Account Manager, Public Relations at af&co. | San Francisco, CA | $70K/yr

af&co.

Account Manager, Public Relations

San Francisco, CA (Remote)

$70K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

This role leads integrated marketing communications planning and strategic PR for hospitality clients, with emphasis on media relations, event support, and client collaboration. It covers creating messaging, developing media lists, and overseeing reporting and ROI analysis. The position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead client’s integrated marketing communications planning, identifying objectives, strategies and tactics
Create strategic PR plans for restaurant, hotel and product launches, as well as contribute to quarterly PR and marketing plans for each client
Lead the creation of creative media relations initiatives that drive relevance and revenue
Develop and maintain strong relationships with traditional media
Secure earned media features, mentions and round-ups for clients on a regular basis through targeted, creative and thoughtful pitching
Run Key Messaging sessions with new clients and create Key Messaging document
Ideate, write, edit, and execute press kits, pitches and press releases that achieve goals for clients and agency
Manage client photo/video shoots
Staff key client events including on nights and weekends, as needed
Build and oversee the creation of targeted media lists for client pitches

Requirements

Minimum of three to five years’ experience working in an agency, with strong media relations and public relations expertise
Sharp communication and leadership skills
Account Managers are responsible for achieving and maintaining client satisfaction
San Francisco Bay Area residency is required for this role

Preferred

Possesses a strong portfolio of secured local and national media coverage, particularly focusing on the hospitality industry
Has excellent relationships with San Francisco Bay Area and national media, specifically those that cover hospitality, food and beverage
Is a natural networker with strong social skills who can juggle multiple projects with finesse
Is a born storyteller with strong persuasion skills
Exhibits excellent writing skills, which can be applied creatively and effectively to anything from a press release or pitch to a case study or client newsletter
Is highly productive and efficient in time management
Adaptable and responsive to change
Punctual and positive attitude toward work, tasks, responsibilities, clients and co-workers

Benefits

Working with a fantastic, tight team of communications and marketing pros who are passionate about our industry and clients
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Business development bonus
Paid vacation
Comp Time policy for weekend hours worked
Work from home
Work Remote Policy
Quarterly Dining Stipends
Partial reimbursement for cell phone and internet service
401K retirement plan with profit sharing

af&co.

af&co. is a high-energy hospitality consulting agency with a unique blend of expertise in marketing, public relations and creative services headquartered in San Francisco. The af&co. team does whatever it takes to build awareness for our clients and ultimately increase sales by implementing current techniques and strategies. We know that each client is unique and we treat them as such by developing tailored campaigns that deliver on the goals determined together. We believe that with a little creativity, hard work and collaboration, anything is possible. Our passions run deep, and we love what we do!af&co. offers personalized, flexible programs that include: concept development, branding, recruiting, graphic design, public relations, sales/marketing, social media marketing, sales and service training, event management - and so much more. Please review our products and services page for our full offerings.

Founded in 2001

San Francisco, California, USA

299 employees (24 in marketing)

www.afandco.com