Lou Hammond Group is hiring: Vice President Public Relations in Charleston

Lou Hammond Group is a full-service, award-winning agency offering marketing, public relations, social media, integrated campaigns and strategic services. With 40 employees and 7 offices in South Carolina, New York, Utah, Florida, Texas and Georgia, our top-tier client list spans major destinations, cruise lines, real estate and attractions. We focus on results and excellence while maintaining spirit, integrity and style.

Role Description

LHG is seeking a hands-on, vice president role for its Charleston office. Responsibilities include leading a collection of accounts and providing exemplary management to a skilled team of PR professionals as well as cultivating relationships with top-tier media and new business prospects.

• Strategic communications
• Client communication lead
• Team management, providing guidance on campaign execution, client communication, and professional development
• Established media contacts and expert media relations
• Organize and press trips, desk side meetings and media missions
• Press event planning
• Source marketing partnerships/promotion opportunities
• Crisis communications
• Prospecting for new business

Talent / Experience

• BA/BS from a four-year accredited university
• 8+ years full-time public relations agency or PR-related experience (agency experience is a must)
• Confident in new business pitches and presentations
• Creative thinking
• Strong detail and organizational skills, sensitivity to deadlines
• Strong writing skills (AP style), familiar PR software and Microsoft Office programs
• Travel and real estate industry knowledge a plus

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Public Relations and Communications Services

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