Account Director
Role Summary
Join WPP Production as an Account Director to lead projects and manage client relationships in a hybrid working environment.
About the Organisation
We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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Minimum Requirements
- Project / Client management related experience within an interactive or integrated agency, with a good understanding of marketing and production implementation processes across all key channels, including digital, video, content, social etc
- Good understanding of production and the creative development process, content production, technology, quality assurance testing and marketing methodologies
- Ability to manage complex projects with varying components, demonstrating ability to deliver on time and on budget
- Experience of building solid client relationships
- A professional, calm, approachable demeanour, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic highly matrixed agency environment
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and relationships cross functionally
- An appreciation for how great work gets done and a commitment to ensuring flawless execution and delivery
- Proven ability to collaborate with dynamic cross-functional teams to deliver on projects
- Demonstrates an ability to solve problems with the solution that works for all stakeholders without compromising the quality of the deliverables or the project
- Must be commercially astute able to build scopes, create budgets and track profitability
- Proven negotiation skills
- Strong client relationship skills including presenting to clients and the ability to think on your feet
- Strong written/oral communication skills
- Experience of working with offshore teams a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, wireframing/workflow tools, online project management/collaboration/ticketing tools e.g. JIRA, Smartsheet, Trello, Miro etc
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility criteria are not specified in the job description.
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