MVPR is hiring an Account Manager for their Editorial PR Division In New York, NY

New York City based PR agency, MVPR, is looking for an experienced candidate to join its Editorial PR division.

New York City based PR agency, MVPR, is looking for an experienced candidate to join its Editorial PR division. The ideal candidate will possess a breadth of experience across women’s and men’s fashion, beauty, accessories and lifestyle clientele. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 1-2 years of Public Relations agency experience in the fashion industry, with a proven track record of feature story & market placement coverage.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Lead Client Liaison across several divisional accounts (fashion, accessories, beauty & lifestyle)
Pitch & secure strategic press coverage for clients including brand features, designers profiles & product placement in top print and online media outlets
Creatively & strategically plan, implement & execute PR launch strategies across several accounts
Maintain strong relationships with key fashion, beauty, accessories and lifestyle editors and features writers
Create innovative communications strategies that maximize brand visibility
Contribute to new ideas for client opportunities and have a superior knowledge of the evolving media landscape
Day-to-day lead on communication with clients, building rapport and credibility with the client, based on trust and expert counsel
Ensure client satisfaction with the agency, services and staff, and quickly and effectively resolve client issues or concerns
Excellent team skills, working alongside junior and senior members of the agency
Manage, coach and motivate junior members of the team to ensure day to day operations run smoothly and PR results are delivered; while supporting them in their growth to the next level
Efficient, organized with excellent time management skills and adherence to deadlines
Oversee the creation and completion of client reports, agendas, recaps, etc.
Manage and help coordinate press events, new product launch events, and desksides (virtual or otherwise)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have 1-2 years agency experience in a managerial role
Superior knowledge of fashion, beauty & lifestyle media practices
Excellent track record in garnering top-tier coverage in print & digital media
Must have proven editor relationships
Must have ability to thrive in fast paced, deadline oriented, high-energy environment, with a positive attitude
Excellent prioritizing and time management skills
Ability to multitask and not let things fall through the cracks
Must have a tenacious, resourceful & problem solving attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint
Proficient in Launch Metrics, Fashion GPS

COMPENSATION: