Weber Shandwick · 4 months ago
Account Director, Client Experience
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $125K/yr
7+ years expWeber Shandwick is seeking an Account Director for their Social Impact & Sustainability team in Washington, D.C. This role focuses on executing communications, reputation, and earned media strategies for various clients, requiring a seasoned media strategist with a passion for policy and advocacy. The ideal candidate will lead integrated media projects, build strong media relationships, and mentor junior team members.
AdvertisingAnalyticsConsultingContentMarketingPublic RelationsReputation
Responsibilities
Shape and execute integrated communications strategies in partnership with agency and client teams
Counsel and interact effectively with clients and leaders at client organizations
Build and maintain excellent relationships with top-tier media across business, national/local broadcast, multicultural and lifestyle verticals
Maintain a strong understanding of the media and cultural landscape, as well as emerging issues that may impact clients directly or indirectly
Approach client work with curiosity — always seeking to understand the brand, its competitors, and the broader industry context
Proactively and reactively craft compelling, newsworthy stories that drive earned coverage
Develop strategic earned plans and write high-quality media materials, including pitches, press releases, and messaging documents
Deliver consistently high-caliber work with a client-first mindset and sharp attention to detail
Collaborate with agency and inter-agency partners, serving as a key contributor across teams to drive alignment and deliver cohesive, large-scale campaign work
Mentor and develop junior team members through hands-on guidance, feedback, and professional development
Cultivate and participate in new business opportunities and pitches
Qualification
Required
7-9 years of experience
Experience leading integrated media projects from start to finish, working with teams across various disciplines
Robust earned strategy and media relations experience
Experience providing counsel to senior leaders
Bachelor's degree
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k (with employer match)
Tuition Reimbursement
Juice Money - $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
MyDays – Flexible holiday schedules
Short-Term Disability
Paid Employee Family Leave
Family Building Benefit
Company
Weber Shandwick
Weber Shandwick is a global public relations firm with offices in major media, business, and government capitals around the world. It is a sub-organization of Interpublic Group.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Colin Byrne
CEO, UK & EMEA
Gail Heimann
Chief Executive Officer
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