Account Director, Technology
About The Position
The Account Director, Technology will lead day-to-day communications programs for a leading technology client spanning professional services, AI, telecommunications, semiconductors, cybersecurity, and business transformation. The role calls for a strategic communicator and earned media leader with a strong understanding of the B2B enterprise technology landscape and the ability to translate complex business and technology topics into clear, impactful narratives. The Account Director will drive integrated communications around executive thought leadership platforms, major industry moments, announcements, and flagship events; counsel senior clients; lead proactive media relations and storytelling strategies; oversee account operations and financial performance; mentor a high-performing team; and contribute to agency growth and cross-functional collaboration.
Requirements
- 5–7+ years of experience in integrated communications or PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within an applicable industry.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- May need to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Technology client experience.
- Established media relationships and a demonstrated track record of proactively developing and placing compelling stories.
- Experience developing earned media strategies.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate industry developments, cultural trends, and audience insights into strategic communications recommendations.
- Strong presentation and consulting skills.
- Demonstrated creative and strategic mindset.
- High level of initiative and accountability for role on projects.
- Experience building and managing a team from the ground up.
- Experience working globally or with colleagues in multiple locations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced agency environment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day execution of communications programs across several lines of business.
- Drive news and storytelling around major client and industry moments and flagship events.
- Develop compelling story angles, lead the action team in proactive pitching, and help shape earned media strategies.
- Write and edit communications materials, including pitches, messaging, executive briefing documents, media lists, and coverage reports.
- Build and maintain relationships with business, technology/AI, and trade media, and proactively engage around client opportunities and issues.
- Monitor and analyze the media landscape, industry trends, cultural conversation, and competitors to identify timely story angles and potential reputational considerations.
- Provide ongoing strategic and tactical counsel to clients on the evolving communications landscape and its implications for their business and brand.
- Pursue and coordinate cross-account, cross-practice, and global business opportunities.
- Lead preparation and delivery of organic growth or new business proposal content and in-person pitch meetings.
- Contribute to agency strategic planning initiatives.
- Manage account budgets, utilization, scopes, and financial performance.
- Oversee team resource allocation, including staffing, hiring, and onboarding new talent.
- Manage direct reports' career development and performance, manage up to senior staff on issues, support client and team satisfaction, and hold the team accountable for demonstrating agency values.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Pretax accounts including HSA with company match, Medical FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
- Generous time off including PTO, holidays, Annual Wellness Break, Summer Fridays, and Personal Days.
- Short- and long-term disability paid by the company.
- Parental leave of up to 12 weeks for birthing and non-birthing parents.
- Caregiver leave of up to 2 weeks to help an eligible family member with a serious health condition.
- Up to 24 hours of community engagement time.
- Bi-annual wellness credits of up to $300 per year.
- Support with home office equipment.
- Monthly technology credit to offset internet and phone costs.
- 401(k) Traditional and Roth options with company match.
- Learning and development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
