Hudson Rouge
WHO IS HUDSON ROUGE?
Hudson Rouge (a VML company) is a luxury boutique marketing and communications agency that works solely on luxury brands and is the exclusive agency of record for the Lincoln Automotive business across all channels. We combine brand strategy, media strategy, activation, digital, social, earned media, production and analytics to provide exquisitely crafted creativity. We are a small group of people spread across several offices – New York, Detroit, Shanghai, Toronto, and Mexico City – and we care for each other as much as we care for our clients. We pride ourselves on doing the unusual and on discovering unusual talent: people who are excited about doing their best work and want to grow with us. We hold the highest levels of craft and concept.
THE OPPORTUNITY Associate Account Director – Brand The Associate Account Director is responsible for overall agency services on accounts and for the supervision, growth and development of client engagement team personnel, including training, motivation and performance evaluations. This role focuses on enhancing capabilities in Marketing Excellence, Ownership, Intelligence, and Innovation. Externally, the Account Director develops and maintains close relationships with senior‑level client contacts, establishes Hudson Rouge as a leader on the business, helps achieve clients’ marketing objectives, and manages income results for the agency.
Account Directors are energetic proponents of all client partnerships, participate in and lead external cross‑functional teams, and serve as the core contact for all partner relationships and day‑to‑day client activities. They articulate the agency’s vision and value, drive the core growth and development of the account team, and handle financial responsibilities such as monthly billing, forecasting and expense reporting. This position requires comfort in a fast‑paced environment and the ability to make timely decisions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaboratively responsible for development of long‑term account success and growth by participating in Client Engagement Plan development and execution.
Drive execution and measurement of final plans, ensuring proactive thought leadership.
Supervise all work, providing oversight and guidance.
Build and maintain client relationships with day‑to‑day clients and senior‑level contacts.
Participate in key client meetings: presentations of Hudson Rouge work; client briefings; strategy sessions; agency day meetings; cross‑agency partner meetings.
Build and maintain agency partnership relationships.
Supervise and develop direct reports.
Manage financial responsibilities, including monthly projections and billing and monthly budget reviews with clients.
Regularly inform the Group Account Director on business status, including escalation points as needed.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Comfortable working in and leading integrated agency relationships.
Able to lead strategic efforts across multi‑channel engagements.
Proficient in developing and disseminating strategic direction across internal cross‑functional teams.
Aggressive approach to client management and account growth.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Detail‑oriented, strong communicator, and effective presenter.
Team player with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Familiarity with all facets of interactive campaign and macro strategy development.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
Five to eight years of experience, which may include large‑agency interactive or senior client‑side marketing experience focusing on strategy, innovation and an entrepreneurial approach to building brands.
Experience with digital marketing focusing on site, display, search, emerging media or overall digital ecosystem development.
Location: Based in our New York office.
Salary: $75,000 USD – $180,000 USD (dependent on experience and qualifications). We offer a competitive benefits package.
We believe the best work happens when we’re together. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (Hudson Rouge) is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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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THE OPPORTUNITY Associate Account Director – Brand The Associate Account Director is responsible for overall agency services on accounts and for the supervision, growth and development of client engagement team personnel, including training, motivation and performance evaluations. This role focuses on enhancing capabilities in Marketing Excellence, Ownership, Intelligence, and Innovation. Externally, the Account Director develops and maintains close relationships with senior‑level client contacts, establishes Hudson Rouge as a leader on the business, helps achieve clients’ marketing objectives, and manages income results for the agency.
Account Directors are energetic proponents of all client partnerships, participate in and lead external cross‑functional teams, and serve as the core contact for all partner relationships and day‑to‑day client activities. They articulate the agency’s vision and value, drive the core growth and development of the account team, and handle financial responsibilities such as monthly billing, forecasting and expense reporting. This position requires comfort in a fast‑paced environment and the ability to make timely decisions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaboratively responsible for development of long‑term account success and growth by participating in Client Engagement Plan development and execution.
Drive execution and measurement of final plans, ensuring proactive thought leadership.
Supervise all work, providing oversight and guidance.
Build and maintain client relationships with day‑to‑day clients and senior‑level contacts.
Participate in key client meetings: presentations of Hudson Rouge work; client briefings; strategy sessions; agency day meetings; cross‑agency partner meetings.
Build and maintain agency partnership relationships.
Supervise and develop direct reports.
Manage financial responsibilities, including monthly projections and billing and monthly budget reviews with clients.
Regularly inform the Group Account Director on business status, including escalation points as needed.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Comfortable working in and leading integrated agency relationships.
Able to lead strategic efforts across multi‑channel engagements.
Proficient in developing and disseminating strategic direction across internal cross‑functional teams.
Aggressive approach to client management and account growth.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Detail‑oriented, strong communicator, and effective presenter.
Team player with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Familiarity with all facets of interactive campaign and macro strategy development.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
Five to eight years of experience, which may include large‑agency interactive or senior client‑side marketing experience focusing on strategy, innovation and an entrepreneurial approach to building brands.
Experience with digital marketing focusing on site, display, search, emerging media or overall digital ecosystem development.
Location: Based in our New York office.
Salary: $75,000 USD – $180,000 USD (dependent on experience and qualifications). We offer a competitive benefits package.
We believe the best work happens when we’re together. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (Hudson Rouge) is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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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