Digital Account Director (AI/AdTech)

TL;DR

Digital Account Director (AI/AdTech): Managing a portfolio of strategic clients, developing content programs that leverage AI and production innovation. Accent on translating business objectives into innovative content solutions and overseeing account financial health. Focus on leveraging cutting-edge WPP Open platform capabilities, driving account growth through AI-driven solutions, and ensuring successful campaign execution.

Location: Hybrid working model in New York, NY, USA, with teams in the office around four days a week.

Salary: $60,000–$140,000

Company

hirify.global is the Global Content Production Company, part of WPP, partnering with top global brands and specializing in AI, data, and technology-driven marketing services.

What you will do

• Develop and nurture strong client relationships as a trusted advisor, identifying and proposing innovative AI-driven content solutions.
• Identify growth opportunities, demonstrating the value of hirify.global’s AI-driven and content automation solutions.
• Manage account profitability, including budgeting, forecasting, tracking, and reporting.
• Stay updated on AI, content automation, and ad tech trends to provide informed recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Product, Engineering, Legal, Finance) to ensure effective project delivery.
• Proactively identify and solve issues, optimizing outcomes for clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• 6–8+ years of experience in digital account management, client services, or client-facing roles, preferably in technology, advertising, or media agency environments, with strong project management skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of campaign management, advertising production processes, digital marketing strategies, and ad operations.
• Proficiency in Google Ads and Google tools (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, Meet).
• Experience managing financial tasks related to client accounts, including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability (P&L).
• Deep understanding and passion for agentic workflows, generative AI, machine learning, and ad tech, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working with large, matrixed organizations and a track record of building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with C-level executives and senior stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills (written and verbal).

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with teams in the office around four days a week.
• Competitive benefits package offered by WPP.
• Emphasis on values such as Hands on, Honesty, Heart & Soul, Happy Family, and Hungry.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging, and continuous learning.