Account Manager - Internal Automotive Events

Experience Without Limits. Come shape the future of brand experience. At Jack Morton, we create and build head‑turning, smile‑inducing, impact‑driving brand experiences. We exist to redefine what experiential can achieve and help clients unlock the full value of experiences. That takes a team that’s bold, curious, and acts as one — building on ideas, pushing boundaries, and showing up for each other. Here, you’ll do your best work, grow fast, and collaborate across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life. This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and we win together. Ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the people behind it. **must be able to work hybrid in the Detroit office 3 days/week** must have the ability to travel as needed for events Jack Morton is seeking a passionate and creative Account Manager (internal events for the automotive industry) to join our Detroit office. The Account Manager is responsible for maintaining positive relationships with key client contacts as well as all internal teams. The primary focus is to manage the day‑to‑day client relationship, acting as the “point person” to ensure that all projects and services are delivered according to specifications, on time and within budget. The Account Manager oversees team project/program execution, acts as a source of information for and provides direction to cross‑discipline teams. Here’s The Job Work across internal departments to ensure seamless program integration, including strategy & planning, creative, production, and agency systems. Cultivate relationships with key client contacts and partners (multiple agencies & partnerships). Coordinate and collaborate with agency partners to help facilitate integrated solutions that leverage agency offerings and drive the client’s brand experience results. Manage project teams and the implementation of internal events and promotional initiatives. Understand and work within client’s operations/processes as needed to ensure effective and timely reviews and approvals. Understand all divisional projects in effort to ensure brand alignment and efficiencies. Guide measurement approaches as a basis for evaluating results. Ensure clear communication to the client regarding scope, budget, schedules, and project status/action items. How You Should Be Wired You say “yes” more than “no.” You demonstrate a strong ability to manage multiple assignments at one time. You’re comfortable in front of clients and confident in your role. You’re a team player who is strong at collaboration and always willing to support others. You are highly organized, with a keen eye for detail. How You Can Support Our Culture You enjoy and succeed at working REALLY well with others. You support and contribute to a positive and productive cultural environment. Demonstrates an understanding of the value of creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. What We Require 4+ years of marketing agency experience; hands‑on experience in events highly preferred. Must have organizational, project management and communication skills and the ability to multi‑task and manage a number of key initiatives simultaneously. Must have previously demonstrated the ability to build and maintain key relationships, alliances and partnerships with a variety of participants and facilitate a variety of communications and projects on behalf of the stakeholders involved. Willing to travel (up to 20%) and work weekends if needed. Experience in sponsorship and contract negotiations and working with partners on marketing properties a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jack Morton Worldwide