Account Manager/account Director

1 week ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Helium Advertising Full time
Helium Advertising is looking for an exceptional through-the-line and digital account manager/director.

They must be able to inspire and motivate a team of creatives and form and maintain strong relationships with clients, whilst planning, managing and executing jobs and campaigns, from start to finish, to perfection.

Key is to be able to extract thorough briefs from clients whilst adding creative, strategic and planning input when necessary.

Write single-minded, effective briefs to put into studio that inspire great work.
Traffic and manage jobs to meet and exceed client expectations.
Good communication and presentation skills are a must.
The position includes a good level of financial understanding.
Be ale to quote effectively, transparently and profitability through Chase accounting software.
Construct monthly billing reports and work closely with accountant to keep payments up to date.

The person must be self motivating, professional, ethical, a problem solver, a yes person, energetic, positive, passionate, a leader, knowledgable, principled, committed, able to handle stress, responsible and a whole lot of fun.


This account manager should be/have:

2-3 years recognised advertising agency experience in a client service capacity
Superb interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and be part of a team
Able to work under pressure
Efficient time management ability - deadline oriented
Able to think strategically
Great attention to detail
Great organisational and project management ability
Excellent communications skills (English) - written and verbal
Confident with clients
Should have own transport
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