The Role
Temporary New York–based Account Director to manage day-to-day across two spirits accounts: primary client contact, lead weekly status meetings, manage timelines and deliverables, coordinate across influencer and IAT teams, oversee press office, events and sponsorship execution, drive media relations and client materials, develop creative pitch angles, and manage/delegate to junior staff while partnering with the Vice President on KPIs and account priorities.
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About Us
Established in 1984, Nike Communications is a female-founded creative communications firm specializing in the marketing of prestige brands. We create meaningful connections between some of the world’s most iconic brands and their audiences by utilizing diverse perspectives to develop culturally relevant client campaigns. We believe differences fuel the creative spirit; that by embracing diverse perspectives and cultures, innovation can flourish, and creativity will shine through in each story we tell.
DEI Statement
Differences fuel the creative spirit.
At Nike Communications, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components to our success, and we are deeply committed to creating a workplace that values and supports the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. We are passionate about building an agency that truly reflects the diversity of our world, and we firmly believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity is a fundamental responsibility shared by everyone within our agency.
More About the Role
Join our Spirits team as a Temporary New York-based Account Director. This role will be leave coverage spanning from middle of August through end of the year.
Responsibilities
Nike Communications, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Nike Communications, Inc. is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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Established in 1984, Nike Communications is a female-founded creative communications firm specializing in the marketing of prestige brands. We create meaningful connections between some of the world’s most iconic brands and their audiences by utilizing diverse perspectives to develop culturally relevant client campaigns. We believe differences fuel the creative spirit; that by embracing diverse perspectives and cultures, innovation can flourish, and creativity will shine through in each story we tell.
DEI Statement
Differences fuel the creative spirit.
At Nike Communications, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components to our success, and we are deeply committed to creating a workplace that values and supports the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. We are passionate about building an agency that truly reflects the diversity of our world, and we firmly believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity is a fundamental responsibility shared by everyone within our agency.
More About the Role
Join our Spirits team as a Temporary New York-based Account Director. This role will be leave coverage spanning from middle of August through end of the year.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day account management across two Spirits accounts
- Serve as the primary and/or support day-to-day client contact for account
- Manage client communications, responding to requests and appropriately delegating work across the junior team
- Lead weekly client status meetings, including development of agendas, recaps and action items
- Partner with Spirits team Vice President to ensure the team is executing against all plans, priorities and KPIs
- Manage account timelines and ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on time
- Coordinate with the IAT and Influencer teams to ensure seamless execution across workstreams
- Lead execution of upcoming programming across workstreams
- Support planning and execution for events
- Oversee Press Office and Evergreen programming, ensuring the team is proactively executing against the plan and KPIs
- Field incoming Sponsorship event inquiries and oversee execution as needed
- Support execution of press strategy for brand tentpole moment and lead the team on media relations outreach and coverage confirmations against event, suite hosting and any supplementary sponsorship opportunities
- Develop and manage client deliverables
- Drafting, reviewing and finalizing client materials including, but not limited to, press releases, media pitches, media lists, communications plans, messaging documents, client presentations, meeting agendas and recaps, campaign reports and recaps, etc.
- Drive proactive media relations
- Oversee and support the team in developing creative pitch angles and identifying timely opportunities to insert brands into relevant cultural conversations
- Manage and delegate daily responsibilities to junior staff
- Meet with Vice President for bi-weekly check-ins to discuss team and account updates and feedback
- Professional Experience: Brings at least five years of full-time experience in public relations and media relations.
- Passion & Industry Knowledge: Genuine enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge of Luxury, Lifestyle and/or Entertainment industries, with a proven track record of delivering impactful stories across diverse media.
- Build & Maintain Lasting Relationships: Maintains genuine relationships with top media outlets and key freelance writers, fostering trust and mutual respect. Your ability to connect with others strengthens our network and enhances our clients’ reputation.
- Leadership & Event Management Expertise: Exemplifies proficiency in team management and orchestrating events/programs, showcasing adept organizational skills and strategic resource allocation.
- Travel Flexibility: Embraces opportunities to travel for work-related events or meetings, allowing for engagement and collaboration across diverse settings.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills online and in-person. Spanish speaking and writing skills would be a huge plus for this role.
- Media Landscape Mastery: Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the media landscape, including print, online, broadcast and new-media (i.e. podcast) channels, enabling effective media outreach and engagement.
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Embodies the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion; demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency, and the ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic workplace, showcasing adaptability and resilience.
Nike Communications, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Nike Communications, Inc. is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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Skills Required
- At least five years of full-time experience in public relations and media relations.
- Deep knowledge and passion for Luxury, Lifestyle and/or Entertainment industries with relevant track record.
- Established relationships with top media outlets and freelance writers; strong media network.
- Leadership and event management experience, including team management and program execution.
- Willingness and flexibility to travel for work-related events or meetings.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for online and in-person engagement.
- Comprehensive understanding of the media landscape across print, online, broadcast, and new-media channels.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and cultural competency.
- Adaptability and ability to thrive in a dynamic workplace.
- Temporary New York–based availability for leave coverage (mid-August through end of year).
- Spanish speaking and writing skills.
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The Company
What We Do
We are a creative communications agency specializing in the marketing of luxury and prestige brands. From high-level feature stories in influential media to innovative programs, partnerships and events that drive conversation online, we devise clever strategies and create inspired content to reach the right audiences and build brands.
