Jennifer Bett Communications is hiring: PR Senior Manager, Food + Beverage in Ne

About the Job
As senior team members, our Senior Managers execute media relations and pitching efforts, manage and foster junior team talent, drive creative strategy, and own day-to-day client relations - reporting to their division’s VP and executive management. This includes brainstorming creative pitch angles, pitching + securing product placements, building and maintaining media lists, and more for a roster of some of today’s most exciting consumer brands. The ideal candidate has an expressed interest in all things food and drink, the gear that accompanies, emerging products, and inspiring experiences. This role also has access to JBC’s learning and development programs designed explicitly for senior team members - including writing workshops, management workshops, and more.

Your Responsibilities

Developing PR strategies and dynamic pitches to meet client objectives and goals

Planning and execution of client PR strategies

Initiating new, creative pitches and brand-building opportunities

Pitching and securing feature stories, brand stories, etc. on the national and regional level across online, print, broadcast, and podcast media

Drafting of press releases as necessary

Monthly client reporting

Communicating with clients regularly via email, phone, Slack and virtual meetings; building a strong relationship with clients

Communicating daily with editors/media and continuing to build strong relationships with key editors in business, food, beverage, CPG, lifestyle and more

Mentoring and managing junior staff

Position Reports to
Vice President of Food and Beverage

About You

5 + years of lifestyle PR experience with significant agency experience

A strong editorial network of product reviewers, innovation media, sustainability editors, broadcast producers, and industry writers

A clear vision of the evolving food and beverage industry and competitive landscape

Naturally proactive, with outstanding attention to detail and meticulous organizational skills

A people person, skilled at building and nurturing relationships, with proven experience in supportive team management

Skilled writer and communicator

Ability to both balance many priorities and act resourcefully, all while maintaining a positive attitude

Vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement if hired. Candidates may request an accommodation due to disability, sincerely held religious belief or exception required under applicable law.

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Location

Hybrid: 3 days remote + 2 days in-office in New York, NY or Beverly Hills, CA

Contact
careers@jbc-pr.com

Benefits

Flexible paid time off policy, including vacation + additional paid caregiver leave

4-day workweeks in the Summer and early closures on Fridays, Fall through Spring

12 weeks paid leave to bond with a newly born, adopted, or fostered child, with a 6-month waiting period for full-time employees

Inclusive holiday calendar and a paid break in December, running from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day

Comprehensive health insurance for all employees, and a 401k matching plan for you to invest in your future

In-house committees that plan monthly programming as it relates to internships, team-building, community service, employee recognition, and more

Monthly stipend toward cell phone

Flexible working schedules and a hybrid in-office schedule with Fridays always remote

No waiting period for paid sick leave

Generous bereavement leave policy, including pregnancy loss

Agency-wide Mental Health Days

Additional Mental Health paid time away for parents each week

Pay
Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

EEO Statement
Jennifer Bett Communications, LLC (“JBC”) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. JBC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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