Senior Account Executive

As a Senior Account Executive at CLYDE, your main responsibilities include developing communication strategies, managing multiple client accounts, leading client calls, and ensuring quality deliverables. You'll collaborate with internal teams and support junior staff while keeping an eye on industry trends to proactively address client needs.

To become a Senior Account Executive at CLYDE, you should have 3-5 years of political communications experience. Strong writing skills, familiarity with AP Style, and understanding digital marketing, including SEO, are essential. Candidates should also be comfortable with social media tools and exhibit excellent communication skills.

CLYDE is committed to your professional growth as a Senior Account Executive. You will participate in various training and development opportunities, mentor junior team members, and engage in staff meetings. Collaboration with seasoned professionals and participation in the management of our Fellowship program is also part of the enriching environment here.

Success as a Senior Account Executive at CLYDE demands excellent communication and writing skills, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Additionally, a deep understanding of digital marketing, media pitching, and client relationship management is crucial for this role.

The salary range for the Senior Account Executive position at CLYDE is between $62,800 and $86,600, reflecting the value we place on experience and the expertise you will bring to the team.

Highlight your history of crafting strong relationships with clients, mentioning specific instances where your proactive communication or strategic insights benefited them. Demonstrate how you’ve identified client needs and taken initiative to suggest solutions.

Share your methods for prioritization, such as utilizing project management tools or weekly planning sessions. Emphasize your ability to remain organized and responsive to changing client demands while ensuring high-quality output.

Discuss your approach to campaign development, including research, client input, and how you leverage team collaboration. Provide examples of successful campaigns you've led, highlighting the methods you used to align messages with client goals.

Explain your practices for staying informed, such as following industry news, participating in webinars, or engaging in professional organizations. Share how this knowledge has positively impacted your work.

Narrate a specific challenge involving client communication or project execution, detailing your problem-solving process and the outcome. Highlight the skills you demonstrated, such as diplomacy, strategic thinking, or leadership.

Discuss the importance of leading by example, mentoring junior team members, and fostering collaboration. Share your experiences in building team morale and enhancing communication channels.

Talk about your methods for evaluating communication strategies through metrics like engagement rates, feedback from clients, and campaign outcomes. Emphasize the importance of continuous improvement based on these assessments.

Mention specific project management or communication tools (like Trello, Slack, or Google Workspace) that you find effective. Explain why you prefer these tools and how they enhance your productivity.

Provide an example of when you offered feedback, ensuring you harnessed a tactful approach. Focus on the importance of creating a supportive environment and how this experience contributed to team growth.

Articulate your enthusiasm for the mission of CLYDE, mentioning the agency's innovative approach and dedication to making a difference. Discuss how your skills and values align with the company’s goals.