Hybrid – San Jose, CA; Boston, MA; Portland, OR
Seeking smart, ambitious account directors with a passion for storytelling.
If you find ownership and being in the thick of the action exhilarating, and you relish the opportunity to advise clients and solve difficult problems while leading and working with smart, fun, and experienced teammates, then look no further.
The Hoffman Agency is a global public relations and integrated marketing communications consultancy that crafts stories to build brands.
We are seeking account directors who want to be on the frontline of strategy and execution with a passion for storytelling, mentoring, and a commitment to excellence. Must also have a sense of humor and appetite for working in a positive team environment.
Skills and Responsibilities:
This role involves running accounts and client campaigns:
- Oversee 4-6 accounts, and dive in deep in both strategy and execution, to ensure the deliverables are streamlined and exceed client expectations.
- Manage direct report(s) while coaching and mentoring junior team members, providing feedback, actionable steps, and setting goals to support career advancement at Hoffman.
- Develop strong relationships with clients through strategic council, providing recommendations, and setting expectations for program execution and results.
- Drive strategy for media pitching, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
- Contribute to RFPs and pitch decks and participate in new business presentations
- Advocate for Hoffman’s service offerings, providing education on Hoffman’s capabilities to enhance client impact and business growth.
- Develop and execute media strategy, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
- Review key content pieces (such as press releases Q&A documents, bylines), and drive development of key messages and PR plans for clients
- Oversee and review all reporting efforts, track results against annual goals, and drive client satisfaction
Key Attributes
- Passion for tech PR
- Leader and team player
- Initiative and accountability
- Entrepreneurial nature and attitude
- Curious and excited to learn new things
- Critical and proactive thinker
- SENSE OF HUMOR
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, PR/Advertising, Communications, Journalism or Liberal Art
- 8+ years of public relations experience (agency experience is preferred)
- Report into one of our office locations (Boston, Portland, or San Jose)
- Experience managing multiple B2B accounts including developing and executing PR plans
- Superior writing and verbal communication skills
- People management experience
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills
- Adept with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
People-centered benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
- 20 days PTO + Birthday PTO
- 11 holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
- 401(k) with company match
- Early Fridays (“Knock-Off Fridays”)
- Weekly Wellness Hour
- Sabbatical program – 1 month after 4 years of service
- $1,000 annual Wellness & Professional Development Fund
- $400 WFH stipend to support your home setup
- Paid parental leave
- Mentor Program
If you are interested in this position, apply online today at:
Our Account Director salary ranges between $115,000 - $140,000, depending on experience and location.
We will contact all shortlisted candidates.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, PR/Advertising, Communications, Journalism, or Liberal Arts
- 8+ years of public relations experience
- Agency experience
- Report into one of our office locations (Boston, Portland, or San Jose)
- Experience managing multiple B2B accounts including developing and executing PR plans
- Superior writing and verbal communication skills
- People management experience
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills
- Adept with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
- Passion for tech PR
- Sense of humor and ability to work in a positive team environment
- Ability to develop media strategy and maintain media relationships
What We Do
The Hoffman Agency is a global marketing and public relations consultancy headquartered in San Jose, CA, specializing in business-to-business technology. The firm helps technology, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and travel companies communicate compelling messages and solve complex business problems through integrated communications, digital content marketing, and thought leadership campaigns designed to support brand growth and sales.
