PR Director

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$100K/yr – $113K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 3 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own the development of integrated communications strategies for B2B tech clients and lead PR programs end-to-end, guiding teams and advising senior clients through complex challenges.

  • Own strategy development for integrated campaigns
  • Lead PR programs from strategy through execution
  • Advise senior clients and navigate complex communications challenges

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Own the development of integrated communications strategies for B2B tech clients, especially in industries like IT, Cybersecurity, data, and AI
  • Confidently lead clients through strategic recommendations, program planning, and decision-making
  • Translate business goals and technical concepts into compelling, differentiated narratives
  • Stay ahead of emerging trends in tech, media, and communications, and effectively surface these trends to internal teams and clients
  • Program Ownership + Execution
  • Lead PR programs from strategy through execution ensuring excellence at every stage
  • Guide teams in delivering high-impact media relations, thought leadership, and integrated communications initiatives
  • Develop strong written content and newsworthy pitches that align with client's business objectives and coach teams to do the same
  • Build relationships with a wide range of reporters, creators, analysts and publications to secure coverage across media types

Requirements

  • Experience: 7+ years of B2B PR experience within an agency setting, with a preferred focus on deep tech including IT, AI, Cybersecurity, or Infrastructure
  • Expertise: Deep expertise in evolving media landscape and the ability to craft compelling narratives around technical topics and engage with a mix of media types
  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead PR programs and teams confidently from strategy to execution
  • Client Management: Strong track record of advising senior level clients and managing complex, high-stakes programs

Benefits

  • 💼 Bonus Potential: This role will be eligible for a bonus based on company performance.
  • 🌱 Growth Opportunities: Clear career paths, mentorship programs, and learning events to help you grow professionally.
  • 🌴 Flexible PTO and Hybrid Work: Take time as needed for vacations, mental health, or personal days. Includes 8 paid holidays, half-day summer Fridays, and a week off between Christmas and New Year.
  • 🩺 Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Mental health resources, pet insurance, and more.
  • 📈Retirement Savings : Employer-matched 401(k) and access to financial planning services.
  • 🛡️ Additional Protection: Life insurance, disability coverage, and other benefits that provide added financial security.
  • 🧠 Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for you and your household, including counseling, mental health resources, and help navigating life’s everyday challenges.
  • 👶 Family Support: Paid leave for new parents and caregivers, plus policies for fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, adoption challenges, and more.
  • 🎯 Performance & Coaching: Regular performance reviews, clear goal-setting, and ongoing coaching to help you understand expectations, grow your skills, and make progress in your career.
  • 🎉 Milestone Sabbatical: Celebrate five years with a two-week sabbatical and a $2,000 gift.
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Walker Sands

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Walker Sands is an integrated B2B growth services agency with expertise in strategy, data, content, creative, strategic communications and digital marketing. The agency’s Outcome-based Marketing approach helps B2B brands grow, build reputation, generate demand, drive engagement and strengthen market position. A 10-time Inc. 5000 honoree, Walker Sands is one of the fastest-growing B2B agencies in the world, proudly serving 100+ clients from offices in Chicago, Seattle and Boston.

Founded in 2001
Chicago, Illinois, USA
221 employees (124 in marketing)
44% recommend to a friend
50% CEO approval

Salaries

Posted range

$100K/yr – $113K/yr

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Funding

Last Raise
Private Equity, 6 years ago

Funding History

  • Sep 2019
    Private Equity

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
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Monthly Google Ads Budget
$446.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42.2%
Direct
42.2%
Referral
7.9%
Social
6.3%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~221

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PR Director

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