Manager, Media Relations

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$81K/yr – $98K/yrManager5+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Lead culture driven earned media and media relations for consumer brands, marrying high profile moments with authentic storytelling across sports and pop culture; own client advisory, event orchestration, and a creative KPI mindset that proves impact.

Culture & earned media: drive campaigns from large moments to everyday social chatter.
Media relations: pitch and place coverage with journalists, podcasters, and influencers to build credible stories.
Team leadership and impact: mentor juniors, manage complex programs, and celebrate wins with the group.

Job Description

Be a Culture Shaper: you’ll develop and execute innovative earned media campaigns that place our brands at the center of culture, from Super Bowl to daily social conversations.
Master the Media Game: draft pitches and build relationships with top-tier journalists, podcasters, and snacking bloggers to secure high-impact coverage that feels authentic.
Become a Trusted Partner: act as day-to-day client contact, manage event logistics and program interplay to ensure excellence at every step.
Fuel Our Creative Engine: contribute to creative brainstorms and help set realistic KPIs that prove impact and share wins to keep the team inspired.
Mentor and Lead: coach junior staff and foster a collaborative, gusto-filled team environment.

A Proven Track Record: 5-7 years of public relations experience, with a deep passion for pop culture, sports, and consumer brands.
Media Relations Expertise: strong relationships with media and influencers and ability to secure coverage across traditional media, podcasts, and Substack.
Strategic & Creative Thinking: craft compelling story angles, develop integrated media plans, and optimize campaigns in real time to maximize success.
Leadership & Collaboration: lead a team, manage complex projects, and work effectively with diverse partners; strong communication and presentation skills.
Unmatched Passion: infectious enthusiasm for the work and a relentless drive to deliver results.

Adelphi Group

The Adelphi provides a wide range of strategic support services and consulting for global pharmaceutical clients. Adelphi is dedicated to the healthcare sector, providing services across strategic marketing, marketing and business intelligence, real-world observational research and disease-specific programmes, health and economic outcomes, market access, pricing and reimbursement, value insight, multi-channel health communications, scientific services, and strategic product development consultancy. Headquarters are located in Manchester, UK with offices in Europe and the US. Adelphi employs over 700 people worldwide.

Founded in 1986

Bollington, England, GBR

233 employees (19 in marketing)

www.adelphigroup.com