Account Director (PR)

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a PR-focused account leader to join an innovative marketing agency. For this role, knowledge of consumer tech, or similar lifestyle CPG space is preferred.
 

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain a vast and ever-growing understanding of the modern, evolving PR toolbox – and using those tools to come up with creative

  ideas to achieve client communication objectives.

• Lead planning and strategy for client plans and new business proposals (with the help of senior leadership)

• Act as day-to-day lead, both agency and client-side, including regular conference calls and clear, concise briefings for planning roll-outs

• Hold solid relationships with media and influencers; confidently able to identify best fit per client

• Pitch concepts for clients based on project objectives and industry trends; secure consistent and high-quality media placements

• Day-to-day account management of junior team members

• Budget management inclusive of all owned projects

Required experience & Skills

• Experience with account management

• College or university degree

• Post-secondary courses in public relations or a related field is preferred (Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or related field)

Who You Are

• Self-motivated and desire to make an impact and do something meaningful

• Creative thinker who is curious and constantly asking questions

• You thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment; able to transition from project to project, client to client, without missing a

  beat

• A creative mind, both when applied to brainstorming for campaigns and in advising day-to-day media relations to drive results and breakout coverage for brands

• Ability to motivate a team, rise above the noise, and foster effective and constructive contributions from each individual

• Accountable for results matched with an ability to identify solutions when programs derail or are not landing as expected

• Well rounded client experience that provides foundation for intelligent, thoughtful client counsel

• The ability to see around corners and predict potential issues or opportunities for both clients and the team

• Succinct, clear writing skills, notably for client email recommendations/position statements

• Able to pause, reflect and give clear direction when unfavourable situations are presented (basically unflappable!)

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