ARPR is ranked as one of the top Tech PR Agencies in the nation by O’Dwyers, a PRovoke Small Agency of the Year finalist and a three-time PRNews’ Top Place to Work. Combined, our team executes integrated communications campaigns that make news in outlets such as TODAY Show, TechCrunch, WSJ; and drive leads using a strategic mix of content marketing, social media and lead gen activities.

ARPR is seeking an account manager to play an integral role in our growing FinTech practice group representing clients that are transforming the world of commerce, mobile banking and financial compliance – from tax and RegTech to e-commerce solutions and cryptocurrency. The account manager will gain first-hand experience and receive fast-track leadership opportunities at ARPR that one wouldn’t acquire within the traditional agency hierarchy. As an AM, you will serve as a main point of contact for clients, with an opportunity to provide support and seek learning opportunities across PR, content marketing, digital/social media, etc., working closely with your account leads and practice group director.

So, if you have a passion for helping SaaS, AI and machine learning-based clients amplify their technology impact story, and also have an understanding of and appreciation for the power of an integrated communications approach – this job is for you.

At ARPR we live by our team motto: Believe the best IN each other, Want the best FOR each other and Expect the best FROM each other. Our unprecedented commitment to professional development coupled with the “jungle gym” of core capabilities and practice groups creates an environment that not only helps us to PRopel what’s possible for our clients but offers a unique experience for all members of the Army of Awesome to truly become PR powerhouses. We’re also flexible, fun, collaborative and always enter each day with the desire to be our very best.

Oh yea, outside of all the fun, this position also comes with a robust benefits package and perks such as no dress code, a ClassPass Membership, commission and bonus compensation programs, unlimited vacation and flexible workweeks. This position will report to the Chief Operations and People Officer and work very closely with their individual account teams while also being accountable to our whole Army of Awesome.

RESPONSIBILITIES

ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
Serve as account lead on ~2 ARPR’s FinTech accounts. Act as direct line of contact for clients, lead meetings and manage support teams with positivity, clarity and confidence to seamlessly manage projects and drive ongoing results. Work with account leadership and clients to develop strategic plans, including content calendars, tradeshow activations, social media plans, etc.

MEDIA RELATIONS
Lead media relations campaigns, including but not limited to press release writing, journalist pitching, staffing client press interviews, etc.

CONTENT CREATION
Draft content marketing pieces, including but not limited to byline articles, blogs, white papers and case studies as well as supporting social media content.

REPORTING
Measure clients’ earned media, social media and digital marketing results, and effectively translate analytics into actionable insights to constantly drive success.

MENTORING AND COACHING
Continually co-mentor with the ARPR team and embody our Spirited Ideals in everything you do.

DESIRED SKILLS/PROFICIENCIES

Agency experience required

• 3-4 years of media relations experience required, with proven successes in media pitching, content writing and an understanding of the technology industry.
• Relentless curiosity, a passion for learning, a service-minded attitude and a constant desire to be your best.
• Required experience: Microsoft Office Suite, newswire service providers, media database systems, Google Analytics
• Familiarity with: SproutSocial, CMS platforms, HubSpot/Marketo/Pardot/etc., Basecamp (or other project management software), Google AdWords, Canva/InDesign/etc., Mac OS
• Understanding of and desire to learn B2B and B2C tech innovation