Account Manager - VIP

Department: VIPLocation: PURPLE LA Description Purple has a unique opportunity for a senior level publicist to join our global PR agency’s CA office leading luxury fashion/VIP accounts. As a senior lead for the VIP, Influencer services team, this individual must have a proven track record of developing and executing strategic, integrated media/event/influencer campaigns and successfully managing and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have agency experience with fashion weeks, event activations and luxury fashion brands. Strong media contacts and personal relationships are a must. The Account Manager will work closely with the VIP & Fashion team based in NY & LA. You will be the supporting on accounts and projects, serving as a trusted strategist and expert voice for clients. This individual will serve as a mentor, manager, and lead example for all account teams on client management, results, staff development and strategic brand guidance. Key Responsibilities Proactively builds and implements strategy for clientsEvaluate and understand client business objectives and crafts strategies that reflects those business objectivesPull and collaborate with different divisions across the agency and office to ensure the client is getting access to the agency's network-wide expertise Manage client benchmarks and deliver strong media coverage through leadership and guidance Consistently produce high quality internal and external communications content Manage and motivate other members of the team to ensure day to day operations run smoothly and PR results are delivered, while supporting them in their growth to the next level Collaborate with division heads and project teams as necessary to seamlessly integrate cultural programming into project strategy and schedule and ensure successful execution of press and social media campaigns, special events, collaborations, and/or other deliverablesReporting The ability to work across multiple brands while meeting and maintaining client expectationsMaintain strong client relationships with regular contact including updates, ideas, meetings and regular results reportingMaintain and foster new relationships with VIP stylists and Influencers utilizing the Purple showrooms and meeting spaces Skills, Knowledge and Expertise 4 years of fashion/VIP public relations experience at a PR agency and or brand Knowledge of key stylist, publicists, managers/agents, and influencer contacts across key social media platforms including Instagram & TikTokProven track record of dressing celebrities and a database of top stylists, influencers, and socialsAbility to be very nimble and work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environmentIntegrated communications campaign conception beyond traditional mediaArticulates ideas confidently and succinctly and is comfortable with public speaking and presentationsSuperior high-level media contacts across broadcast, print and online mediaA “proactive” attitude and team mentality and experience leading a teamExcellent written and verbal communication skills Exceptional problem-resolution skills, including the ability to think creatively and outside the boxKnowledge of media monitoring and performance monitoring platforms including launchmetrics, Muck Rack and Influencer intelligence