Direct Account Manager Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

The Account Manager is a core driver of client success at The Moran Group. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, execution, and relationshipssomeone who can move quickly between topics, keep details straight, and serve as a trusted extension of both the client and the Account Director.

Account Managers act as the connective tissue between clients and internal teams. You'll help translate client goals into clear plans, manage complex workflows, analyze performance, and ensure nothing falls through the cracksall while maintaining a high standard of service and professionalism.

Candidates must have a minimum of 18 months of full-time agency experience and proven client service experience.

• You are often the day-to-day face of the agency to the client
• Your organization and follow-through directly impact client trust and results
• You help turn strategy into actionon time and on budget
• You support Account Directors while independently owning key responsibilities

Client Communication & Relationship Management

• Serve as a primary liaison between clients and internal agency teams
• Manage day-to-day client communication with clarity, confidence, and professionalism
• Anticipate client needs and proactively raise questions, risks, or opportunities

Project & Workflow Management

• Oversee broadcast and digital projects from kickoff through launch
• Request, review, proof, and coordinate approvals across creative, media, and production teams
• Manage trafficking, timelines, and deliverables to ensure flawless execution

Meeting Preparation & Leadership

• Prepare clear, well-organized client presentations aligned to a defined agenda
• Confidently present materials to clients, with or without an Account Director present
• Capture, distribute, and manage meeting notes, action items, and follow-ups

Performance & Results

• Review, analyze, and communicate campaign results
• Translate data into insights and recommendations, often within client-facing presentations
• Use performance data to inform next steps and strategic decisions

Media, Offers & Compliance

• Assist with budget management, including digital budgets, co-op, estimates, and reporting
• Coordinate legal and offer approvals, including disclaimers, FTC guidelines, and state regulations

Research, Analysis & Strategic Support

• Conduct data analysis and research to support strategy and planning
• Jump between projects and subject areas efficiently without losing attention to detail

Task, Deadline & Team Management

• Manage multiple projects with overlapping deadlines
• Maintain strong organizational systems to track tasks, timelines, and approvals
• Participate in training and support team development across roles

Required

• Minimum of 18 months full-time experience in an advertising agency
• Proven client service experience
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Strategic thinker who can also execute
• Ability to shift quickly between topics, priorities, and clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfort working with data, reports, and presentations
• Team-oriented, conscientious, and accountable

Preferred

• Experience with both traditional and digital media
• Familiarity with budgets, co-op programs, and performance reporting

• Generous, flexible paid time off
• Competitive compensation
• Paid training and ongoing development
• 401(k) with company match
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account and additional benefits

The Moran Group is a fully integrated advertising agency with more than 40 years of experience helping clients grow and lead in their markets. We manage everything in-housefrom strategy and media to creative and productionallowing our teams to do thoughtful, connected work that delivers real results.

If you're detail-oriented, strategically minded, fast on your feet, and deeply committed to excellent client service, this role offers meaningful responsibility, growth, and impact.