​Associate Director, Accounts

Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Wasserman Next Gen connects brands with the next generation of consumers. From high school to college and into young adult life, the team takes an audience-first approach, using unrivaled access to understand the passions and interests of these consumers, generate ideas that resonate, and deliver hyperlocal, culturally relevant engagement at scale. Wasserman Next Gen’s integrated approach allows clients to understand and engage with Gen Z and Millennial consumers through custom research, peer-to-peer, social and digital, experiential, media, and community integration strategies.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com.

Job Overview: 

We are looking for an Associate Director, Accounts to join our rapidly growing team of college and youth marketing enthusiasts. As an Associate Director, Accounts, you will actively contribute to the success of client projects, playing a key role in all disciplines from strategic development to execution.  

We are looking for an Associate Director, Accounts to join our rapidly growing team of college and youth marketing enthusiasts. As an Associate Director, Accounts, you will actively contribute to the success of client projects, playing a key role in all disciplines from strategic development to execution. 

The specific account tied to this role is a global program focused on the following markets: US, India, Brazil, and Germany. Please note in your resume and cover letter any experience you have regarding these markets, proficiency in the social/creator space, and if you speak an additional language to English. For Brazil, we're specifically looking for Portuguese speaking candidates.

This is a fixed-term role currently approved through December 31, 2026, with a strong likelihood of extension beyond that date based on business needs and performance.

What You'll Do: 

• Exceptional understanding of each client’s business, marketing goals, and program objectives 

• Apply marketing savvy and strategic thinking to solve unique business challenges for our clients  

• Effortlessly partner and work cross-functionally with Wass Next Gen Client Services, Production, Digital, and University Relations teams to develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns  

• Manage daily workflow and serve as the primary, day-to-day point of contact for clients 

• Provide comprehensive reporting that clearly demonstrates program performance relative to campaign objectives 

• Mentor direct reports to create best in class team. This includes, but not exclusive to, aligning on role clarify, professional development, goal setting and creating opportunities to grow within existing work 

• Build and manage project-based budgets to achieve target profitability and ensure an efficient use of resources 

• Identify areas of opportunity/organic growth within existing account base through real-time assessment of program performance, consumer insights and feedback, and regular dialogue with client contacts 

• Compile relevant qualitative and quantitative progr