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Is My Account Director Job Salary Below the Average?10-Jul-19

One of the worst feelings, when you're in a role, is the feeling of being underpaid. Knowing that other people in your field are earning more money can make you feel unappreciated, and it can contribute to a loss of motivation. Compensation and benefits in a role often tell us how we are performing and how we are valued, and when that figure doesn't meet the averages, we can end up feeling as if we have no worth. DNA offers a wide range of Account Director jobs in London across the different marketing disciplines including Client Services, Digital, Social and Content, Experiential and Event...

A day in the life of an Account Director15-Jun-19

When you are working as an Account Director in a creative field like digital marketing and branding, it's impossible to really tell what a typical day will be: there is no such thing as a "typical" day for an account director! This is one of those roles that can change day to day, hence the popularity of Account Director Jobs in London and across the country. The one certainty that you'll encounter as an account director is a need for strong coffee before settling down for the emails of the day! Every day and every week varies between managing existing client relationships and looking for o...

In House Marketing Manager or Agency Account Director Job Role?14-Jun-19

One of the most significant decisions that you will make for your career as an account director is whether you want to work in-house or for an agency. Life varies between the two, and both situations have pros and cons associated with them. When you first look at the roles, they may look very similar, but in reality, there are some important differences that you need to learn about to make your decision. If you are currently job hunting, look not further than the latest Account Director Jobs in London offered by DNA Recruit. The path that you follow the moment you graduate from University i...

How do you Become an Account Director?12-Jun-19

One of the hardest transitions in the creative industry is from the account manager up to the huge shoes of an account director. It's not because the role itself is challenging - the experience level differs by only a couple of years. However, the step up to managing the client accounts of business while mentoring a team at the same time is a big one to take. You'll need to be a multitasker who acts like a swan: smooth and calm on the surface, even when a lot is going on behind the scenes! Before reading further, please view our London based Account Director Jobs if you are a senior account...

Employer branding; never underestimate its importance 21-Dec-18

Attracting the right talent at the right time is an employer’s biggest challenge. With so many talented people out there, how do you attract the candidates that are the right fit for your organisation, and keep them? The simple answer is reputation. Never under-estimate its power. We’re past the point where candidates’ ultimate goal is working for the big, well-known brand agencies in London. Instead, lots of smaller and niche agencies are now in the picture and they’re offering new experiences, fantastic packages and often champion flexible working. It’s no longer just about money and holi...