Senior Account Executive or Account Supervisor - Sports, Media Relations & Communications - FleishmanHillard
New York, NY
About the Job
Overview
FleishmanHillard is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands. Our New York office is seeking a creative problem solver, detail-oriented team player and sports communications practitioner to join our Retail, Sports and Lifestyle team. This is a Senior Account Executive or Account Supervisor role that will serve as a media relations strategist and primary client contact for some of the largest endemic global sports brands, including Gatorade, EA SPORTS and others.
FleishmanHillard is intentional about using diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive. Staying true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work, we do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our DE&I goals.
Responsibilities
+ Serve as a key point of contact for clients of major global sports and consumer brands.
+ Develop, present and execute communications campaigns with a focus on media relations and with an understanding of the integrated marketing function.
+ Focus on bringing proactive media strategy and solid media contacts to client programs and maintain strong relationships with traditional and emerging sports, culture, lifestyle and business media.
+ Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of sports, youth culture and the trends and moments that drive relevant news cycles and conversation particularly among Generations Z and Alpha.
+ Project-manage major activations for clients, including sports and entertainment sponsorships, celebrity and talent partnerships and events around tentpole sport and entertainment moments including Super Bowls and All-Stars.
Qualifications
+ Ability to join us in a hybrid model of working in-person in the office weekly.
+ 3-4+ years of successful experience developing and managing impactful integrated communications programs for major sports and consumer brands.
+ You’re tapped into and have a passion for the intersection of sport and culture (fashion, entertainment, art, music) and have a pulse on what’s driving the conversation. Interest in bringing culturally relevant earned ideas or PR-focused extensions to integrated marketing strategies and have an eye for content and ideas that will drive conversation at the epicenter of sport and culture.
+ Sports, entertainment and/or lifestyle media relations experience required. You have media relationships with editors, writers, social media editors and conversation catalysts across sport, culture, lifestyle, tech and sports business.
+ You’re a future-thinker that has an eye for trends and what’s next in the industry and you prioritize being a team player.
+ Experience working on sponsorship/partnership communications programs, with brands, sponsors or clients associated with major sports or athletic properties a plus.
+ Experience developing and managing media events and activations, including management of production team, budget, media outreach, and on-site logistics.
+ High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple activities seamlessly, effectively and efficiently.
+ Committed to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Our Story
We’re more motivated by what we can give than what we receive. That holds true for our colleagues, clients and communities across cultures and time zones. We believe giving our best is only possible in an environment that empowers us to truly be our best, so we focus on creating belonging for all and caring for the whole person. Because when you belong and have what you need to thrive — both at work and in life — you’re free to be you. To pursue your dreams and passions. To be bold and try new things, in the name of personal and professional growth and of work that leads to meaningful progress for the world. So, we respect and support one another amid differences and we acknowledge and celebrate who each of us is. We accept that we don't all have to have the same perspectives, beliefs, background or experiences to do great things together. A combination of our employee experience, industry-leading client work, global community service and contributions to inclusion has earned FleishmanHillard recognition as 2021, 2022 and 2023 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries.
FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives. We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office.
FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws. Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call 314-982-1700 and ask to be connected to Talent Development.
The anticipated salary range for the Senior Account Executive level is is $58,000-$82,000. The anticipated salary range for the Account Supervisor level is is $61,000-$94,000.
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.
FleishmanHillard is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands. Our New York office is seeking a creative problem solver, detail-oriented team player and sports communications practitioner to join our Retail, Sports and Lifestyle team. This is a Senior Account Executive or Account Supervisor role that will serve as a media relations strategist and primary client contact for some of the largest endemic global sports brands, including Gatorade, EA SPORTS and others.
FleishmanHillard is intentional about using diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive. Staying true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work, we do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our DE&I goals.
Responsibilities
+ Serve as a key point of contact for clients of major global sports and consumer brands.
+ Develop, present and execute communications campaigns with a focus on media relations and with an understanding of the integrated marketing function.
+ Focus on bringing proactive media strategy and solid media contacts to client programs and maintain strong relationships with traditional and emerging sports, culture, lifestyle and business media.
+ Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of sports, youth culture and the trends and moments that drive relevant news cycles and conversation particularly among Generations Z and Alpha.
+ Project-manage major activations for clients, including sports and entertainment sponsorships, celebrity and talent partnerships and events around tentpole sport and entertainment moments including Super Bowls and All-Stars.
Qualifications
+ Ability to join us in a hybrid model of working in-person in the office weekly.
+ 3-4+ years of successful experience developing and managing impactful integrated communications programs for major sports and consumer brands.
+ You’re tapped into and have a passion for the intersection of sport and culture (fashion, entertainment, art, music) and have a pulse on what’s driving the conversation. Interest in bringing culturally relevant earned ideas or PR-focused extensions to integrated marketing strategies and have an eye for content and ideas that will drive conversation at the epicenter of sport and culture.
+ Sports, entertainment and/or lifestyle media relations experience required. You have media relationships with editors, writers, social media editors and conversation catalysts across sport, culture, lifestyle, tech and sports business.
+ You’re a future-thinker that has an eye for trends and what’s next in the industry and you prioritize being a team player.
+ Experience working on sponsorship/partnership communications programs, with brands, sponsors or clients associated with major sports or athletic properties a plus.
+ Experience developing and managing media events and activations, including management of production team, budget, media outreach, and on-site logistics.
+ High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple activities seamlessly, effectively and efficiently.
+ Committed to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Our Story
We’re more motivated by what we can give than what we receive. That holds true for our colleagues, clients and communities across cultures and time zones. We believe giving our best is only possible in an environment that empowers us to truly be our best, so we focus on creating belonging for all and caring for the whole person. Because when you belong and have what you need to thrive — both at work and in life — you’re free to be you. To pursue your dreams and passions. To be bold and try new things, in the name of personal and professional growth and of work that leads to meaningful progress for the world. So, we respect and support one another amid differences and we acknowledge and celebrate who each of us is. We accept that we don't all have to have the same perspectives, beliefs, background or experiences to do great things together. A combination of our employee experience, industry-leading client work, global community service and contributions to inclusion has earned FleishmanHillard recognition as 2021, 2022 and 2023 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries.
FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives. We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office.
FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws. Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call 314-982-1700 and ask to be connected to Talent Development.
The anticipated salary range for the Senior Account Executive level is is $58,000-$82,000. The anticipated salary range for the Account Supervisor level is is $61,000-$94,000.
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.
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