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Ketchum · 7 hours ago

Managing Account Supervisor, Sports

Syracuse-Auburn Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Ketchum is a global communications consultancy with a century of experience, seeking a Managing Account Supervisor, Sports to join their team. In this role, you will execute sports-related PR programming and engage with major league professional sports while collaborating with a dynamic team of sports PR professionals.

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Responsibilities

Maintain regular contact with clients; proactively offer and implement new ways to meet client needs

Play key role in planning and implementation of account activities including special events, media events, media relations, social media, desk-side briefings, program implementation, etc

Demonstrate ability to effectively develop full range of written materials including client correspondence, press releases, media pitches, reports, etc

Conduct media outreach surrounding events and spokespeople

Initiate implementation and logistical management of media events, press conferences/briefings, media tours, etc

Ability to learn, understand and adapt information for working with different sports leagues -- from Esports to Olympics -- and apply that knowledge across various client business including brand PR, corporate sponsorship, etc

Interest in working in global and North American Sports

Build understanding and knowledge of the clients’ business and their competitive environments

Monitor media for all relevant sports and sports business trends; report to team with insights for clients

Participate in program presentations to clients or new business presentations

Qualification

Public RelationsSports Industry KnowledgeMedia RelationsSocial Media ProficiencyClient ManagementCulturally AwareTeam PlayerDetail-orientedSelf-motivated