Account Executive

Account Executive

Are you the organized, energetic orchestrator who thrives in fast-paced environments? We're looking for a talented Account Executive in Chicago -- the connective tissue between web execution, data, creativity and flawless execution.

In this role, you'll be the heartbeat of our IAT team on the US Army account. You'll manage workflows, champion cross-functional collaboration, keep everyone aligned, and ensure our best work gets delivered on time. You'll work closely with Website and Reporting partner agencies to bring projects and campaigns to life while developing the strategic thinking skills that define agency leadership.

Strategic Planning & Coordination

• Partner with cross-functional teams to connect a multi-faceted, data-driven marketing ecosystem, specializing in website execution and data reporting
• Liaison with key partners to manage workflows to meet internal and client deadlines
• Balance agency perspective with client advocacy, challenging the status quo when it strengthens the work
• You don't need to be the expert in the field, but you need to know who the experts are, and how to communicate with them and work jointly to meet internal and client needs

Day-to-Day Execution

• Manage team operations: plan meetings, maintain communication channels, track status and projects, and keep everyone moving forward
• Secure the right people for key meetings and reviews, and adapt quickly when priorities shift
• Be the key communications liaison and intersection point between teams, relaying timelines and project summaries to keep people informed and connected

Leadership & Communication

• Build trusting relationships based on credibility and respect with teammates, clients, and agency partners
• Capture and communicate clearly—from meeting notes to weekly recaps that celebrate wins and preview what's next
• Identify roadblocks early and determine ideas on how to solve them
• Be an active listener; connect key topics from across the program, anticipate needs and take initiative to meet them

Problem Solving & Resilience

• Thrive under pressure by staying calm, organized, and solution-focused
• Be open to new ideas, and suggest your own
• Bring team members together and keep morale high during intense projects

What We're Looking For

• 2–3 years of professional experience in marketing, advertising or related fields
• Superior organizational ability and attention to detail—you catch what others miss
• Excellent communication skills: strong writing, presentation, and facilitation abilities
• Collaborative mindset: you work cross-functionally, embrace different perspectives, and never work in silos
• Resourcefulness & problem-solving: you find creative solutions and help others do the same
• Emotional intelligence: you navigate different personalities, stay calm under pressure, and bring people together
• Curiosity & initiative: you ask good questions, seek to understand, and anticipate the next step
• Comfort with website & analytics: you're curious about measurement and focused on producing measurable results

Why Join Us?

Our Culture We're driven by a simple belief: Good enough is not enough. We're bold, collaborative, and human-centered. We value curiosity, integrity, resourcefulness, and teams that work like pirates—creative, fearless, and committed to the mission. Here, you'll work with people who genuinely respect each other and bring their full selves to the table.

Team TBWA is an integrated agency team (IAT) covering a wide spectrum of marketing specialties, custom-built by Omnicom for the U.S. Army. There is a core group of agencies, each with its own expertise and it's what makes working on the US Army account like no other.

Your Growth This is a launchpad role. You'll develop hands-on expertise in campaign strategy, project management, and client relations—skills that lead directly to coordinator, manager, and senior leadership roles in the agency world. You'll have mentorship built in and real opportunities to own projects and drive impact.

Location

Given the nature of our team and the client assigned to this role, we are only considering candidates that currently live in or wish to relocate to Chicago in the near future (first 60 days of employment).

The annual salary range for this role is $70,000 - $76,000 and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic location and experience. Other compensation includes relocation costs, if applicable.

Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock purchase, vacation, sick and personal days. Also, you will be eligible (approximately thirty days after you commence employment) to participate in all disability, life, travel insurance plans and programs, retirement plans subject to the terms and conditions of such benefit plans.