Public Relations Account Manager

Overview

(This position will be based out of our Syracuse, New York or Rochester, New York office)

We’re looking for a talented

Public Relations Account Manager

to join our growing team at PHG!

Responsibilities

Serve as day-to-day tactical lead for clients, including both internal and externalclient calls and meetings

Possess a strong sense of tactical execution, while learning strategic planning

Lead pitching efforts across broadcast, print and online

Cultivates and maintains strong media relationships

Skilled at drafting media and client-facing materials, including pitches, talking points, prep docs, and press releases

Adhere to deadlines and deliver work on time

Communicate effectively, both internally and externally, across accounts

Manage time well and proactively; initiate ownership of projects

Qualifications

5+ years of Public Relations experience, agency experience preferred

Proven track record of media relations experience

Experience within developing client relationships

Ability to think through communication strategies and deliver tangible results

Ability to write stylistically and shift writing styles based on client deliverables & internal meetings

Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

Ability to work independently and in a dynamic, high energy, team-oriented atmosphere

Must exhibit professionalism with clients and internal staff at all times

Comfortable working across industries

Insurance industry experience a plus

Why We’re Hiring

The short answer? We’re looking to keep a good thing going. An independently owned full-service marketing agency, Pinckney Hugo Group has grown consistently over the past 20 or so years.

We’ve created bigger and better work, added to our capabilities and expanded to serve a wider range of regional, national and international clients. It’s all happened because we’ve been able to bring in incredibly talented and dedicated people to help build something special. And because we don’t plan on slowing down anytime soon, we’re posting career opportunities like this one.

Why PHG?

For starters, you’ll have the chance to work on some of the biggest brands and most exciting projects in the world — all from right here in Upstate New York, and in some cases, from the comfort of your home.

You’ll be challenged, but you’ll never be on your own. What we offer takes a full team. And we’re just that — a team. A group of complementary talents that, when unleashed together, can do anything we set our minds to.

Some of our comprehensive and competitive benefits include :

Hybrid work – split your week between working in our office or at home

Paid parental leave

Resources for savings and investments such as our 401(k) plan with company match

Company-sponsored events and swag

Dog friendly work environment

Opportunities to learn, develop, network, and connect

Total compensation for this role is designed to be competitive with the market. The anticipated salary range for this Syracuse, NY-based position is $75,000 to $95,000 per year. The final offer will depend on the candidate's experience, skills, abilities, and geographic location, along with other business and organizational considerations. PHG also provides a comprehensive benefits package; for more information, please visit our website.

Application and Diversity Statement

OUR HIRING PHILOSOPHY

At Pinckney Hugo Group, we believe that diversity improves our agency and helps us to better serve our clients by offering different views, perspectives and experiences. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and team and aspire to better reflect the brands and people we serve. We strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQAI+ community, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply to join our team. No matter who you are, you\'ll find opportunity here. We\'ll empower you to work on amazing brands with incredible teams, all while giving you the space you need to make this time whatever you want it to be. Apply today and explore all the ways you can grow with us. You\'ll be glad you did — and we will too.

Please include a cover letter with your resume submission.

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