Account Manager
About AKG
Welcome to AKG Creative, where innovation meets creativity in the digital world. As a leading force in the creative industry, our team is dedicated to driving growth and achieving excellence. At the heart of AKG Creative is our unwavering commitment to a shared vision: propelling our clients' brands to unparalleled heights with exceptional service.
We're not just a team; we're a community united by our passion for creativity and success. Our expertise spans a wide array of services, including Podcast Rental Spaces, Video Production, Branding and Packaging, Local Marketing, Social Media Management, Website Design, and E-commerce Solutions. We pride ourselves on being a comprehensive creative hub, catering to a diverse clientele from local artisans to global e-commerce giants.
Embracing innovative and tailored marketing strategies, we strive to meet the unique needs of each client with bold and disruptive solutions. Our approach goes beyond traditional methods, focusing on local lead generation, enhancing online visibility, and equipping brands with the latest in e-commerce strategies.
At AKG Creative, we believe in investing in our team's growth and happiness. We foster an environment that encourages learning, growth, and fulfillment in both professional and personal realms. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic family that values your career progression as much as your well-being.
As we forge ahead, embracing new challenges and opportunities, we're on the lookout for passionate, creative, and driven individuals to join our journey. If you're eager to contribute to a team that's redefining excellence in the creative industry, AKG Creative is where your next great adventure awaits.
Account Manager
In the vital role of Account Manager, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring our clients' satisfaction and loyalty. Your primary focus will be on maintaining positive client relationships, driving account growth, and providing exceptional solutions that support their business objectives.
Benefits:
- Access to comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans (applicable to US residents).
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
- Paid US Holidays.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within the company.
- A collaborative, innovative work environment that prioritizes creativity and results.
More Information:
- This position is remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere.
- Work hours: 9AM to 6PM EST, Monday to Friday.
- Employment type: 1099 contractor.
Project Manager
Our ideal candidate will be creative, proficient with internet posting, understand and have experience in marketing and sales techniques, enjoy keeping up with innovative marketing practices, and be a self-motivated team player who can also work autonomously.
Duties
A project manager will primarily handle execution and implementation of company marketing material, internet posting, and support the visual, branding, navigational and marketing needs of clients assigned to him/her. The project manager will:
- Prepare written documentation for marketing by gathering information and materials from clients
- Plan concepts by studying information and competitors
- Handle phone calls, attend meetings with upper management and clients, and work directly with senior project managers
- Solve business problems and support business infrastructure for internal clients
- Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
- Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
- Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
- Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
- Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company.
- Determine and assess the need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments if necessary during the project cycle.
- Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
- Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
- Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Currently enrolled in a 4-Year Collegiate Institution (Preferred)
GPA of 3.0 or higher (Preferred)
Eligibility to work permanently in the US
Experience in working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
Position Detailed Skill-Set
The candidate must have a solid grasp of Microsoft Office, Google Applications, and the ability to travel. The candidate must have the ability to prioritize work and juggle multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Troubleshooting skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
Preferred Skills
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is ideal. Proficiency with social networking, blogging, and online event posting sites is also ideal. The ability to work on multiple platforms (Mac OSX & Windows) is preferred.
Executive Assistant
Our ideal candidate will be creative, proficient with internet posting, understand and have experience in marketing and sales techniques, enjoy keeping up with innovative marketing practices, and be a self-motivated team player who can also work autonomously.
Duties
The executive assistant will primarily manage and organize the operational spaces, social media accounts, vendors, and support the leadership team.
- Answer telephone(s) and transfer relevant calls to appropriate staff members.
- Meet and greet clients, vendors, and visitors.
- Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.
- Sign for and distribute UPS/FedEx/DHL or similarly delivered packages.
- Perform general clerical duties to include but are not limited to: bookkeeping, payroll, photocopying, faxing, and mailing.
- File and retrieve organizational documents, records, and reports.
- Coordinate and maintain hard copy and electronic filing system for organizing documents, records, and reports.
- Coordinate and direct office services such as records, budget preparation, personnel, and housekeeping.
- Create and modify documents such as invoices, proposals, contracts, reports, memos, letters, and financial statements using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or other presentation software such as Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, or other programs.
- May conduct research, compile data and prepare written documentation for consideration and presentation to staff and Management/Executives.
- Setup and coordinate meetings and conferences.
- Prepare agendas and make arrangements for committee, Board, or other meetings.
- Make travel arrangements for staff, board, and volunteers.
- Collect and maintain inventory of office equipment, furniture, and supplies.
- Support staff in assigned project-based work.
- May supervise volunteers and other support personnel.
- Coordinate and maintain records for staff office space, phones, parking, company credit and/or debit cards, and office keys.
- Maintain and distribute staff weekly schedules.
- Other duties as assigned by Management/Executives
Additional Responsibilities
Participate in marketing/special events such as seminars, trade shows, fundraising activities, and telemarketing events. Follow-up for collection of payment. Coordinate shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise and services. Provide on-the-job training and/or office orientation for new employees.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Bachelors Degree from a 4-Year Institution (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Good writing, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, planning, records management and general administration.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers, telephone systems, typewriters, calculators, copiers, and facsimile machines.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Position Detailed Skill-Set
The candidate must have a solid grasp of Microsoft Office, Google Applications, and the ability to travel. The candidate must have the ability to prioritize work and juggle multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Troubleshooting skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
Preferred Skills
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite in addition to proficiency with social networking, blogging, and online event posting sites is ideal. The ability to work on multiple platforms (Mac OSX & Windows) is preferred.