Account Manager

Skyya PR

Skyya is an award-winning tech & consumer PR and social media agency headquartered in Minnetonka (with offices in NYC), that specializes in consumer and enterprise technology, CPG, automotive, wellness and lifestyle brands. Over the past 11 years, we’ve launched new automotive brands, motorcycle brands, e-bikes, satellite companies, took on big wireless carriers, and made markets for some of today’s most popular household goods and consumer electronics brands. Our team shares a passion for storytelling to shape our clients narrative and are among the brightest in the business, and we are looking to quickly add top-notch communications to our growing team. We leverage our relationships and knowledge of traditional media, events & activations, brand ambassadors and influencers, and social media channels to get those stories out and generate outstanding results for our clients. Most importantly, we have fun in the process. For more information about Skyya please visit www.skyya.com.

http://www.skyya.com

Position Details

Account Manager
Job
Full-time
12/19/2018
Twin Cities Metro
Minnetonka, MN

If you’re looking for a different type of strategic comms agency, we’re looking for you. We’re seeking an entrepreneurial and enthusiastic Account Manager to join our Minnetonka office. If you thrive on managing multiple accounts, delivering unsurpassed results and client satisfaction and are excited to mentor and motivate our growing staff you may be right for this role.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Leading multiple client accounts
  • Creating & executing engaging PR/marketing plans that align with client goals
  • Drafting & finalizing solid, compelling written deliverables including press releases, various briefs, pitches, planning documents, marketing copy, etc.
  • Becoming an expert on our clients’ brands, products and relevant industry trends and issues
  • Providing ongoing counsel to clients and account teams
  • Managing PR, marketing and digital initiatives
  • Managing projects using our project management process
  • Participating in the agency’s development
  • Acting as a role model and resource for our staff

Key Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of highly relevant experience, preferably in an agency environment
  • Cross-sector experience – tech is a must
  • Strong PR, marketing, content development and digital capabilities and ability to counsel clients
  • Superb communications skills
  • Exceptional writing skills and strategic capabilities
  • Proven ability to lead/manage teams and clients
  • Committed to encouraging client and internal collaboration to inspire great thinking, deliverables and results
  • An entrepreneurial spirit and a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude to assisting with new business development and new client activation
  • Proven ability to create & execute plans (PR, marketing, events, project plans, etc.)
  • Attention to detail and quality
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, PR or related degree

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive PTO
  • Paid company holidays
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance
  • 401k plan + match
  • CitiBike subscription (NY-based)
  • Some travel required (U.S. and International)
  • An opportunity to work with a local and national team to solve challenging, intriguing and industry-changing challenges
  • Managing a client roster that includes everything from startups to publicly traded global brands

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