Account Director – Public Relations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Serve as the primary client liaison and day-to-day leader for account teams.

• Establish account strategy and pinpoint PR priorities that align with clients' business goals.

• Oversee the creation of targeted media plans and campaigns from conception to implementation.

• Propel media outcomes through outreach efforts and innovative story development.

• Create and/or refine written content.

• Lead and present client meetings, including reporting and strategic planning.

• Assist with agency development initiatives, such as new business proposals, company training sessions, team events, and recruitment.

• Mentor and guide internal team members and conduct annual performance evaluations.

• Suggest team staffing to ensure appropriate account coverage and a diverse skill set.

• Collaborate with the VP on scope-of-work and budget discussions with clients.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in PR, communications, journalism, or a related field.

• Minimum of 6 years of in-house or agency PR experience.

• Proven track record of expanding accounts and fostering client relationships.

• Established ability to achieve significant media results.

• Excellent presentation and verbal communication abilities.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining high standards.

• A creative approach to problem-solving.

• Exceptional writing skills; writing samples are required.

• Experience or readiness to manage junior staff effectively.

• Self-motivated work ethic and a player-coach management approach.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible remote working options.

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).

• Summer Fridays.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401K plan with employer matching up to 4% after one year.

• Annual cash bonuses.

• Comprehensive benefits package.