Senior Public Relations Manager

About the role

JSA+Partners, a tight-knit, fast-paced boutique public relations firm, is looking for a Senior PR Manager to join our growing team. This person will oversee clients across consumer tech, digital entertainment, sports and gaming and drive strategy and growth for our clients. You would be responsible for leading and managing clients, executing media relations and thought leadership strategies, expanding new business opportunities, and driving innovation at the firm… but you’re also ready and willing to roll up your sleeves and get the little things done too. This is a great chance to join a small team and make a big impact.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts across consumer tech, digital entertainment, sports and gaming.
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans that elevate the profiles of JSA+Partners clients and position executives as industry thought leaders.
• Engage in proactive, creative idea generation and trendjacking opportunities on behalf of clients.
• Secure interviews and meet-and-greets for clients in outlets spanning consumer tech, business, and digital media.
• Media train key spokespeople and prepare them for media interactions and speaking engagements.
• Identify and apply for high-impact conferences, awards, and other valuable thought leadership opportunities.
• Maintain, develop, and grow strong media relationships, pitch thoughtful story ideas, and draft creative written materials that reflect an understanding of our clients’ businesses.
• Keep a pulse on digital media, consumer technology, and gaming industry trends as they unfold.
• Advise clients on LinkedIn and social media strategy, as needed.
• Collaborate on providing communications guidance for issues management.
• Assist in new business development.
• Build relationships/network with decision-makers to source and acquire new business opportunities.

Requirements

• At least 6-8+ years of experience in public relations and communications (agency or in-house).
• Love the craft of public relations and communications.
• Have exceptional media relations skills and established reporter relationships in business, technology, advertising, entertainment and other key verticals.
• Have a strong track record of building and securing thought leadership opportunities for executives and key company spokespeople.
• Have excellent relationship-building skills and sound judgment.