Account Director, Tech

San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

$113K/yr – $130K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive integrated PR and product-launch leadership for a tech-focused client portfolio, with a focus on AI-powered storytelling.

  • Own day-to-day strategic partnerships and media/influencer engagement to move initiatives forward.
  • Must-have: 5–7+ years in integrated communications for technology clients with agency experience.
  • Standout: Proven ability to lead product launches from strategy to execution and measure impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a day-to-day strategic partner to senior clients, building trust through proactive counsel, responsiveness, and strong business acumen
  • Act as a steady, unflappable presence in fast-moving and evolving situations, meeting clients where they are while thoughtfully guiding them forward
  • Build deep understanding of Adobe’s business, products, and priorities to drive continuity and long-term value
  • Lead development and execution of integrated PR programs spanning earned media, influencers, and owned channels
  • Drive product launch playbooks from strategy through execution, ensuring clear narratives, strong media engagement, and measurable impact
  • Develop and pitch compelling stories that connect Adobe’s innovation—particularly in generative AI—to real-world creative workflows and industry trends
  • Maintain a strong point of view on the evolving AI landscape, including key players, competitive dynamics, and emerging narratives
  • Bring and build strong relationships across media, creators, and emerging voices (including Substack writers, YouTube creators, and design/creative influencers)
  • Proactively gather and share insights on media and influencer sentiment, as well as competitive positioning
  • Identify and activate opportunities that elevate Adobe’s voice within key cultural and industry conversations
  • Lead day-to-day team operations, ensuring work is high-quality, on strategy, and delivered with excellence
  • Manage and mentor team members, fostering growth while maintaining accountability and strong team culture
  • Oversee resourcing, budgets, and workflows to support a fast-paced, high-performing account
  • Contribute to organic growth and new business efforts, including development of proposals and participation in pitch presentations
  • Collaborate across teams and practices to bring forward integrated solutions and new ideas

Requirements

  • 5-7 + years of experience in integrated communications or PR, with significant experience supporting mid-to-large technology clients (agency experience strongly preferred) 4 + years of management experience required
  • Proven ability to lead product launch communications programs from strategy through execution
  • Deep understanding of the generative AI landscape, including key players, trends, and implications for creative industries
  • Strong client leadership skills, with a track record of building trusted, long-term relationships
  • Experience managing and developing teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Established media and/or influencer relationships, particularly within technology, design, or creative industries
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly to change, and maintain composure under pressure

Preferred

  • Experience working with global teams and stakeholders
  • Strong presentation and executive communications skills
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex technology into clear, compelling narratives
  • Experience engaging with creative professional audiences or adjacent communities
  • West Coast–based strongly preferred (San Francisco Bay Area ideal)
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We. is a global communications agency helping brands navigate an ever-changing world. We’ve spent decades at the intersection of technology and humanity, translating new innovations into meaningful experiences that connect with people. As change accelerates and expectations evolve, we use our expertise to help brands communicate through complexity to drive connection, understanding and progress. We offer a range of solutions with this in mind, across diverse industries, audiences and stakeholders.

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Bellevue, Washington, USA
1.8K employees (307 in marketing)
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