Business Manager; Account Executive

Business Manager

Mekanism is a full‑service modern agency making unexpected ideas unstoppable through the power of Soul & Science. We partner with brands to unleash breakthrough creativity and drive impact across the entire customer journey, delivering brand building at full volume.

The Mekanism Business Manager is a self‑assured, collaborative, creative‑oriented, problem‑solver. We are on the front lines of managing and sustaining current agency relationships and projects.

• Creative Development
  • Able to own and manage particular elements of a campaign (digital, print/OOH and video, etc.) from start to finish, partnering daily with creatives and ensuring work aligns with Client’s business objectives and timelines.
  • Partner with Project Management and Business Supervisors & Directors to develop and maintain all project timelines.
  • Able to own and run effective internal meetings from beginning to end.
• Social Savvy
  • Able to manage social projects with confidence and understanding of the platforms and social best practices.
  • Has a track record of working socially led projects and understands the fast‑paced nature of the work.
• Production Oversight
  • Partner with the entire internal team (including creative, production, project management, and brand management) to drive small‑medium sized productions.
  • Includes owning key client approvals, budget and schedule management.
• Support Financial Organization & Budgets
  • Manage and collate financial reports in partnership with Finance for key clients.
  • Management and tracking of Client budgets and scope.
  • Request and manage all job numbers for respective accounts.
  • The Business Manager is expected to own the detail of all things.
• Account Administration
  • Organize meetings and calls internally and externally, including agenda beforehand and recap within 24 business hours.
  • Manage client and internal status reports.
  • Arrange travel for agency meetings.
  • Help lead competitive analysis decks and keep the team updated with relevant category information.
  • Provide administrative support for the team as needed.
  • Learn to use all creative, presentation, and other programs currently in use by Mekanism.
• Embody the Mekanism Values
  • Believe in bold
  • Bring your weird
  • Practice optimism
  • Have each other’s backs
  • Pursue what’s next
  • Give a sht

• You must love solving problems & delivering modern creative.
• You see opportunity everywhere.
• You have the right balance of IQ and EQ.
• You have a passion for marketing, production and relationship management.
• You have a 10,000 foot view but can lean in to help solve day‑to‑day problems.
• You have experience working on large brands & integrated campaigns across various media channels.
• No challenge is too daunting. You might not know how to do it but you figure it out or raise your hand with options.

$70,000 - $72,000 (full‑time, United States)

Entry level

Full‑time

Sales and Business Development

Advertising Services