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Without clients, there is no advertising. The Account Management team is dedicated to making sure that they appropriately balance the wishes of both the clients and the agency team, seeing projects through to completion.
Communication skills are a must for this role, as well as the ability to see both the high level, big picture whilst keeping an eye on all the details.
This is the heart and soul of a creative agency. Creatives come up with the ideas for everything from billboards to commercials to real world experiences that all help reinforce the brand’s message for that campaign, and producers are the ones that work with partners to make it all happen.
Creativity, curiosity, and the ability to work well as a team are critical.
An agency is only as strong as the support it has. Operations oversee the day-to-day running of the office, such as keeping the books balanced and the lights on.
This takes meticulous analysis skills, teamwork, and a drive to keep the ship running.
Strategists use research and experience to make sure that advertising reaches the right audience in the best way possible.
This career demands relentless curiosity and research skills, as well as creative problem-solving to really connect with the audience.
This department makes sure that the whole agency is able to communicate. Whether it’s running databases and servers or making sure everyone has access to the latest programs and apps, Technology professionals are some of the most in-demand talent at an agency.
Technical skills are critical, as well as the ability to solve problems quickly.
Agencies and brands put out a lot more communications beyond ads themselves. A good PR professional will help extend a brand’s reach, reinforce the message they’re putting out, and foster a positive message.
Some critical skills for this role include creativity, a depth of knowledge about the brand and its competitors, and the ability to work with a wide variety of partners and media outlets.
One of the critical careers in any industry, Human Resources makes sure that all the other employees can thrive by feeling heard and respected.
This role takes strong dedication and interpersonal skills, as well as a desire to ensure that things run smoothly.