Yes& is looking for a Public Relations Senior Account Manager who will help manage the strategic and tactical components of client public relations programs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong written, oral, project management and communications skills and be able to effectively juggle multiple client deliverables simultaneously. The PR Senior Account Manager must be highly motivated and excel in working in both a client-facing role as well as with the media/editorial community. Role will also include support for new business/business development pursuits, as needed.
What you will do:
Serve as the main point of contact for a select number of Yes&’s public relations clients, including all communications, management of client deliverables and reporting requirements
Develop and execute comprehensive and strategic public relations and marketing plans
Develop other related content such as case studies, collateral pieces, whitepapers, blogs, direct marketing pieces, executive call for speakers, and related talking points and award nomination
Spearhead the creation and development of news/feature angles and proactively pitch media to coordinate interviews and coverage opportunities
Develop press kits, briefing documents and supporting materials
Write and pitch press releases and oversee media tracking.
Develop and place op-eds/bylined articles
Act as an advisor to clients on press-related issues
Provide creative ideas for generating media coverage and other marketing related campaigns for clients
Experience You Need:
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent
5-7+ years of experience in a public relations environment, including project management, program management, or account management in the strategic or marketing communications industry. At least 2 years in a managerial role.
Experience with B2C, B2B, consumer or B2G client work
General consulting experience, including critical thinking, analysis, and planning
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and accounts
Superior writing, research, communication and oral presentation skills
Ability to communicate directly with clients and the media
Experience that would be a plus, but not required:
Time reporting and project management in Workamajig and ClickUp
Personnel and/or resource management
Understanding of the Meltwater PR platform and wire distribution services
Values you should share with us:
Working within a diverse team environment
Crafting solutions for internal and external processes
Communicating effectively with colleagues and / or clients
A mix of collaboration and self-direction in work
Results-oriented
Ability to provide positivity and possibility to all internal and external deliverables
Let's Chat! If you would like to join our team, we’d love to hear from you!