and distribution of weekly status reports, production timelines or other verbal or written updates
 
Obtains client approvals in advance of initiating projects, including identification of target dates and budgets
 
Works with senior account management staff in preparation of client plans and recommendations



Desired Skills And Experience


 
Bachelor’s Degree; with 0-2 years’ experience
 
Have general knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of advertising
 
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office
 
Proven organizational skills and attention to detail