Account Supervisor, Technology PR

Edelman • Austin, TX

3d • $68,000 - $96,000

About The Position

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions. Our Technology practice sits at the nexus point of innovative, integrated campaigns for technologies that impact consumers, society, and our way of life. We’re looking for communicators who are passionate about telling deep, impactful stories at this intersection, using creativity, analytics, and media relations skills to move conversations forward in a meaningful way. We are looking for an Account Supervisor who will be a guru in the B2B tech space. You will have the opportunity to develop and drive integrated plans for some of today’s hottest products and services in B2B technology. In addition to deep Tech work, we’re also active at the heart of the tech revolution across sectors, including Finance, Healthcare, Automotive, and Mobility.

Requirements

• At least four years of experience in Communications, Marketing, and/or related fields.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Have strong relationships with tech, business and national media (experience with B2B technology communications strategy is a plus!)
• Have a comprehensive understanding of the current technology industry landscape
• Skilled in written and verbal communication
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends and understands how they integrate into communications programs
• Have proven experience in project management and overseeing the quality and operational performance of accounts, ensuring work quality and deadline adherence
• Understand visual communications, social media and the digital landscape and how to incorporate them into client programs
• Have participated in the research, planning and development of comprehensive PR campaigns
• Have served as the daily client contact
• Love to work with teams to generate original ideas for creative campaigns/media activations and helping integrate them into plans
• Have experience with day-to-day client budgeting, tracking and monitoring project financials
• Have contributed to new business processes and proposals
• Have overseen and managed junior staff to ensure quality and consistency of their work

Responsibilities

• Play a major role in the creation of communications plans and goals for leading B2B technology companies
• Oversee operational performance of accounts, ensuring quality work, deadline and budget adherence
• Help supervise junior staff junior by motivating, coaching and consistently providing feedback
• Consistently produce high quality internal and external communications content
• Drive media relations including creating and driving outreach plans, media strategy, message development, management of events, coordination of media familiarization trips, effective pitching and training of spokespersons on speeches and presentations and growth of contact network
• Serve as daily client contact and act as client lead when appropriate; address client issues thoughtfully and effectively
• Demonstrate tactical proficiency in media relations, including creating and driving both traditional and social media outreach plans – any experience in SaaS or HR technology a plus
• Have a spirit of innovation, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to take risks and be motivated by the mutual success of their clients and their career

Benefits

• Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.
• DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees