Account Manager

Job Description

We have an immediate opening for an Account Manager. This role will work across high profile technology brands and exciting startups, leading a dynamic mix of corporate reputation efforts, brand campaigns, executive thought leadership programs, and more. Our candidate is curious, with excellent writing skills. We're looking for someone who can learn quickly and touch a variety of clients -- from high growth startups to established brands to VC firms to think tanks and policymakers. Our clients span AI, fintech, climate tech, healthtech, emerging media, and more. Our Account Managers counsel the client, provide fresh ideas, motivate the team, ensure goals are being met, and generate results through regular pitching. We're looking for an entrepreneurial spirit who is excited about contributing to our growing DC office and continuing to build our thriving tech practice.

Responsibilities Include:
• Developing and executing comprehensive communications strategies.
• Producing clear, persuasive content, including messaging, media pitches, event submissions, awards submissions, and more to tell client stories.
• Partnering with senior managers to provide thoughtful counsel to clients.
• Contributing to business development, including new business and organic growth with existing clients.
• Coordinating with other discipline experts (e.g. social media, paid media, design, crisis, brand integration, talent integration) as needed.
• Mentoring junior staff to help motivate and coach team members; managing up to senior staff.
• Responding to client requests in a timely manner.
• Support administration of accounts including results reporting, agendas/recaps, budget trackers, and more.

You Should Apply If:
• You've been working in PR for at least 5 years.
• You are a bit of a wonk, excited about the tech, venture capital and policy landscape.
• You have a keen understanding of subject matter like AI, emerging tech, cryptocurrency and the regulatory landscape, and/or cybersecurity.
• You have demonstrated success in securing top-tier press placements that have an impact on the client's bottom line.
• You are a thought partner with internal and external stakeholders and can think outside the box to create insightful and impactful media moments.
• You are a strong writer – persuasive, concise, creative, and quick!
• You are able to break down complicated issues in compelling, digestible and interesting comms.
• You are a strategic thinker, bring new ideas to the table, and love a good brainstorm.
• You have strong decision-making abilities and accountability.
• You are incredibly organized, detail oriented, and able to excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• You're willing to work select evenings/weekends and travel when necessary.
• You enjoy over-delivering rather than meeting expectations and take genuine pride in being part of something good.

$80,000 - $88,000 a year

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-o1wqp2-3-138-118-52-42 in your application.