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Austin Delk

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Driven Senior Account Director with several years of experience developing and implementing successful strategic initiatives, cultivating long-term client relationships, and leading high-performing teams. Adept at understanding client needs, negotiating contracts, and exceeding revenue targets.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Account Director

Dagger
Atlanta, GA
08.2023 - Current
  • Account leader for a $9 million book of business, including clients such as Vredestein Tires, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Aflac, The Atlanta Sports Council, Rent, and Jack’s Family Restaurant.
  • Led client strategy sessions to align marketing efforts with business goals.
  • Developed comprehensive marketing plans tailored to client needs.
  • Collaborated with creative teams to ensure brand consistency across campaigns.
  • Analyzed market trends to provide insightful recommendations to clients.
  • Managed budgets for multiple accounts while meeting or exceeding performance objectives.
  • Directed the day-to-day activities of account teams, including setting goals, monitoring progress, and providing feedback.

Director of Project Management

Dagger
Atlanta, GA
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Managed a team of seven project managers charged with leading the planning, tracking, and execution of projects for clients such as Aflac, Vraylar, Allē, Buffalo Wild Wings, Krystal, Juvederm, Interface, and the Boys and Girls Club of America.
  • Owned or assisted in the development of bespoke processes as the Dagger team grew. Some examples include new AM/PM roles and responsibilities, an updated resourcing process, and an enhanced approach to financial tracking and reporting across the agency.
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement project plans.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope and requirements.
  • Managed resource allocation and budget planning for multiple projects.
  • Oversaw risk management processes to identify potential project issues.
  • Mentored junior project managers in best practices and methodologies.

Program Director

Dagger
Atlanta, GA
03.2020 - 11.2021
  • Managed website design and development projects for Aflac, Allē, Vraylar, the Metro Atlanta Chamber, and SpoonfulOne.
  • Led program development and implementation for diverse client initiatives.
  • Coordinated resources and budgets to optimize program efficiency and effectiveness.

Project Manager

Huge
Atlanta, GA
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed digital product project teams for a $3 million portfolio of projects for clients Ruth’s Chris, Lowe’s, the Walmart Media Group, and HomeAdvisor.
  • Projects included website and app redesigns, custom digital kiosk experiences, customer data platform builds, website maintenance retainers, and brand marketing campaigns.
  • Managed and led the scoping process for both organic project opportunities, as well as new business opportunities, across the Atlanta, D.C., and New York offices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
12-2014

Certification

  • AAAA Institute of Advanced Advertising Studies Atlanta, Georgia • Certificate in Marketing

Timeline

Senior Account Director

Dagger
08.2023 - Current

Director of Project Management

Dagger
11.2021 - 08.2023

Program Director

Dagger
03.2020 - 11.2021

Project Manager

Huge
07.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Georgia Institute of Technology
Austin Delk