Senior Communications Account Manager

Job Title :   Senior Communications Account Manager

Location : Charlotte, NC /  Raleigh, NC (Hybrid – days onsite)

Job Type : Contract

Max Pay Rate : $ / hr

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Communications Account Manager with a strong background in creative project management and multi-channel marketing campaigns . This role serves as the bridge between internal business clients and creative teams—crafting strategies, managing campaigns, and ensuring that every message aligns with brand and business goals.

The ideal candidate has + years in marketing communications , preferably in an agency or in-house creative environment , and thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed corporate structure.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of advertising, branding, and marketing communications projects across digital, print, social, and video channels.

Act as the primary liaison between client partners and creative teams (copywriters, designers, digital).

Develop strategic communications plans and creative briefs tied to measurable business goals.

Manage timelines, budgets, and approval workflows for creative deliverables.

Partner with corporate communications, brand, and digital teams to maintain message consistency and brand integrity .

Provide strategic recommendations and reporting on campaign effectiveness.

Serve as secondary crisis communications account manager during storm response periods (– months per year).

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English , or related field.

Minimum years of account management experience in a marketing communications or advertising environment.

Experience leading multi-channel marketing campaigns (digital, print, video, social).

Proven ability to write creative briefs and provide strategic counsel to clients.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and work management systems (, Workamajig).

Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

Experience in energy, utilities, or regulated industries is a plus.

Familiarity with Kanban or Agile principles preferred.

Soft Skills

Strategic and detail-oriented communicator.

Collaborative and confident in cross-functional settings.

Self-starter who can balance multiple projects and deadlines independently.