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Job description
Seeking smart, ambitious account directors with a passion for storytelling.
If you find ownership and being in the thick of the action exhilarating, and you relish the opportunity to advise clients and solve difficult problems while leading and working with smart, fun, and experienced teammates, then look no further.
The Hoffman Agency is a global public relations and integrated marketing communications consultancy that crafts stories to build brands.
We are seeking account directors who want to be on the frontline of strategy and execution with a passion for storytelling, mentoring, and a commitment to excellence. Must also have a sense of humor and appetite for working in a positive team environment.
Skills and Responsibilities
This role involves running accounts and client campaigns:
Oversee 4-6 accounts, and dive in deep in both strategy and execution, to ensure the deliverables are streamlined and exceed client expectations.
Manage direct report(s) while coaching and mentoring junior team members, providing feedback, actionable steps, and setting goals to support career advancement at Hoffman.
Develop strong relationships with clients through strategic council, providing recommendations, and setting expectations for program execution and results.
Drive strategy for media pitching, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
Contribute to RFPs and pitch decks and participate in new business presentations.
Advocate for Hoffman’s service offerings, providing education on Hoffman’s capabilities to enhance client impact and business growth.
Develop and execute media strategy, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
Review key content pieces (such as press releases Q&A documents, bylines), and drive development of key messages and PR plans for clients.
Oversee and review all reporting efforts, track results against annual goals, and drive client satisfaction
Key Attributes
Passion for tech PR
Leader and team player
Initiative and accountability
Entrepreneurial nature and attitude
Curious and excited to learn new things
Critical and proactive thinker
SENSE OF HUMOR
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, PR/Advertising, Communications, Journalism or Liberal Arts
8 years of public relations experience (agency experience is preferred)
Report into one of our office locations (Boston, Portland, or San Jose)
Experience managing multiple B2B accounts including developing and executing PR plans
Superior writing and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal and time management skills
Adept with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
People-centered benefits
20 PTO days
11 holidays including MLK day, President’s Day, and Floating Holiday
Birthday PTO
401(k) match
Going the extra kilometer (gain extra time off from going above and beyond)
Knock-off early on Fridays!
Weekly Wellness Hour
Sabbatical program
Home office stipend
Wellness and Professional Development Fund
If you are interested in this position, apply online today at:
Our Account Director salary ranges between $115,000 - $140,000, depending on experience and location.
We will contact all shortlisted candidates.
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Worksite address
san jose, CA, 95199, US
Who can apply
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