Account Director, Content (Film/Television/Streaming) Job at Sunshine Sachs Morg

Overview

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis represents clients across entertainment, social good, tech and lifestyle. We tell their stories through a variety of mediums. We’re proud of each campaign we execute, and we maintain a small digital footprint by design. If you are fired up and ready to do good, join us!

Position

We have an immediate opening for an Account Director in our Los Angeles offices on the Film/Television/Streaming team. This is for someone with at least 7 years in media relations, strong press contacts, and a clear understanding of how to maneuver film or television releases, festivals, awards, and the evolving streaming landscape.

Role focus

You know the ins and outs of the television/film/streaming world, from red carpet premieres to developing strategic campaigns, ideation, and cross-channel engagement. You will work with talent, partners, vendors, and internal teams to bring entertainment moments to life. You may touch production companies, directors or content creators and see this as an opportunity to grow.

Responsibilities Include

• Leading account teams and managing projects from start to finish.
• Developing and executing comprehensive integrated media and communications strategies.
• Developing an impactful and trusting relationship with clients.
• Managing complex client issues and providing thoughtful counsel in stressful situations.
• Leading new business meetings and creating proposals as needed.
• Partnering and collaborating with senior level colleagues on integrated and bi-coastal accounts.
• Participating in new business meetings and creating proposals as needed.
• Training and mentoring junior staff on PR, media relations, and client management.
• Responding to client requests and ensuring timely, efficient service.

You Should Apply If

• You have at least 8 years of public relations experience, with a focus on film and television.
• You are a strong writer – persuasive, concise, creative, and quick.
• You have a growing list of relationships with entertainment media and can leverage them for opportunities.
• You are a strategic thinker, bring new ideas, and enjoy brainstorming.
• You have innate curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• You are incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects.
• You enjoy overdelivering and take pride in being part of something good.

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 a year

Benefits x Perks

We offer medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with matching, annual merit-based bonuses, PTO, fertility benefits, FSA for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses. Additional perks include flexible schedule, Work from Anywhere program, Summer Fridays, Wellness Days, and a 4-week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries. We host collaborative workspaces, rooftop offices in some locations, celebrations, networking opportunities, and community volunteering. We observe holidays and provide opportunities to listen, learn and act (e.g., Juneteenth, Election Day, International Women’s Day).

SSM&L is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

There’s more!

From day one, employees are matched with a mentor to guide their path to success. We offer training and mentoring year-round, with opportunities for professional and personal growth. We provide teaching workshops structured for each level of the company. Sunshiners can participate in the monthly Meet the Media series for insider pitching tips.