Account Manager - Sales Ops

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. The Creative Services Account and Project Manager is responsible for leading the execution of sponsorship, content, and creative campaigns across multiple media platforms, managing the full lifecycle of campaigns from pre-sales to post-sales execution.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and execute sponsorship and creative content programs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client objectives
• Lead cross-functional teams in building and implementing marketing and advertising solutions, including content sponsorship, branded content, and creative media campaigns
• Manage project timelines, campaign set up, promotional creatives, and ongoing campaign maintenance
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, acting as the lead voice in meetings, calls, and written communication
• Providing status reports in regular meetings and written communication
• Report on key account and campaign metrics for campaigns
• Aligning all stakeholders with clients’ goals, objectives, and expectations
• Identify and implement strategies for program success, renewal, and growth while proactively addressing challenges
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, both internal and external
• Collaborate with all internal stakeholders (i.e. sales, post-sales, ad operations, editorial, product, client solutions, and creative teams) to drive project success and completion
• Ensure budgets and statements of work are maintained, and resources are prioritized according to project needs

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in marketing, business, or related field) or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in digital/multi-media projector account management, ideally within a major publisher, agency, or creative organization
• Strong organizational, communication (written and verbal) and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills with attention to detail
• Understanding video, print, and digital media platforms
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently