Account Director

Account Director Job Role - 2026

Latitude

Hybrid

[Note: Even if you fall below or above the required experience, do not hesitate to introduce yourself by applying.]

Latitude is a strategic creative agency committed to using business as a force for good. We’re women-owned and fiercely independent. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to shape breakthrough platforms for world-class brands. You’ll contribute to a culture that values bold thinking, integrity, and growth — and help us continue to defy limits. Of the budget. Of timelines. Of categories. Of expectations.

Position Overview: Latitude is looking for a strategic, relationship-driven Account Director who thrives at the intersection of client leadership, creative ambition, and business growth. You know how to build trust with clients while pushing work further than expected. You can navigate complexity, lead integrated teams with confidence, and keep momentum moving across multiple workstreams without losing sight of the bigger picture.

You understand that exceptional account leadership is about anticipating needs, creating opportunities, championing breakthrough ideas, and ensuring clients and teams feel supported every step of the way. You bring calm under pressure, sharp strategic instincts, and the ability to inspire confidence in both clients and colleagues alike.

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If You Are:

A strategic thinker who understands how great creative work drives business results.

Someone who naturally builds trusted relationships and becomes an indispensable client partner.

A proactive leader who spots challenges early and turns them into opportunities.

Comfortable guiding integrated teams across creative, strategy, media, production, PR, and account disciplines.

A clear communicator who can confidently lead presentations, conversations, and decision-making at every level.

A collaborative, ego-free teammate who values accountability, transparency, and shared success.

A resilient multitasker who can balance timelines, budgets, priorities, and personalities with optimism and focus.

Curious about culture, marketing, technology, and evolving consumer behavior — and excited to bring fresh thinking to clients and teams.

We want to hear from you.

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Core responsibilities include:

• Lead Client Partnerships: Serve as the senior day-to-day strategic lead across assigned accounts, building trusted relationships with key client stakeholders and ensuring long-term partnership success.
• Drive Strategic Thinking: Guide integrated marketing initiatives, campaigns, and brand programs with thoughtful, proactive leadership that pushes work and business outcomes forward.
• Champion Great Work: Evaluate briefs critically, inspire bold thinking, and help clients see opportunities beyond the expected. Partner closely with creative and strategy teams to deliver breakthrough ideas.
• Own Account Health: Manage scopes, budgets, profitability, timelines, and resourcing with accountability and precision while maintaining a high standard of quality and execution.
• Create Team Alignment: Bring together cross-functional teams across creative, strategy, media, PR, production, and client leadership to ensure clarity, collaboration, and momentum.
• Grow the Business: Identify opportunities for organic account growth and contribute to new business development and pitching efforts.
• Lead with Positivity: Foster a team environment built on trust, transparency, accountability, and shared wins — creating energy and momentum even during fast-moving moments.

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Qualifications:

• 8–12 years of experience in account leadership at an advertising agency or marketing firm
• Proven success leading key client relationships and integrated marketing work
• Strong strategic and business acumen, with the ability to guide both clients and internal teams
• Ability to manage complexity, prioritize effectively, and drive results
• Experience overseeing budgets, scope, and profitability
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Track record of delivering high-quality, creative work that performs

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Compensation & Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based growth. The expected salary range for this role is $125,000 – $145,000 annually. Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, skills, and overall fit.

In addition to the base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid PTO and parental leave, paid parking, a hybrid working environment, agency perks, and more.

Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.