G2 USA is looking for a Direct Marketing Account Associate (AAE) to join a fortune 100, auto and home insurance client team!

The Direct Marketing Account Associate is responsible for assisting the Account Manager with the execution of all client projects to which they have been assigned. The Direct Marketing Account Associate will also assist in managing all aspects of direct mail acquisition, cross-selling and winning back campaigns. They will also help develop strategic creative briefs, develop testing matrices, analyze results and competitive marketplace, and assist with strategy, creative, production and the data processing departments. In addition, they will work on email acquisition campaigns and the development of collateral materials.

Generally, the Account Associate acts as the primary interface between the various agency departments and lower level client staff with regard to executing projects on a day-to-day basis. This position is instrumental in ensuring that all agency departments are updated with regard to schedules, changes/next steps and for maintaining the status of work in progress at all times during the project development process. The goal at the Account Associate level is to seek broad involvement to expand his/her knowledge base and experience in preparation for an Account Manager position. The work involves development of marketing communications materials including direct mail, sales tools, collateral, and newsletters.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in competitive analysis projects by gathering competitive samples and conducting secondary research when needed
• Communicate job status and scheduling changes to relevant departments (eg: Creative, Media, Technology, Production, Finance)
• Assist in the approval of copy, layout/artwork, media plans and production materials and suggest revisions when necessary
• Collaborate with Traffic and/or Project Management on the development of realistic project schedules
• Write conference reports, status reports and other correspondence (to be reviewed with account team prior to distribution)
• Develop an understanding of the client’s business/industry and how key strategic issues impact client/agency objectives
• Begin to develop presentation skills by working with account team in coordinating and generating client and internal presentations
• Open jobs, develop estimates, handle billing, and keep track of budgets 

The ideal candidate:

• BA degree or equivalent work experience  
• Internship or experience within an advertising agency preferred to 1-2 years of experience working on a direct marketing account within in an advertising agency (will also consider someone with experience working in a letter shop or print production company with advertising agencies as clients)
• Direct marketing experience or desire to learn direct marketing highly preferred  (Direct mail, online tools, email marketing)
• Careful attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Team Player
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate a variety of projects
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Computer proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint 

To apply directly, please click on the following link:

https://www.hirebridge.com/v3/application/applink.aspx?cid=6084&jid=183459

G2 USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and great training programs. 

With the high volume of replies we receive, it is not possible for us to personally respond to all prospective candidates. Please be assured that your resume will be reviewed and you will be contacted if there is an interest in your background and experience.