PR Account Manager

Media Frenzy Global is seeking a creative, proactive and ambitious Public Relations Account Manager to manage its growing set of clients. This is a tremendous opportunity to work on multiple accounts, sharpen your strategic thinking and employ your creativity. Our ideal candidate will be a talented writer, have established media and influencer relationships, have a deep understanding of the changing media landscape, have a thorough working knowledge of all major social media channels and must have a passion for communication.

Reporting Line: PR Director

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

Build and maintain relationships with clients, through sound counsel, creative problem solving, idea generation, and flawless execution

Day-to-day client contact and main responder to client

Shows good judgment on when to involve VP in day-to-day issues

High-level media outreach, building relationships with contacts at outlets

Research, write, edit and present high-level materials, including communications plans, briefing materials, POVs, Q&As, and press materials

Manage implementation of client programs and projects from concept to execution

Drive successful media relations efforts on behalf of clients through key message development, media training, pitching compelling stories and building strong relationships with industry and national media and influencers

Monitor, analyze and report on client/industry related news

Commitment to employee development

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing or a related field

6+ years of PR agency experience required

Experience working in B2B and/or tech PR preferred

Experience managing teams

Strong media relations experience required

Strong pitching skills required

Strong writing skills required

Established media relationships

Experience in developing and implementing social strategies to achieve client objectives

Exceptional interpersonal, networking, and verbal and written communications skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.