Company Description At Publicis Production, we’re the first intelligent content company within Publicis Groupe’s Intelligent Creativity business. We bring ideas to life through craft, technology, and data – delivering integrated campaigns that make an impact. By combining 100 years of craft excellence with 6,000 experts across 52 locations of the world’s biggest studio network, we leverage the industry’s richest data, through the power of agentic AI, to radically redefine content production with Intelligent Content. In ANZ, our team of 100+ experts is shaping the future of creative and content production. Overview We’re looking for an experienced Account Director to join our tight-knit national team on a 9‑month contract. This senior, client‑facing role requires leading key accounts, driving integrated campaigns, and building trusted partnerships that deliver measurable results. As Account Director, you’ll strategically lead major client relationships and steer projects from briefing through to delivery across TV, film, digital, social, print, and OOH, ensuring work is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard. You’ll champion operational excellence and foster a collaborative, people‑first culture. This contract role is open to candidates based in Sydney or Melbourne. What You’ll Do Serve as the senior point of contact for client stakeholders, providing strategic counsel and campaign expertise. Lead client briefing processes and ensure clarity, alignment, and strategic focus. Build strong, trusted partnerships through proactive communication and consistent delivery. Identify opportunities for account growth, including new services and campaign extensions. Oversee end‑to‑end project delivery across integrated campaigns – scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and resourcing. Collaborate with producers, creatives, and studio teams to maintain creative integrity. Manage account financials, including budgets, forecasts, and profitability targets. Mentor and lead an Account Manager and cross‑functional teams, fostering growth and high performance. Champion a positive, solutions‑focused culture that values craft, diversity, and continuous improvement. Play a key role in client pitches and planning responses. What We’re Looking For Proven experience in a senior client‑service role within creative, content, or production agencies. Strong business acumen and ability to manage account financials and profitability. Expertise in delivering integrated campaigns across multiple channels. Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills. Ability to lead teams, inspire collaboration, and drive operational excellence. Skilled in identifying growth opportunities and converting them into tangible results. Knowledge of industry‑standard planning tools and processes. A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with a passion for creativity and innovation. Valid Australian unlimited working rights. What We Will Offer You A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing. A creative, lively and rewarding office environment with flexibility to work within the Publicis Liberté approach. Access to our Global AI Platform, Marcel, for career mobility and collaboration across our network. Extensive Learning & Development opportunities via over 15,000 learning programs on Marcel Classes. A culture of open feedback and support through Career Conversations. A committed Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy with multiple programs. Work Your World program enabling flexibility to work from anywhere in the world up to 6 weeks per year. Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks paid primary carer leave and generous secondary carer benefits. Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, a digital wellbeing platform. EEO & Diversity Statement We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via – your personal information will be kept confidential. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people; regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr