Rubenstein Public Relations (RPR) is a leading, full-service, mid-size public relations agency based in New York. With more than 30 years of experience, we have built a reputation for launching and tipping brands, while placing top-tier broadcast, print and digital media. We represent a compelling roster of clients in business, technology, real estate, finance, luxury consumer products, sustainability, entertainment, health and wellness, social impact, and the nonprofit sector.
RPR strives to paint a landscape that is unique in the world of PR. We offer a versatile, entrepreneurial atmosphere, with a nontraditional approach in a collaborative environment. We hire go-getters, and seek diverse talent and motivated individuals and are committed to creating a vibrant and successful team.
Position:
RPR is seeking a talented and dynamic Account Director to join our growing team. A successful candidate will have at least 6+ years’ of agency experience and a commitment to provide exceptional client service.
*This is an in-office role Monday through Thursday at our Midtown Manhattan office. Fridays are remote.
Responsibilities:
- Develop strategic plans/programs for all assigned clients and oversee the implementation of all plans/programs by team members ensuring the highest quality and client service
- Oversee the day to day operations of all accounts with responsibility for deadlines and budget adherence
- Produce high quality content across all forms of media
- Cultivate relationships with existing media contacts and continually source new contacts
- Pitch and place coverage for clients in top tier publications
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior level staff supervising quality and performance and ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly defined
- Actively participate in new business efforts and seek opportunities to grow assigned accounts and source new opportunities
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS in public relations, journalism, business communications, or related field
- 6+ years’ agency experience preferably in luxury brands, consumer products or hospitality
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Client facing with the ability to persuade and influence
- Proactive with strong attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task and work with tight deadlines
- Established media contacts
RPR offers a competitive compensation and benefits package with an exciting and engaging work environment. We are committed to hiring and developing extraordinary talent and are dedicated to creating diverse teams to bring the best results to everything we do. We look forward to getting to know you.
To comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, the Company believes the target range of base compensation for this exempt role is $80k-$95k/yr. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and location.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Schedule:
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Application Question(s):
- What are your salary expectations?
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10019 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY 10019: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10019
