Junior Account Executive

Company Overview

We are Rapport, an Out of Home - OOH - media agency and we're known for the strength of our relationships. Rewarding Connections is at the heart of everything we do. It's all about collaborative and successful partnerships and a passion to deliver valuable results. As OOH becomes more engaging, interactive, and content-driven, we're here to guide advertisers and agencies through the evolving media landscape. Please visit Rapport’s website for more information. Rapport is a member of the constellation of companies within Mediabrands and is wholly owned by Interpublic (NYSE:IPG)

 

Position Summary

The Junior Account Executive will assist and support the operations of the Account Management team, specifically the Account Executives, Senior Account Executives, and Managers on a daily basis. Qualified candidates must have an eagerness to learn and develop a good understanding of the overall sector and industry.

 

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist account managers with pulling together proposals and become proficient with Rapport planning processes and tools to deliver on client objectives

· Develop proficiency in key media measurement tools (ie. Geopath) to deliver effective campaigns and fulfill client needs

· Gather production specs, issue posting instructions, and put together proof of performance documents

· Build an understanding of the financial/operations framework to effectively work with the finance team on billing requests

· Attend weekly vendor meetings and become an expert on all OOH formats currently available

· Begin building relationships with agency and vendor partners, including scheduling calls and meetings

· Be knowledgeable of all Mediabrands Specialty Business Units (SBUs) and their specific area of expertise

 

Required Skills & Experience:

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word

 

Desired Skills & Experience:

· 0 to 1 years’ experience within media or related fields preferred

· Associate degree or work-related experience

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a readiness to work in a collaborative environment

· Strong organizational and time management skills

· Superior attention to detail and quantitative skills

· Eagerness to learn and receptive to constructive feedback

 

We See You  

At IPG Mediabrands, we are unified behind a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Together, we shine through a set of shared values and behaviors. We take pride in our responsibility to our clients, communities, and to each other. We embrace differences and recognize the unique value that each of us brings to our community.  

We encourage you to apply, as unique backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are welcomed.   

We See You at IPG Mediabrands. 

Wage and Benefits

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days. 

We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award. 

The salary range for this position is posted below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.   

Employment Transparency

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis proh