Public Relations Account Supervisor

RH Strategic • Washington, DC

29d • $95,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

RH Strategic is seeking a skilled and strategic Account Supervisor to lead public relations campaigns for clients in the technology sector. In this role, you’ll guide client relationships, shape compelling communications strategies, and drive measurable results across earned, owned, and digital media channels. Over time, you’ll have opportunities to mentor colleagues, contribute to the firm’s growth, and help expand RH Strategic’s presence as a leading communications firm. This is a full-time role based in Washington, D.C., requiring an in-office presence of at least three days per week. To be qualified, candidates must currently reside in the DMV metro area. RH Strategic is a well-established public relations agency with a robust client portfolio across technology, cybersecurity, healthcare, government, sustainability, and education industries. We are accepting applications from those who are curious about innovations shaping our future and who are interested in having an impact through meaningful storytelling. Experience working with B2B technology innovators and previous roles in a public relations agency setting are required.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of PR or communications experience, including 3-4 years working in a PR agency, which should include time in the role of account manager.
• A meaningful understanding of the B2B technology environment and healthcare industry through previous client representation.
• Ability to devise public relations strategy to support program objectives, confidently present to clients, and convert strategies into campaign-level action.
• Strong writing and campaign management skills.
• Ability to study and absorb current account management status and hit the ground running in a team management and client-facing role.
• Ability to work in our Washington, D.C. office a minimum of three days per week.
• Established relationships with technology and/or healthcare reporters.
• Experience coaching others informally or formally.
• Interest in helping to grow the agency business.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of at least two client accounts, including complex, multi-stream programs.
• Serve as a strategic lead across earned, owned, and digital workstreams, overseeing planning, execution, and integration.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior client contacts, counseling them through proactive initiatives and sensitive challenges.
• Direct the development and implementation of public relations strategies aligned with client business objectives and measurable KPIs.
• Facilitate brainstorms and team discussions that generate fresh thinking and actionable ideas.
• Oversee media strategy, including message alignment, campaign execution and priority pitching efforts.
• Review and approve client-ready deliverables to ensure the quality, tone, and accuracy meet firm standards and client expectations.
• Lead client meetings and prepare team for strategic and strong representation.
• Manage account resources effectively, delegating responsibilities, pacing workloads, and monitoring profitability and scope.
• Provide high-level media relations counsel, including interview preparation, messaging strategy, and spokesperson coaching.
• Lead campaign reporting and translate media, engagement, and social performance insights into strategic recommendations.
• Mentor junior team members through collaborative work sessions; support the development of their voice, confidence, and media instincts.
• Lead advanced writing assignments, such as thought leadership content and op-eds, and oversee content from concept through final delivery.
• Serve as a quality control lead, ensuring workstreams stay on track, within scope, and aligned with client goals and firm standards.
• Coordinate with other account managers on team resourcing and special requests across the firm.

Benefits

• Insurance: 100% paid base premium for the employee’s medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Transportation Subsidy: $100 per month.
• Paid Time Off: 16 days of annual PTO, 12 firm holidays, 1 floating day off, and 1 paid day of service.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with automatic, fully vested match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed