Public Relations Account Manager

Responsibilities

• Own senior client relationships and serve as a trusted, proactive counselor
• Develop high-level communications strategies with agency leadership
• Lead multiple accounts, keeping teams aligned, clients confident, and work moving forward
• Translate client goals into original stories, campaigns, launches, and media opportunities
• Maintain strong relationships with journalists, producers, editors, creators, and industry influencers
• Coach junior and mid-level team members, provide clear feedback, and help them grow
• Set account priorities, delegate effectively, and hold teams accountable for excellent work
• Identify potential risks before they become problems and guide clients through complex or sensitive moments
• Support new business development, including prospect research, strategy development, pitch meetings, and RFP responses
• Represent ASTRSK at press events, client activations, conferences, and industry gatherings

Requirements

• Has 6–7+ years of relevant PR experience, preferably within an agency
• Has experience independently managing multiple accounts and supervising team members
• Holds a bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications, journalism, or a related field
• Has a sophisticated understanding of journalism, media, and the forces shaping today’s news cycle
• Has a proven track record of securing high-impact placements and building relationships across verticals
• Is an exceptional writer, editor, strategist, and client communicator
• Has experience securing speaking engagements and award recognition
• Has experience managing crisis communications, launches, and on-site events
• Has participated in new business development, pitch meetings, or RFP processes
• Can move comfortably between big-picture strategy and the details required to deliver excellent work