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 3-4 years of Public Relations agency experience in the fashion industry, with a proven track record of feature story, business 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)
- Oversee the management of sample ordering and replenishment and manage product sendouts
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QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have 3-4 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
- Ability to take ownership for specific projects with limited supervision
- 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:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- 401k after one year of employment
- Health Insurance covered 50% by employer
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