Careers

Do Work That Matters

At Russell Herder, we love helping great companies and great causes succeed – and we have fun doing it. That attracts an eclectic group of professionals, and it’s why we keep growing. Join us and become part of our ethics-driven team that makes good things happen across the U.S. every day.

BENEFITS

It takes great people to do great work.

We firmly believe business can be a force for good. And the way we do this is just as important as our bottom line. Not many ad agencies are internationally-certified B Corps like we are. It takes focus, hard work and commitment. And we’re always striving for a higher standard and a better outcome for everyone, especially the talented people that work for us.

A Creative Universe

Having an office in International Market Square is special. This iconic location is home to studios, showrooms and eye-popping creativity (plus annual sample sales!). While the atmosphere of downtown Minneapolis is bustling, this historic space is inspiring, and perks like convenient free parking seal the deal!

RH Fridays

Working together in a creative and dynamic environment helps us produce the best work for our clients. But working from home has its benefits too. So, on Fridays, you get to work wherever you want. At home, in the office, by the lakes—it’s totally up to you.

Health

A healthy work/life balance is a basic necessity. To aid your well-being, we offer a comprehensive health and dental plan and provide short-and long-term disability and life insurance at no extra cost to you. In addition, our company-sponsored retirement account is available to all team members for before-or-after-tax contributions.

Flex Time Off

Who wants to juggle PTO tracking? Flex Time Off (FTO) just makes sense. With FTO, time doesn’t accrue or expire. Instead, you take the time you need. FTO is available to all full-time employees after their first year. In your first year, however, we’ll give you 15 days of PTO plus paid company-observed holidays.

OPEN POSITIONS

Join us!

Become a member of a team doing work that matters in Minneapolis, MN. If you combine great talent and skills with strong ethics and drive, you’ll fit right in. Take a look at our openings, below.

Don’t see an open position that matches your skillset?

We’re always on the lookout for top-notch talent, so even if you don’t see a current opening that aligns with your expertise, we’d still love to hear from you.

Send your résumé, along with a nice introduction and note about what kind of position you’re looking for, to:

[email protected]

Office Manager

Interested in doing work that matters? Russell Herder is seeking a self-motivated, experienced office manager to provide administrative support for our team and senior executives in our ad agency. Must possess superior clerical skills, sound judgment, tact, and discretion. You will work independently and collaboratively on administrative matters and be entrusted with highly confidential matters. Responsible for the smooth operation of the office.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the point person for office manager duties including office maintenance, mailing, ordering supplies and equipment, local errands, etc.
High level skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel including graph/chart making
Organizes and maintains appropriate files and protects confidential documents and information
Anticipates requirements or problems which may otherwise disrupt activities and responds to correct such matters
Maintains appointment calendars, phone message center
Arranges for supplies and maintenance service of general office needs
Screens incoming calls and correspondence, responding proactively when possible
Handles guest reception when clients and vendors visit the office
Coordinates client meetings/presentations by arranging for facilities and catering
Assists in preparation of PowerPoint presentations and proposals
Assists Accounting Manager with recurring needs
Assists in preparation of PowerPoint presentations and proposals
Supervises shipping and receiving of packages and all mail and courier services
Maintain the office condition and arrange necessary repairs
Plan in-house or off-site activities, like parties, and celebrations

Qualifications

Minimum five years’ experience as an office manager, front office manager, or administrative assistant
Knowledge of office administrator responsibilities, systems, and procedures
Proficiency in key computer programs such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Hands-on experience with office machines (e.g., printers, internet routers, etc.)
Familiarities with scheduling tools
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment
A creative mind with an ability to suggest improvements

To Apply

Submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and any other materials demonstrating the value that you could provide to Russell Herder and our clients to Carol Russell, CEO: [email protected]

About Russell Herder

Founded 40 years ago, Russell Herder is an award-winning strategic ad agency providing market research, digital marketing, creative development, social media and public relations excellence to our clients. One of only a very few internationally certified B Corporations® in Minnesota, we attract highly skilled talent by offering an excellent work environment and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions that change lives. Our clients include innovative organizations in the finance, healthcare, built environment and nonprofit spaces.

Why Work with Us?

You’ll be a vital part of a growing team where your talent will be appreciated and utilized, your input will be valued, and your skills will be developed. You’ll be a major contributor to the success of a deep variety of fascinating initiatives and have an opportunity to grow with an agency that does superior-quality work that matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Russell Herder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

RH is seeking an onsite Staff Accountant to ensure highly efficient and effective accounting and human resources support. This individual must demonstrate a solid background in agency financial systems, reporting and financial analysis, helping handle project cost accounting, client billing, accounts payable, general accounting functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reports to RH Finance Director on implementing and monitoring accounting procedures
Assists with managing month end close processes, including processing journal entries as needed
Helps with month-end financial reporting accurately and on a timely basis.
Posts vendor invoices to payables system and processes weekly check runs
Updates receivables, addresses client related billing issues with appropriate account director
Helps ensure that billing and back-up released to clients is error free and meets contractual obligations
Provides Finance Director with reporting data, budgeting and analysis as requested
Is knowledgeable about RH clients are and their compensation structures
Manages special projects and analysis, and keeps appropriate management updated on status
Reviews expense reports for accuracy and appropriate reimbursable expenses

Required Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Minimum of 2-5 years’ related experience
Experience within the professional service industry and time and billing software a plus
Strong knowledge of accounting practices and procedures
Extreme attention to detail
Demonstrates Initiative
Team player
Strong leadership abilities
Analytical thinker
Problem solver
Ability to work in high pressure environment and adjust to a constantly changing environment

About Russell Herder

Why Work with Us?

Equal Opportunity Employer

ACCOUNTING & FINANCE DIRECTOR

Russell Herder is a collaborative, strategic, Advertising agency located in Minneapolis. We have been in business for over 40 years and are one of only a few internationally certified B Corporations® in Minnesota. Our clients include innovative organizations in healthcare, government, travel and hospitality, and other industries.

Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Accounting/Finance Director with proven accounting ability, strong teamwork and leadership skills, and desire to make a difference.

Job Requirements

Performs monthly close duties and account reconciliations
Manages cash and banking relations
Develops forecasts and budgets for agency growth
Provides strategic data analysis and recommendations for financial performance and process improvement
Manages and trains junior staff on accurate and timely submission of invoices, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll
Works with external CPA firm on tax planning and preparation
Responsible for accounting controls, policies, and procedures
Reviews client contracts to ensure adherence to budgets and scope of services
Manages company HR and IT functions
Manages company compliance with all Federal and State regulatory agencies
Schedules regular meetings with Senior Staff to review company performance

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years’ experience in accounting and/or Finance with the following background

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Experience as a CPA or Controller
Advanced Excel skills
Strong communication skills and experience presenting to senior leaders
Ad agency or related professional services experience preferred
Accounting software experience
Project and time management skills

To Apply

Submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and any other materials demonstrating the value that you could provide to Russell Herder and our clients to Carol Russell, CEO: [email protected]

About Russell Herder

Why Work with Us?

Equal Opportunity Employer

Art Director

Overview

You’re a gifted visual storyteller. From pixels to Bezier curves, photos to videos, and everything in between, you’re a wizard of the visual arts. You know how to captivate and engage audiences through impactful ideas executed with eye-popping visuals that drive action.

For nearly 40 years as a full-service advertising agency, Russell Herder is committed to creating Work That Matters for our clients and community-at-large. We’re seeking an experienced art director to work within our creative group, developing and executing smart, disruptive, and engaging visual concepts and solutions for our clients. You’re a quick learner and energized team player, capable of bringing abstract concepts to life in engaging, relevant, and visually impactful ways. As an organized person, you’re a self-starter and someone people can rely upon. Your previous agency experience reflects empathy, curiosity, speed, adaptability, and a devotion to pushing boundaries. You know how to listen, learn, and are always willing to grow.

Status: Reports to the Creative Director

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement innovative conceptual ideas and visual stylistic directions across all media platforms for a wide variety of clients
Create and adopt visual styles and tonal personalities that reflect the nuances of client’s brand and voice
Work collaboratively with Account, Strategy, Digital, Social and Project Management teams to successfully produce creative within time constraints and on budget
Actively analyze concepts against client requests to ensure they meet strategic goals, objectives, and timing
Develop and execute ideas from strategic concept development to project completion
Integrate current and contemporary visual trends and media into day-to-day assignments
Present work internally to the agency and externally to clients in a confident and professional manner
Produce work worthy of industry recognition and client praise
Strictly adhere to timelines, schedules, and budgets

Performance Standards:

Concepted materials meet agency and client strategic objectives
Work continually enhances our firm’s reputation
Projects are completed on time and within budget
Client presentations are organized and effective

Location:

In-person work Monday-Thurs at our Minneapolis office, with a remote work option on Fridays.

TO APPLY
Please send your resume to: [email protected]. Any information you send us will be kept private and confidential.

Apply on LinkedIn

PPC Digital Strategist

What We’re Looking For:

An experienced, motivated PPC Digital Strategist with a deep grasp of marketing. You are ad agency experienced, a seasoned collaborator, able to identify meaningful trends and opportunities to advance client strategies. You have strong experience managing paid search and paid social advertising campaigns and budgets. You are committed to delivering exceptional insights and outcomes. Of equal importance is your agency experience and understanding of fast-paced team environments. You are ready to make a difference within a dynamic, close-knit team.

Responsibilities and Duties

Report to Digital Director, providing timely updates on assigned client accounts and collaborating on solutions as needed.
Collaborate on agency projects to plan online advertising strategies including developing strategy decks.
Manage online advertising campaigns including account setup and conversion tracking, campaign builds, optimization, A/B testing, and budgets across multiple clients and channels.
Report on client analytics across multiple clients and channels, including developing key insights and ongoing recommendations, as needed (weekly, monthly, annual or campaign-to-date)
Collaborate with all internal teams including client services, creative, organic social and finance, to drive client results.
Demonstrates growing knowledge of clients with an understanding of historical performance when assessing current performance.
Team player in a multi-discipline, high performance environment.
Keep fully informed of emerging digital trends and practices within PPC such as ongoing updates to ad platforms, online consumer privacy, Google Analytics 4, etc.

Technical Qualifications

Strong experience with Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, and Facebook Business Manager, with additional social channel advertising dashboards considered a plus.
Experience with Google Tag Manager including creating tags to track key website metrics.
Experience in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Experience in basic data analysis and trend identification.
Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS.

The following qualifications are considered a plus:

Experience with Google Search Console and SEMrush.
Experience with email/SMS marketing automation and audience segmentation on platforms such as Mailchimp, SendinBlue, or Klaviyo.

Professional Qualifications

Ability to translate client goals into actionable plans.
Demonstrate measurable value to the client through the online advertising strategy implementation.
Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytic skills.
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Proven ability to develop well-written documents, reports and presentations.
Detail-oriented, provides error-free work; ability to proof for typos, formatting errors, consistency, and checking algebraic calculations including basic spreadsheet formulas (sums, averages).
Self-starter, capable of working independently and within a team environment.
Ability to explain complex and technical concepts using laymen’s terms, bringing along both internal and external stakeholders on the story of the account performance.

Required Certifications

Upon start date, the following certifications are required:

Google Ads Search Certification
Google Ads Display Certification
Google Analytics Certification
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Meta Certified Media Planning Professional
Meta Certified Media Buying Professional

The following qualifications are considered a plus:

Microsoft Advertising Certification
Google Ads Video Certification
Google Ads AI-Powered Performance Ads Certification

Who We Are

Russell Herder is a collaborative, strategic, AAAA agency located in Minneapolis, providing market research, digital marketing, creative development, social media and public relations excellence to our regional and national clients. Minnesota’s first certified B Corporations® ad agency, we attract highly skilled talent by offering the opportunity to make meaningful contributions that change lives. Our clients include innovative organizations in the finance, healthcare, built environment and nonprofit spaces. Send resume, cover letter, salary requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

TO APPLY
Please send your resume to: [email protected]. Any information you send us will be kept private and confidential.

Project Manager

Overview

Russell Herder is seeking a self-motivated, experienced project manager. Ad agency experience is essential, with the ability to partner with multiple team members – including creative, social and digital. This role supports our team with tracking all aspect of work related to high quality campaigns.

Responsibilities:

General knowledge of project management processes, tools and technologies (Smartsheets), including asset management
Manages simple creative projects independently and complex projects with guidance
Technology proficiency including driving improved reporting and measurements to track projects and automate management activities
Ability to track against a timeline and when necessary, develop risk mitigation plan for programs to stay on track and within budget
Experience producing content – digital, social and print
Proposes way to improve processes for own work
Manages financial details of client work assigned and continuously monitors overall budget in-line with job scope
Supports contract management and identification of internal and external resources (agency partners, vendors, etc)
Fosters collaboration with internal teams to manage project expectations
Is a champion of positivity of change; imperative to create an environment that provides motivation and support to our partners

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related fields
Ad agency experience required
Thrive in a collaborative, creative, fast-paced environment
Project financial and project management capabilities
Exceptionally detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communications skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, social media

About Russell Herder

Founded 39 years ago, Russell Herder is an award-winning strategic ad agency providing market research, digital marketing, creative development, social media and public relations excellence to our clients. One of only a very few internationally certified B Corporations® in Minnesota, we attract highly skilled talent by offering an excellent work environment and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions that change lives. Our clients include innovative organizations in the finance, healthcare, built environment and nonprofit spaces.

Why Work with Us?

Equal Opportunity Employer

TO APPLY
Please send your resume to: [email protected]. Any information you send us will be kept private and confidential.

Account Manager

Opportunity

Russell Herder is a collaborative, strategic, AAAA agency located in Minneapolis, providing market research, digital marketing, creative development, social media and media relations excellence to our regional and national clients. With nearly four decades in business, we are one of only a very few internationally certified B Corporations® in Minnesota and attract highly skilled talent by doing work that matters. Our clients include innovative organizations in the finance, healthcare, government, built environment and nonprofit spaces.

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic strategic communicator with proven client relationship-building skills and strong leadership abilities. It’s a great opportunity for a proven professional who thrives working with a talented and supportive team. You’ll not only serve excellent clients, but you will also be an integral part of our firm’s growth and continued evolution.

Qualifications

We are looking for experience - someone who has a demonstrated ad agency track record. The ideal candidate will have top-notch relationship-building and financial skills, be an excellent presenter and written strategic communicator, and value the power of good planning, strong creative and analytics.

Responsible for management of assigned clients
Entrepreneurial, self-motivated and detail driven
Ensures that the strategic goals of client work are communicated to the team and met
Intimately familiar with client business and marketing objectives
Financially responsible for assigned client work
Fosters innovative solutions
Supports short-term and long-term organic revenue growth opportunities
Accountable for maintaining client satisfaction and management of expectations while ensuring that the work is on strategy, on time and on budget

Requirements

Proven professional with multiple years of experience within an advertising agency
Strong interpersonal skills to optimize relationships and management experience
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Team builder
Strong problem-solving skills and detail oriented
Minimum of bachelor’s degree or MBA

About Russell Herder

Founded 39 years ago, Russell Herder is an award-winning strategic ad agency providing market research, digital marketing, creative development, social media, and public relations excellence to our clients. One of only a very few internationally certified B Corporations® in Minnesota, we attract highly skilled talent by offering an excellent work environment and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions that change lives. Our clients include innovative organizations in the finance, healthcare, built environment and nonprofit spaces.

Why Work with Us?

You’ll be a vital part of a growing team where your talent will be appreciated and utilized, your input will be valued, and your skills will be developed. You’ll be a major contributor to the success of fascinating initiatives and have an opportunity to grow with an agency that does superior-quality work that matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Russell Herder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

To Apply

Please send your resume to: [email protected]. Any information you send us will be kept private and confidential.

Apply on LinkedIn

Content Developer

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for a skilled content specialist with a deep understanding of stylistic requirements for email, news, collateral, website, and other strategic deliverables for assigned brands. The position requires superior writing ability, innovative strategic thinking, client relationship-building and project planning skills. Experience is essential, with proven ability to partner with multiple team members – including creative, brand planning, media relations and digital. Candidate must have excellent writing and presentation skills with a commitment to building client relationships.

Responsibilities

Writes clear, concise, and stylistically correct content on a holistic basis for client websites, collateral, emails and more.
Accountable for helping maintain client satisfaction and management of expectations while ensuring that the work is on strategy, on time and on budget.
Demonstrates good listening skills, fostering an environment of professional commitment and mutual trust, communicates upstream and downstream in a manner that is timely, respectful, productive and supports overall project goals.
Collaborates closely with client services, creative, media relations, digital and social media teams.
Participates in client planning sessions to generate innovative content ideas for the agency and its clients.
Provides creative team with clearly defined visual specifications that contain concise information on the goal, audience and strategy, and suggestions for how to promote the content most effectively.
Monitors and interprets secondary data as needed to mine cultural and social trends for valuable marketing insight relevant to client business.
Assists with proofing agency/client content on an as needed basis.
Clearly and persuasively communicates thoughts and ideas to clients and helps present content strategy in new business meetings.
Develops and persuasively communicates content portions of communications plans and other recommendations.
Understands the complexity and profound opportunity of great creative and advocates for its role in growing brands and producing good, meaningful work.
Monitors overall timeframes and deliverable milestones for assigned projects to meet client expectations.
Proactively becomes intimately familiar with client business and marketing objectives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
Several years agency, PR firm, media, or related content development experience required
Thrives in a collaborative, creative, fast-paced environment
Exceptionally detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communications skills

About Russell Herder

Why Work with Us?

You’ll be a vital part of a growing team where your talent will be appreciated and utilized, your input will be valued, and your skills will be developed. You’ll be a major contributor to the success of fascinating initiatives and have an opportunity to grow with an agency that does superior-quality work that matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Russell Herder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

Apply on LinkedIn

Brand Planner

What We’re Looking For:

Interested in doing work that matters? Russell Herder is seeking an experienced, innovative brand planner. We are specifically looking for a strategist / researcher who is a rockstar analyst, planner, and writer. This professional on our team will work with both client services and creative to shape campaigns based upon their audience research findings. Ad agency experience is essential, with a proven ability to partner with multiple team members. And as a Certified B Corp, we’re looking for someone who can work with a wide range of constituents, from C-suite and upper management to cultural communities and consumers.

Strategic and Research Skills

Participates in strategy development initiatives.
Provides creative team with clearly defined brief and plan that contains concise information on the campaign, audience and creative strategy, and suggestions for media channels that will promote the ideas most effectively.
Designs and helps monitor the design of survey questionnaires and is proficient using SPSS.
Moderates focus groups, analyzes data, and develops implications and recommendations.
Monitors and interprets secondary data to mine cultural and social trends for valuable marketing insight relevant to client business.
Recommends initiating consumer research and provides appropriate staff with results of research/trend analysis.
Helps lead the development of marketing plans.

Communications Skills

Clearly and persuasively communicates thoughts and ideas to both staff and clients; helps present research/strategy findings in client meetings.
Writes accurate, thorough, stylistically correct reports.
Develops and persuasively communicates brand/positioning/consumer perception portions of communications plans or other recommendations.
Works closely with client services to provide relevant findings that support strategic recommendations, ensure alignment on budgets for research.

Creative Insight

Understands the complexity and profound opportunity of great creative and advocates for its role in growing brands.
Partners with the creative team to optimize internal and external resources to produce good, meaningful work.
Experienced at objective creative testing within a structured research environment.

Organizational Skills

Demonstrates good listening skills, fostering an environment of professional commitment and mutual trust, with a focus on being timely, respectful, productive, and supportive of overall project goals.
Monitors overall timeframes and deliverable milestones for research projects, planning components, etc. to deliver according to client expectations.

To Apply

Submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and any other materials demonstrating the value that you could provide to Russell Herder and our clients to Carol Russell, CEO: [email protected]

Apply on LinkedIn

About Russell Herder

Why Work with Us?

You’ll be a vital part of a growing team where your talent will be appreciated and utilized, your input will be valued, and your skills will be developed. You’ll be a major contributor to the success of fascinating initiatives and have an opportunity to grow with an agency that does superior-quality work that matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Russell Herder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Russell Herder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

Careers

Do Work That Matters

At Russell Herder, we love helping great companies and great causes succeed – and we have fun doing it. That attracts an eclectic group of professionals, and it’s why we keep growing. Join us and become part of our ethics-driven team that makes good things happen across the U.S. every day.

BENEFITS

It takes great people to do great work.

OPEN POSITIONS

Join us!

Become a member of a team doing work that matters in Minneapolis, MN. If you combine great talent and skills with strong ethics and drive, you’ll fit right in. Take a look at our openings, below.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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