Digital Marketing Account Manager (HYBRID)

Digital Marketing Account Manager: Chicago IL– C-4 Analytics

The ideal candidate understands the benefits of in-person teamwork and is available to work from our office a minimum of three days per week

C-4 Analytics is a fast-growing private full-service digital marketing company that excels at helping automotive dealerships increase sales increase market share and lower cost per acquisition. C-4 Analytics is committed to developing innovative solutions for every dealer in every market and to providing the highest levels of accountability and customer service. We are currently hiring for a Digital Marketing Account Manager: Chicago IL as we look to expand our team and support our growing roster of local and national clients.

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Who We're Looking For: Digital Marketing Account Manager: Chicago IL

We’re looking for a high-impact client-facing Account Manager to serve as the dedicated advocate and primary point of contact for a portfolio of C-4 Analytics' key clients. This isn’t a passive coordination role; it’s a proactive holistic management position where you take full ownership of translating complex business objectives into winning digital marketing programs. You’ll be expected to master our core services and articulate their value with authority acting as the strategic bridge between client goals and technical execution.

You’ll operate at the center of the action driving comprehensive strategies and managing high-stakes campaign tasks across every internal department—from Paid Search and Creative to Content Local and Social Media. This role requires a "do-the-work" mentality to ensure every moving part is synchronized and every campaign is delivered with precision. If you’re a natural relationship-builder who thrives on connecting the dots between client vision and digital performance you’ll do well here.

A day in the life of a Digital Marketing Account Manager: Chicago IL

• Portfolio & Relationship Management: Serve as the primary advocate and day-to-day contact for a portfolio of 12+ "rooftops" proactively managing client satisfaction and performance to ensure maximum retention.
• Strategic Execution & Optimization: Own the full campaign lifecycle—from initial strategy and pitch to setup and execution—across Paid Search Social and Web while conducting regular platform checks to ensure optimal performance.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize Google Analytics and Google Ads to analyze traffic pitch optimizations and deliver comprehensive monthly reports that translate complex data into compelling narratives.
• Cross-Functional & Third-Party Coordination: Lead internal teams (Creative Content Paid Search) and external vendors to ensure timely implementation of strategies and rigorous task tracking within JIRA.
• Communication & Presentation: Lead weekly client update meetings and maintain professional timely communication to keep stakeholders informed on progress and campaign health.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Ensure all marketing assets meet brand standards maintain regulatory compliance and receive formal client approval prior to launch.
• Operational Agility: Handle additional duties as assigned and travel as necessary to support client needs and business objectives.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Must-Haves

• 3 plus years of Digital Marketing Account Management or direct Client-Facing experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Marketing Communications a related degree or equivalent relevant industry experience
• All different levels of technical digital acumen are welcome (and encouraged!) to apply
• Strong presentation skills –ability to demonstrate value to clients and serve as a trusted digital advisor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – ability to write professional emails to clients and third parties
• Demonstrated time management and project management skills
• A positive attitude that resonates throughout your team and the company
• Demonstrated familiarity with Google products (Gmail Docs Slides Drive) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) products

Nice-To-Haves

• 2-plus years' experience building multi-faceted digital marketing campaigns including SEO SEM PPC Social and email marketing services
• Google Analytics & Ads Certifications
• Experience using a project management tool preferably JIRA
• Experience working with or in the automotive industry

Compensation:

Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $60000.00 - $75000.00.The final salary will be determined based on factors such as skills knowledge and demonstrated expertise.

Please note that the stated salary range is flexible and negotiable based on individual qualifications and fit for the role. We encourage candidates to discuss their salary expectations during the interview process.

Flexibility:

We have a strong preference for this position to reside in our Chicago IL office. The Digital Marketing Account Manager may benefit from the flexibility to work in a way that suits them best. We offer the following working options:

• Office-Based: Our modern and well-equipped office space provides a collaborative environment where you can work closely with your team engage in face-to-face interactions and foster a sense of community.
• Hybrid: For those who prefer a balance between office and remote work we offer a hybrid model. This allows you to divide your time between working in the office and remotely providing the best of both worlds.
• Remote: We understand that some individuals thrive in a remote working setup. As such we support remote work arrangements allowing you to work from the comfort of your own home or any location that enhances your productivity.
• We place a high value on local candidates. We are open to considering individuals who we believe have exceptional experience for remote opportunities. Even if you do not meet every qualification we encourage you to apply.

Working at C-4 Analytics

We provide our employees with a range of benefits including career development programs unlimited paid time off and additional perks. All are welcome to visit our careers and culture page for more details. 

What our Employees Say:

Want to know what makes working at C-4 Analytics so rewarding? Take it from the true experts: our current teammates. Recent surveys about our workplace and culture suggest that our staff loves: 

• The People: It's not just a cliché; we have the best hungriest and smartest team in the business.
• The Culture: Teamwork. Camaraderie. Perseverance. We hire for these traits and it shows.
• The Growth: We place a real emphasis on training development and career planning.
• The Trust: Our managers empower their people and teams to thrive in their own ways.
• The Challenge: We work in a competitive industry and a dynamic field. You'll never be bored!

In-Office Perks

• Accelerated Growth via Osmosis and Coaching: Learn sales strategies and industry knowledge naturally by hearing colleagues handle calls and receive instant feedback and hands-on guidance from your manager and colleagues during in-person weekly one-on-ones.
• Boosted Visibility and Networking: Build strong connections with your team leaders and mentors increasing your visibility within the organization which can lead to more opportunities for career advancement.
• Soft Skills Mastery: Develop crucial soft skills in a group setting such as communication problem-solving and teamwork which are essential for long-term professional success.
• Knowledge Transfer and Expertise: Benefit from informal knowledge sharing and mentorship ensuring constant access to the information and guidance needed to become an expert in the automotive world.
• Spark Innovation and Collaboration: Physical proximity facilitates spontaneous discussions and brainstorming sessions that spark innovative and creative solutions to problems.
• Enjoy Daily Perks and Wellness: Fuel your day with cold brew on tap free beverages and a stocked snack pantry. Additionally enjoy free weekly lunch and monthly wellness events like Yoga and Paint & Sip.
• Structured Work-Life Balance: Our Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm schedule helps you separate work from home reducing the risk of burnout.

More About C-4 Analytics

C-4 Analytics takes the guesswork out of advertising. We don’t over-promise: we over-deliver. We provide real value to our clients because we really value them as partners. We love Google and Facebook but also love Instagram and Bing. We innovate educate and instigate. We are forward-thinking but we learn from the past. We are results-driven and our strategies drive results. We love the practical applications of psychology to marketing but we aren’t above a good practical joke. We are team players but we love to crush our competitors. We create an environment of respect and we respect the environment. We are the brains and the good looks. We are very humble. We are nerds but cool likable nerds. We are never gonna give you up. Never gonna let you down. We are all work and all play. We calculated that only 15.8% of visitors who started this paragraph would actually read this far down. We are C-4 Analytics.

What We Do

We are C-4 Analytics. We amplify every client's digital presence. We deploy cutting-edge impactful campaigns. We drive customers to purchase moments. We tangibly impact our clients’ revenues. We do this for every client every month.