Account Strategist, Hospitality & Tourism

85SIXTY is a dynamic and innovative digital consultancy based in San Diego, California, with a proven track record of over 15 years in helping brands transform the way they reach, engage, and acquire customers. Founded in 2010 by an expert with a background in retail and eCommerce, 85SIXTY specializes in blending data, technology, cross-channel strategies, and creative thinking to offer integrated marketing solutions. As a full-service digital consultancy, the company acts as a strategic partner that not only devises vision-driven strategies but also executes them effectively to drive financial, operational, and strategic growth for its clients. With a consultative, high-touch approach, 85SIXTY simplifies complex marketing challenges into actionable, measurable results, helping a diverse range of forward-thinking brands achieve substantial business impact.

The role offered is for an Account Strategist focused on the hospitality and tourism industry, operating in a hybrid work environment with offices located in San Diego, California. The position involves being the key contact between clients and multiple internal teams, responsible for leading client relationships and overseeing the development and execution of performance media strategies. This role requires a strategic yet hands-on leader who can manage and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across various digital marketing channels including paid media, social activations, creative development, analytics, and search engine optimization. The Account Strategist will leverage their expertise to drive campaign alignment with client business objectives and to translate data insights into meaningful business results.

Key responsibilities include managing client communications, orchestrating integrated marketing programs, defining KPIs, overseeing budgets and billing, and ensuring quality deliverables that remain on brand. This role also requires proficiency in digital performance marketing, particularly in paid search, paid social, and programmatic campaigns, alongside a strong ability to present complex data insights to clients clearly and persuasively. Additionally, the role demands an ability to build trusted relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, including junior and senior level clients.

The position is compensated with an annual salary range of $90,000 to $100,000, commensurate with the candidate’s experience, knowledge, education, skills, and cost of living factors. The hybrid requirement mandates employees living within 40 miles of the San Diego office to be present at least two days per week, supporting a flexible yet collaborative working environment. 85SIXTY is committed to equal employment opportunities and actively encourages diverse candidates to apply. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, flexible time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development and growth within an innovative digital workspace.

In summary, this Account Strategist role at 85SIXTY offers a blend of strategic leadership, hands-on digital marketing execution, and client management in an exciting industry sector. It is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented professional experienced in hospitality and travel marketing, eager to contribute to impactful digital projects while benefiting from a vibrant and supportive corporate culture.