CoLab is a fully integrated, cross-discipline team that provides best-in-class services in a fluid and modular way. With our clients at the center, we create brand movement at the speed of people’s lives by connecting real-time data with world-class creative, content, and media in service of growth and Return on investment. 

CoLab is a “power of one” solution, encompassing data, media, and production. By drawing from across the vast Publicis Groupe network, we are uniquely positioned to deliver innovation and specialized skills to our clients, as well as enriching opportunities and inclusive benefits to our employees. We pride ourselves on combining the atmosphere of a startup company with the stability and experience of a global leader.

We’re searching for a Freelance Vice President, Account Director who will manage the client relationship, partner with senior leadership on high-level strategy and use their deep web knowledge to ensure strategic deliverables.  

Tasks and responsibilities include:  

• Manage day-to-day client relationship including articulating our view on digital business philosophies  
• Sell new project ideas that align with customer and brand goals  
• Support new business initiatives  
• Take ownership of the financials for clients including forecasts, budgets and investments  
• Align business with the appropriate staff  
• Have broad understanding of client’s Industry and customer needs  
• Deliver strategic client presentations and recommendations  
• Develop team members by coaching, training and identifying areas for growth  Provides direct and consistent feedback on an ongoing basis, encouraging others to learn from mistakes  
• Partners with clients and capability partners to build active brands  
• Inspires client with strong storytelling skills  
• Provides deliverables within agreed upon deadlines  
• Partners with clients and operations team to ensure mutual understanding of and agreement to key financial responsibilities  

• Four-year degree  
• 10-12 years’ experience  
• 4 years of leadership experience in integrated marketing programs and client relationship management with a Print, TV, and Digital scope!  
• Creative agency experience desired  
• Effective presentation, training and client-facing skills  
• In depth communication and written skills  
• Strong analytic and strategic abilities  
• Candidate must be open to travel as needed  

CoLab is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.