Burson North America
Account Director, Technology Communications
Burson North America, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Account Director, Technology Communications - Lead the Narrative, Shape the FutureOwn the Tech Story. Lead the Charge.Passionate about tech and its power to change the world? As an Account Director at Burson, you'll be at the forefront of tech PR, crafting narratives that resonate with millions and build lasting reputations for industry giants and disruptors alike.Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:Be the Client Champion:
Lead the strategic direction for your clients, understanding their goals and building trust as their go-to.Craft Winning Strategies:
Develop and execute impactful campaigns that blend media and influencer relations, thought leadership, and creative storytelling.Master the Media Landscape:
Cultivate strong relationships with top-tier tech and business media and secure impactful coverage that elevates your clients.Unleash Your Inner Storyteller:
Develop compelling content – from strategic plans to thought leadership pieces – that captures attention and drives results.Mentor Future PR Superstars:
Guide and inspire junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.You're Our Ideal Candidate If You:Live and Breathe Tech:
You're a true tech enthusiast, always curious about the latest trends and innovations.Thrive as a Leader:
You're a natural at inspiring teams, delegating effectively, and fostering a positive work environment.Have a Strategic Mind:
You can analyze complex challenges, identify opportunities, turn data into action and develop creative solutions.Are a Master Storyteller:
You can craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences and achieve specific goals.Love a Fast-Paced Environment:
You thrive under pressure, juggle multiple projects with ease, and always deliver exceptional results – all while having fun.Are a humble learner:
You are a “learn-it-all”, not a “know-it-all”, and want to work with a team that offers endless opportunities for leadership development and professional growth.Are a Global Team Player:
You crush it working with teams, colleagues and clients across different offices and time zones.Master the Art of a Deck:
You know how to build presentations that grab attention and drive hype.Like to Work Hard, Play Hard:
You want to work with a fun, collaborative, supportive and high performing team.You've Been There, Done That:You've been around the block and have 6+ years of experience in tech PR, with a proven track record of success.You have direct, hands-on experience with at least two of these industries: consumer electronics, semiconductors, automotive technology, or AI.You've launched devices and hardware, and know the ins and outs of product review programs.CES? You've been there, managed that, and have the results to prove it.You've led large-scale campaigns and know how to inspire a team to achieve amazing things.You've got a killer network of media contacts and industry influencers.We Got You Covered:Competitive compensation packages for salary and benefits.Hybrid work environment that offers the flexibility and balance of working from home and going into the office.Career growth opportunities through continued education, training & development courses, and Burson's Career Pathing program.Employee Resource Groups that provide our employees the platform to network, build key leadership skills, gain greater visibility and access to senior leadership, have an impact at Burson and the outside community and accelerate their careers.Paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days, as well as Summer Fridays. Our Flexible Holiday Policy includes nine paid holidays inclusive of Juneteenth and World Mental Health Day, with the option to swap out a company holiday for another personally significant day. We also offer paid time off for voting, jury duty, bereavement and school leave. In addition, our offices are closed for Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.Twelve weeks paid Parental Leave to bond with your new child, also inclusive of adoption and foster care.Wellness benefits including healthcare, vision, dental and pet insurance, as well as free virtual or in-person counselling for mental health.401K Savings and Investment Plans.Commuter benefits using pre-tax dollars per month to pay for eligible commuting & parking expenses.WPP Employee Discount Program based on client roster.About Burson:Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. Burson operates under WPP (NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at www.bursonglobal.comAt Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Burson does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, or ancestry.For more information, visit www.bursonglobal.comWhen you click the "Submit Application" button below, this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.Recruitment Privacy Noticehttps://www.bursonglobal.com/p/recruitment-privacy-noticeCalifornia Recruitment Privacy Noticehttps://www.bursonglobal.com/p/california-recruitment-privacy-noticeThe base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $60,000 to $140,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcomeOur careers page is designed to be accessible to everyone. If you need any specific accommodations during the application process, feel free to reach out to us at
appaccommodations@bursonglobal.com
. Please note that this email is for applicants needing special assistance, so we may not be able to reply to other inquiries.#LI-FB1
Lead the strategic direction for your clients, understanding their goals and building trust as their go-to.Craft Winning Strategies:
Develop and execute impactful campaigns that blend media and influencer relations, thought leadership, and creative storytelling.Master the Media Landscape:
Cultivate strong relationships with top-tier tech and business media and secure impactful coverage that elevates your clients.Unleash Your Inner Storyteller:
Develop compelling content – from strategic plans to thought leadership pieces – that captures attention and drives results.Mentor Future PR Superstars:
Guide and inspire junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.You're Our Ideal Candidate If You:Live and Breathe Tech:
You're a true tech enthusiast, always curious about the latest trends and innovations.Thrive as a Leader:
You're a natural at inspiring teams, delegating effectively, and fostering a positive work environment.Have a Strategic Mind:
You can analyze complex challenges, identify opportunities, turn data into action and develop creative solutions.Are a Master Storyteller:
You can craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences and achieve specific goals.Love a Fast-Paced Environment:
You thrive under pressure, juggle multiple projects with ease, and always deliver exceptional results – all while having fun.Are a humble learner:
You are a “learn-it-all”, not a “know-it-all”, and want to work with a team that offers endless opportunities for leadership development and professional growth.Are a Global Team Player:
You crush it working with teams, colleagues and clients across different offices and time zones.Master the Art of a Deck:
You know how to build presentations that grab attention and drive hype.Like to Work Hard, Play Hard:
You want to work with a fun, collaborative, supportive and high performing team.You've Been There, Done That:You've been around the block and have 6+ years of experience in tech PR, with a proven track record of success.You have direct, hands-on experience with at least two of these industries: consumer electronics, semiconductors, automotive technology, or AI.You've launched devices and hardware, and know the ins and outs of product review programs.CES? You've been there, managed that, and have the results to prove it.You've led large-scale campaigns and know how to inspire a team to achieve amazing things.You've got a killer network of media contacts and industry influencers.We Got You Covered:Competitive compensation packages for salary and benefits.Hybrid work environment that offers the flexibility and balance of working from home and going into the office.Career growth opportunities through continued education, training & development courses, and Burson's Career Pathing program.Employee Resource Groups that provide our employees the platform to network, build key leadership skills, gain greater visibility and access to senior leadership, have an impact at Burson and the outside community and accelerate their careers.Paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days, as well as Summer Fridays. Our Flexible Holiday Policy includes nine paid holidays inclusive of Juneteenth and World Mental Health Day, with the option to swap out a company holiday for another personally significant day. We also offer paid time off for voting, jury duty, bereavement and school leave. In addition, our offices are closed for Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.Twelve weeks paid Parental Leave to bond with your new child, also inclusive of adoption and foster care.Wellness benefits including healthcare, vision, dental and pet insurance, as well as free virtual or in-person counselling for mental health.401K Savings and Investment Plans.Commuter benefits using pre-tax dollars per month to pay for eligible commuting & parking expenses.WPP Employee Discount Program based on client roster.About Burson:Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. Burson operates under WPP (NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at www.bursonglobal.comAt Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Burson does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, or ancestry.For more information, visit www.bursonglobal.comWhen you click the "Submit Application" button below, this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.Recruitment Privacy Noticehttps://www.bursonglobal.com/p/recruitment-privacy-noticeCalifornia Recruitment Privacy Noticehttps://www.bursonglobal.com/p/california-recruitment-privacy-noticeThe base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $60,000 to $140,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcomeOur careers page is designed to be accessible to everyone. If you need any specific accommodations during the application process, feel free to reach out to us at
appaccommodations@bursonglobal.com
. Please note that this email is for applicants needing special assistance, so we may not be able to reply to other inquiries.#LI-FB1