An advertising account executive acts as the link between the advertising agency and the client. They liaise with the clients and manage the whole advertising campaign.
You could be:
The figures below are only a guide. Actual salaries may vary, depending on:
Starting salaries for graduates may range from £20,000 to £25,000 a year. With experience this can rise to between £30,000 and £40,000. High earners at account director level may earn £65,000 a year and above.
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There are several ways to get a job as an advertising account executive.
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You should be:
You should also have:
There are many different types of advertising agencies, but they generally fall into one of two categories:
Some agencies, referred to as integrated or full service, offer a range of both types of services.
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The following organisations may be able to provide further information.
Institute of Practitioners in Advertising
Tel: 0131 555 7588
Website:
http://www.ipa.co.uk/
Twitter:
@The_IPA
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/theipa
ScreenSkills
Tel: 020 7713 9800
E-mail:
info@screenskills.com
Website:
https://www.screenskills.com
Twitter:
@UKScreenSkills
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/UKScreenSkills
ScreenSkills (formerly Creative Skillset) works with the UK’s screen-based creative media industries to develop skills and talent from classroom to boardroom.