Forget timesheets, spray-and-pray media outreach and bland, programmatic PR work. SBS is unlike any PR agency you’ve ever heard of: We value intellectual curiosity, diversity of thought, strong counsel, and above all, big-win media results that drive meaningful business impact. The Brew Crew is a group of informed, curious and creative storytellers for established brands like American Express, Cloudflare, GitHub, Paradigm, and exciting startups in AI, aerospace, blockchain, future of work and so much more. Where other agencies enforce rigid hierarchies and dogmatic workflows, SBS empowers its early career employees to take charge of their professional path and become leaders on their teams.
Account Manager Responsibilities
- Drive media results through outreach and creative story ideation
- Provide strong client counsel and recommendations
- Produce written content
- Manage reporting of results (via trackers and coverage reports)
- Support ongoing client speaking engagements, awards, etc.
- Prepare materials to prep spokespeople for press opportunities
- Oversee and ensure execution of weekly and monthly client deliverables
- Support execution of client announcements and news
- Research and develop media lists
Account Manager Skills & Qualifications
- At least 3 years of PR agency experience
- Bachelor’s degree in PR, Communications, Journalism or similar
- Demonstrated ability to drive meaningful media results
- Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects
- A creative mindset and attention to detail
- Brilliant writing skills and ability to guide development of content
- Self-starter with strong work ethic
- Must be based in the United States
We understand that a job description may not capture all of the skills and experiences that can contribute to success in this role. If you have a passion for media strategy and external storytelling, we want to hear from you, regardless of whether you fit neatly into all of the criteria listed above.
Benefits & Perks
SBS offers benefits that reflect the values of our team, stay true to our culture and put our people first. Here are just a few of the ways we show our appreciation:
- Flexible, remote work
- Unlimited PTO
- Summer Fridays
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4% after 1 year
At SBS Comms, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential for success and creativity, and we strive to create an environment where we elevate the voices that reflect the world we live in.
Compensation decisions are determined using a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, and education or certifications. If we extend an offer for employment, we will consider all individual qualifications. Salary ranges for this position are between $80,000 and $90,000 annually. SBS also offers additional compensation programs such as annual cash bonuses and generous benefits.
What We Do
SBS Comms (formerly “Strange Brew Strategies”) is a boutique communications agency helping companies like American Express, Cloudflare, Flexport, Github and more break through the changing media landscape with ease. We take a modern approach to communications, dropping the baggage of outdated strategies, methodologies and processes in favor of progress and results. As strategists, we’re known for our honest counsel, sense of humor, creative and forward-thinking approach, and above all, our ability to secure impactful stories.
In 2023, we launched OnBoard - streamlined communications support for startups so that early stage founders don’t have to compromise quality comms for cost.
We believe an agency is only as good as their most recent wins. See ours here: https://www.instagram.com/sbscomms
