IPG DXTRA
Account Director, Earned Media Strategy
IPG DXTRA, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
About the Opportunity
Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.The Weber Shandwick team is seeking an Account Director, Earned Media Strategy with exceptional earned strategy and media relations prowess to support an automotive client in the fleet and commercial space. The ideal candidate will have experience working across automotive sectors, including B2C and B2B. Brand building, executive visibility, earned media strategy, writing, pitching, and media monitoring are part of this job.About you:
Are you someone who knows the modern media landscape and has a unique experience telling stories for B2B and B2C? Do you love the thrill of the pitch and building relationships with media? We are looking for a highly collaborative, original thinker who is endlessly curious about the intersections of the fleet and commercial business, our client's business priorities, vehicles, in-vehicle technologies, people, culture, brands, and media. We want someone who can frame a problem, develop succinct insights, and explain what it all means in a compelling story. Come grow your career as part of our leading community of earned media strategists.ResponsibilitiesPossesses superlative AP Style writing skillsBuilds and maintains excellent relationships with mediaUnderstands industry landscape/issues that may directly and indirectly impact a clientEndlessly curious about our client's business and their competitorsVehicle and technology knowledge and curiosityProactively and reactively crafts and tells compelling stories on behalf of clientsLeads the development of and is responsible for the execution of earned and integrated media programsDevelops strategies/plans and writes media materialsBrings a client-focused attitude that results in work being performed to the highest quality standardsCounsels and interacts effectively with clients and leaders at client organizationsServes as key team member on client and inter-agency teamsMentors, coaches and develops direct reports and more junior team membersCultivates and participates in new business opportunities and pitchesCompetenciesBusiness Acumen
- align talent strategies to drive business goalsClient Service
- client focus and ability to build trust and rapport across all levelsProactivity
- exhibit relentless pursuit for new and innovative talent strategiesCollaboration
- build strong relationships at all levels across the organizationCritical Thinking
- ask probing questions; anticipate and address critical talent gaps and needsConflict Resolution
- possess sound judgment and savvy in navigating and resolving complex talent and organizational issuesBasic Qualifications4-8 years of experience.Experience leading projects from start to finish, working with integrated teams across various disciplines.Earned strategy and media relations experienceBachelor's degreeThe Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:MedicalDentalVision401k (with employer match)Tuition ReimbursementJuice Money - $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soulMyDays - Flexible holiday schedulesShort-Term DisabilityPaid Employee Family LeaveFamily Building BenefitWeber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.
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Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.The Weber Shandwick team is seeking an Account Director, Earned Media Strategy with exceptional earned strategy and media relations prowess to support an automotive client in the fleet and commercial space. The ideal candidate will have experience working across automotive sectors, including B2C and B2B. Brand building, executive visibility, earned media strategy, writing, pitching, and media monitoring are part of this job.About you:
Are you someone who knows the modern media landscape and has a unique experience telling stories for B2B and B2C? Do you love the thrill of the pitch and building relationships with media? We are looking for a highly collaborative, original thinker who is endlessly curious about the intersections of the fleet and commercial business, our client's business priorities, vehicles, in-vehicle technologies, people, culture, brands, and media. We want someone who can frame a problem, develop succinct insights, and explain what it all means in a compelling story. Come grow your career as part of our leading community of earned media strategists.ResponsibilitiesPossesses superlative AP Style writing skillsBuilds and maintains excellent relationships with mediaUnderstands industry landscape/issues that may directly and indirectly impact a clientEndlessly curious about our client's business and their competitorsVehicle and technology knowledge and curiosityProactively and reactively crafts and tells compelling stories on behalf of clientsLeads the development of and is responsible for the execution of earned and integrated media programsDevelops strategies/plans and writes media materialsBrings a client-focused attitude that results in work being performed to the highest quality standardsCounsels and interacts effectively with clients and leaders at client organizationsServes as key team member on client and inter-agency teamsMentors, coaches and develops direct reports and more junior team membersCultivates and participates in new business opportunities and pitchesCompetenciesBusiness Acumen
- align talent strategies to drive business goalsClient Service
- client focus and ability to build trust and rapport across all levelsProactivity
- exhibit relentless pursuit for new and innovative talent strategiesCollaboration
- build strong relationships at all levels across the organizationCritical Thinking
- ask probing questions; anticipate and address critical talent gaps and needsConflict Resolution
- possess sound judgment and savvy in navigating and resolving complex talent and organizational issuesBasic Qualifications4-8 years of experience.Experience leading projects from start to finish, working with integrated teams across various disciplines.Earned strategy and media relations experienceBachelor's degreeThe Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:MedicalDentalVision401k (with employer match)Tuition ReimbursementJuice Money - $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soulMyDays - Flexible holiday schedulesShort-Term DisabilityPaid Employee Family LeaveFamily Building BenefitWeber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.
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