Responsibilities

• Manage approximately 5 - 8 accounts and projects
• Consistently pitch and secure media coverage on behalf of clients
• Write, proof and edit a variety of PR and marketing materials
• Develop compelling stories and draft compelling narratives on behalf of clients
• Lead client communications, programs and campaigns from planning to execution within the specified budget
• Pull and collaborate with other divisions across the agency to ensure the client is getting access to the agency’s network-wide expertise
• Deliver strong media coverage consistently producing high quality internal and external communications content
• Grow and nurture connections with leading and emerging editorial talents
• Develop press relationships and manage contacts with key commentators, industry spokespeople and influencers
• Oversee junior staff to review client agendas, recap reports and clips

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• 5 - 7 years of PR agency experience working with cpg, fashion, lifestyle, and/or travel and hospitality brands; luxury experience is a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of the various industries, including trends and market dynamics
• Demonstrated success in securing impactful media placements
• Strong networking abilities with a proven capacity to build relationships with key influencers, media, and industry leaders
• Exceptional project management skills, with a focus on organization and strategic planning
• Superior written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal abilities to foster collaboration and maintain strong professional relationships

Preferred

• Outstanding written and oral communications abilities; including the ability to elicit information, actively listen, dialogue freely, verbalize ideas effectively, highly comfortable public speaker
• Is an astute communicator, seasoned researcher, and proven strategist committed to delivering excellent work
• Is an enthusiastic, client-facing professional with a passion for communications and deep expertise in building, stewarding, and growing relationships
• A collaborative team leader and partner, and an out-of-the-box thinker who can bring together people, processes, and ideas to drive results
• Is a self-starter with energy, creativity, and an innate interest and curiosity for across multiple verticals inclusive of lifestyle, beauty, sports, fashion, culture, and the arts
• Results orientated
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment