The James Agency is hiring: Public Relations Account Manager in Scottsdale

Description
The PR account manager works directly with media partners, social media influencers and clients to produce unpaid earned media coverage. The PR account manager supports the PR department through multiple responsibilities for a variety of clients.

Responsibilities

Obtain earned media coverage for clients

Oversee and recommend PR strategies for clients and the agency

Generate media lists for client initiatives

Maintain positive relationships and outreach with media

Secure partnerships and collaborations

Manage all incoming PR requestsConsistently come up with new ideas and opportunities to promote clients

Create strategic presentations

Correspond with clients daily

Participate in agency-wide strategy and planning sessions for clients

Send press releases and pitches

Client meetings and phone calls

Interdepartmental collaboration to compile integrated strategies *

Tracking and clipping client and agency media mentions

Provide reporting to clients

Monitor, apply for and track award submissions

Pitch new business opportunities, as needed

Crisis communications, as needed

Occasional event concept, planning and coordination

Drive influencer social media coverage for clients

Maintain positive relationships and outreach with media and influencers

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Journalism preferred

Passion for all things PR related

Experience with Cision and Critical Mention insights preferred

Proficiency with video editing is a plus, but not mandatory

Strong copywriting and copy-editing skills

Excellent critical thinking skills

Event planning experience

Knowledge of historical, current, and future trends in the PR space

Outstanding time management skills with the ability to multitask

Detail-oriented approach with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Computer proficiency, including experience with iOS, Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Team-oriented attitude and approach to getting work done, as well as the ability to work with and learn from others

Reliable and flexible, when necessary

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