Account Manager, Tech & Start Up PR

About the role

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is seeking an Account Manager with 5–6 years of experience in PR/Communications, specifically focused on technology, B2B, or startups. This role requires a tech enthusiast who can manage small-to-medium sized accounts independently and partner with senior leadership to scale strategy for our larger, global tech clients.

Responsibilities

• Account Stewardship: Serve as the primary point of contact for a roster of 4–6 clients, ensuring projects move from concept to completion and that internal teams stay motivated and on-task.
• Integrated Execution: Help develop and execute 360-degree communications strategies that span traditional B2B media relations, social-first content, and digital creator integration.
• Media Impact: Leverage your growing network of tech and business media contacts to secure needle-moving coverage. You know how to pitch a complex story and turn a technical launch into a cultural moment.
• High EQ: You possess exceptional situational awareness. You have the executive presence to command a meeting when necessary, but the humility and judgment to take a step back and empower your team or client to take the lead.
• Content Creation: Craft sharp, persuasive, and clear materials—from press releases and blog content to executive briefing notes and media pitches.
• Event & Media Logistics: Plan and execute media-specific events, including press conferences and influencer gatherings. You own the backend logistics—RSVPs, credentials, and on-site media wrangling—without skipping a beat.
• Mentorship & Growth: Proactively mentor and teach junior team members the inner workings of PR. We believe in building careers, and your leadership is vital to our team’s success.
• Strategic Brainstorming: Bring new, out-of-the-box ideas to the table unprompted. If you see a way to make a process better or a pitch sharper, we want you to own it.

Requirements

• The Tech Enthusiast: 5–6 years of experience in PR/Communications, with a specific focus on technology, B2B, or startups. You have a genuine opinion on the latest launch and stay ahead of industry trends.
• A Proven Leader: At least 1 year of experience managing client teams with direct oversight. You are ready to project-manage complex accounts and deliver high-quality results.
• A Generalist Mindset: You are curious by nature and eager to touch a variety of clients across hardware, gaming, fintech, healthtech, and more.
• An Exceptional Communicator: You are a fast, persuasive writer and a verbal communicator who can build deep trust with clients and media alike.
• A Highly Organized & Scrappy: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and take genuine pride in over-delivering on every project.
• A Flexible: Willing to work select evenings/weekends and travel to bring our clients’ biggest moments to life.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in managing client relationships and delivering high-quality results.
• Experience in developing and executing integrated communications strategies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience working with tech and business media contacts.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Skills

• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Experience with social media and digital marketing.
• Knowledge of traditional media relations and event planning.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and media.

Benefits

• $75,000 - $88,000 a year
• Annual merit-based bonuses
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Work from anywhere program
• Summer Fridays
• Wellness days
• Monthly Meet the Industry series
• Training and mentoring programs
• 401(k) with matching
• Additional perks such as a rooftop office space, community volunteering, and more

Pay

• $75,000 - $88,000 a year

Schedule

• Flexible work schedule