Account Director, Beauty

Company Overview:

Our client is a well-known, creative and innovative public relations firm with an immense global presence.  They pride themselves on investing in a team that is diverse, tenacious and forward-thinking.  With strategists, analysts, producers, designers, developers and campaign activators at the forefront, they have been honored by AdAge, A-List Agency and Cannes Lions.  Their company culture is fast-paced, welcoming and warm.

Position Overview:

In this role you will maintain daily client contact and prospect information.

Responsibilities:

• Develop long term plans and program recommendations for clients, demonstrating beauty category expertise 
• Leverage trends and category knowledge to generate new ideas and opportunities to ensure client program success 
• Develop strategies, proposals and oversee ongoing local events 
• Manage spokesperson relationships, including recommending, negotiating, training and activating brand-appropriate subject matter experts 
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with beauty media and influencers 
• Account for quality control and final review of client correspondence, proposals, press materials, messaging, and Q&A 

Key Qualifications:

• 6+ years public relations experience, with demonstrated experience in beauty category 
• Prior agency experience 
• Strong consumer beauty brand and/or retail experience 
• Experience building PR strategies that meet both corporate and consumer objectives 
• Experience with new and social media strategies and campaigns 
• A proficient client strategist and team leader