Senior Account Supervisor (Chicago, IL | Hybrid)

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level6+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive strategic earned media programs and client storytelling across multiple accounts.

  • Lead development of integrated campaigns, pitches and executive materials.
  • Must-have: 6-8+ years in public relations with multi-account management.
  • Standout: Mentoring junior team and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of strategic earned media programs that align with client business objectives and KPIs
  • Shape compelling narratives, campaign concepts and messaging frameworks across clients
  • Drive proactive media strategy and outreach, securing high-impact coverage across consumer, lifestyle, business and trade media.
  • Identify timely opportunities and trends that influence client industries and shape proactive ideas
  • Integrate influencer, partnership and cultural moments into broader storytelling strategies
  • Provide senior-level oversight and direction on media approach, ensuring quality and effectiveness of outreach
  • Oversee and actively contribute to the development of high quality media materials, including pitches, press releases, key messaging documents, executive communications and thought leadership
  • Ensure all materials are strategically sound, insight-driven and aligned with client voice and objectives
  • Lead development of presentations that clearly articulate strategy, ideas and results to clients
  • Provide editorial oversight and constructive feedback to elevate team output

Requirements

  • 6-8+ years of experience in public relations (agency experience preferred but not required)
  • Proven ability to successfully manage multiple accounts and manage client relationships with confidence
  • Strong strategic instincts and experience developing integrated communications programs
  • Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills
  • Strong presentation skills with the ability to build influence and trust with clients and agency partners
  • Demonstrated success securing high-impact media coverage and leading media strategy
  • Experience mentoring and managing junior team members
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills - comfortable juggling multiple priorities
  • Experience with budgeting, scopes and account financial management
  • Proficiency in using a media monitoring and data analytics tool like Muckrack, Meltwater and Cision

Benefits

  • Competitive medical, dental and vision plans
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, company holidays, parental leave (maternity, paternity and adoption) and a sabbatical program for eligible full time employees
  • 401k with company match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • Flexible hybrid approach that allows us to come together in the office to build connection, enable collaboration and foster community, while also offering remote workdays to support balance and wellbeing
  • Onsite fitness center
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