Public Relations Manager Job at 24 Seven Talent in Minneapolis

As a PR Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind crafting and executing strategic PR and influencer marketing strategies that make our clients the talk of the town. You’ll lead by example, guiding a dynamic team of PR pros to think outside the atmosphere and deliver results that don’t just meet expectations—they shatter them. Your role is to ensure that every client campaign is a home run, every team member grows under your mentorship, and every new opportunity is seized with creativity and precision.

Responsibilities:

Media Relations Mastery:

• Lead the creation and innovation of PR plans that resonate across all media platforms and drive client success.
• Provide strategic insights on campaigns that speak directly to consumer needs and solve client challenges.
• Utilize your strong media relationships at local, regional, and national levels to keep clients in the spotlight.
• Develop and polish PR materials—pitches, press releases, talking points, and more—that capture attention.
• Maintain a network of close-knit freelance media contacts that can be tapped into for any campaign.

Strategic Thinking & Planning:

• Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring the agency and it's clients are always leading, never following.
• Bring a futuristic mindset to the table, pushing boundaries and introducing innovative ideas that drive results.
• Champion integrated campaigns that seamlessly blend PR, influencer marketing, and social media, delivering measurable business impact.

Departmental Oversight & Leadership:

• Play a pivotal role in growing PR division, from hiring top talent to exploring new business ventures.
• Lead with vision and determination, solving problems, inspiring creativity, and removing barriers for your team and clients.
• Manage budgets with an eye for detail, ensuring all activities contribute to the agency’s overall success.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of integrated PR campaigns, guiding your team to meet KPIs and stay ahead of the curve.
• Conduct status reviews and team meetings

Business Development:

• Collaborate with the new business team to create and pitch strategic PR campaigns that win clients.
• Actively seek and close new business opportunities
• Stay informed about clients’ industries, using your knowledge to identify upsell opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Consistently deliver fresh, creative ideas that keep clients coming back for more.

Administrative Excellence:

• Stay on top of team hours and client budgets, making adjustments as needed to maintain profitability.
• Ensure that client KPIs are met and tracked

Requirements:

• 5-7 years in public relations, with a preference for a strong media relations background.
• 3+ years of agency experience is a plus.
• Proven leadership in managing and developing a high-performing team.
• 5+ years of experience in relationship building and strategic PR, marketing, or communications.
• Deep understanding of the current media landscape and earned media strategies, with established media relationships at the local, regional, and national levels.
• Strong project management and budgeting skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including proofreading and editing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, flexible work environment.