Account Manager, PR Mobility & Transportation (Detroit) Job at Hill & Knowlton i

Account Manager, PR Mobility & Transportation (Detroit)

Responsibilities

• Serving as a client-facing leader on our automotive account, working with client contacts and internal teams to execute objectives and maintain client satisfaction
• Helping conceptualize and implement successful client programs
• Acting as a storyteller, shaping the client narrative to secure media placements
• Maintaining strong relationships with key endemic, business and trade media contacts – this will come to life as a region PR lead for both media and trade association events
• Staffing events with our clients or on behalf of our clients; the role will require some travel
• Developing and supporting client strategy and planning
• Demonstrating and encouraging creativity and innovation, both from a client service and team culture standpoint
• Effectively articulating ideas to clients, colleagues and others using your strong communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrating a passion for all things automotive – being on the pulse of what’s happening in the industry and understanding the implications for our client
• Well-versed in synthesizing information to deliver timely insights
• Helping lead and mentor a talented group of agency professionals, overseeing project management, day-to-day account work and individual client programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ PR/strategic communications experience; agency experience preferred
• Undergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related experience is preferred
• Background in the automotive industry
• A firm grasp of the media landscape and a solid bench of key media contacts
• Experience working with junior team members, account management and career development initiatives
• Track record of success developing and executing PR/communications programs to achieve a client’s objectives
• Proven success in building and maintaining strong relationships with client contacts
• Ability to communicate with charisma and ease in a variety of forums including client meetings
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects, meet deadlines and work with quality and efficiency
• Adaptable self-starter, able to work independently and collaborate within a complex, multi-agency environment including remote team members
• Professionalism, poise and confidence participating in a variety of situations including client presentations and events

Benefits

• The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $60,000 to $140,000
• We offer a competitive benefits package, click here for more details - mybenefits.wpp.com

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