Ketchum U.S.
Vice President, Group Manager, Media (Financial Communications)
Ketchum U.S., New York, New York, us, 10261
Vice President, Group Manager, Media (Financial Communications)
New York, New York, United States
About Ketchum
As a global communications consultancy with 100 years of experience, Ketchum is a trusted partner who is equal parts creative and analytical. Ketchum is a place where all perspectives and points of view are welcome and encouraged. We are a collection of communications specialists, content creators, creatives, researchers, data analysts, media pros, digital strategists, issues and crisis counselors, and tech nerds. And we love when those worlds collide to create the very best teams and solutions for our clients. We work with the world’s leading brands, emerging start-ups, and everything in between. We are beyond proud to have created some of the most celebrated and award‑winning campaigns in our industry. We’re just crazy enough to think we can impact the world – and how it responds to ideas – through communication. We encourage our employees to be curious, brave, inspiring, and a force for good. Let’s talk. Come belong at Ketchum!
Overview
We're looking for our next Vice President, Media to join our award‑winning agency in providing strategic media counsel while crafting some of the most creative and compelling storylines for our clients. This person isn't afraid to think outside the box and will have deep‑rooted connections with all top‑tier media, primarily in B2B, consumer, and financial business trades, and will have the opportunity to work across industry groups and marketplaces with other passionate media professionals like yourself.
Client Management Responsibilities
Serve as senior counsel to designated clients and account teams
Develop a consultative relationship between team members, account teams, and key client contacts to include regular and proactive one‑on‑one interactions, and direct correspondence with teams and clients
Leadership
Shape the agency perspective on media relations and strategy; recognized as an agency media expert
Play a leadership role in the NY office and reinforce Ketchum values to the team and office at large
Establish leadership role in agency’s Global Media Network, sharing best practices and successes with the group
Increase visibility throughout North America for best practices, trends, and developments in media relations
Actively share knowledge, resources, experience, etc. with the media team, account teams, and New York leadership team
Stay on top of news and PR trends in the industry, bring them to the attention of clients and associates, as appropriate, and lead the group’s education and learning initiatives
Responsible for managing feedback, expectations, and results for projects with assigned practices, and for continuing to evolve and establish feedback standards
Business Development
Seek incremental business opportunities with existing account teams/clients
Function as a key player in pursuing new business opportunities and in leading the media strategy portion of the proposal and presentation processes
Qualifications
BS/BA degree in marketing, media, communications, business or related field and a minimum of ten years of combined public relations, marketing communications, or media experience
Demonstrated success in senior‑level media relations, including a strategic understanding of all channels (including social media, video, and content partnerships) in relation to media mix
Ability to quickly become knowledgeable of Ketchum’s proprietary tools and apply those tools and technology to client work
Ability to share media‑related insights and trends with teams and clients in order to mobilize, develop, and motivate
Strong quantitative and analytical abilities
Proven ability to make a professional and positive impression with senior management within client organizations
Ability to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and keep the manager and team effectively updated on task progress
Excellent verbal, written, project management, and presentation skills
The salary range for this position is $155,000 - $185,000. This position may be bonus eligible depending on individual employee performance and Ketchum business performance. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available.
What We Offer
Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office
Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Family forming benefits
Employee recognition program
Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule
Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life
Monthly cell phone & Wi‑Fi reimbursement
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About Ketchum
As a global communications consultancy with 100 years of experience, Ketchum is a trusted partner who is equal parts creative and analytical. Ketchum is a place where all perspectives and points of view are welcome and encouraged. We are a collection of communications specialists, content creators, creatives, researchers, data analysts, media pros, digital strategists, issues and crisis counselors, and tech nerds. And we love when those worlds collide to create the very best teams and solutions for our clients. We work with the world’s leading brands, emerging start-ups, and everything in between. We are beyond proud to have created some of the most celebrated and award‑winning campaigns in our industry. We’re just crazy enough to think we can impact the world – and how it responds to ideas – through communication. We encourage our employees to be curious, brave, inspiring, and a force for good. Let’s talk. Come belong at Ketchum!
Overview
We're looking for our next Vice President, Media to join our award‑winning agency in providing strategic media counsel while crafting some of the most creative and compelling storylines for our clients. This person isn't afraid to think outside the box and will have deep‑rooted connections with all top‑tier media, primarily in B2B, consumer, and financial business trades, and will have the opportunity to work across industry groups and marketplaces with other passionate media professionals like yourself.
Client Management Responsibilities
Serve as senior counsel to designated clients and account teams
Develop a consultative relationship between team members, account teams, and key client contacts to include regular and proactive one‑on‑one interactions, and direct correspondence with teams and clients
Leadership
Shape the agency perspective on media relations and strategy; recognized as an agency media expert
Play a leadership role in the NY office and reinforce Ketchum values to the team and office at large
Establish leadership role in agency’s Global Media Network, sharing best practices and successes with the group
Increase visibility throughout North America for best practices, trends, and developments in media relations
Actively share knowledge, resources, experience, etc. with the media team, account teams, and New York leadership team
Stay on top of news and PR trends in the industry, bring them to the attention of clients and associates, as appropriate, and lead the group’s education and learning initiatives
Responsible for managing feedback, expectations, and results for projects with assigned practices, and for continuing to evolve and establish feedback standards
Business Development
Seek incremental business opportunities with existing account teams/clients
Function as a key player in pursuing new business opportunities and in leading the media strategy portion of the proposal and presentation processes
Qualifications
BS/BA degree in marketing, media, communications, business or related field and a minimum of ten years of combined public relations, marketing communications, or media experience
Demonstrated success in senior‑level media relations, including a strategic understanding of all channels (including social media, video, and content partnerships) in relation to media mix
Ability to quickly become knowledgeable of Ketchum’s proprietary tools and apply those tools and technology to client work
Ability to share media‑related insights and trends with teams and clients in order to mobilize, develop, and motivate
Strong quantitative and analytical abilities
Proven ability to make a professional and positive impression with senior management within client organizations
Ability to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and keep the manager and team effectively updated on task progress
Excellent verbal, written, project management, and presentation skills
The salary range for this position is $155,000 - $185,000. This position may be bonus eligible depending on individual employee performance and Ketchum business performance. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available.
What We Offer
Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office
Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Family forming benefits
Employee recognition program
Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule
Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life
Monthly cell phone & Wi‑Fi reimbursement
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