Parasol is a New York City-based boutique public relations and brand marketing firm specializing in the luxury lifestyle and hospitality industry. We value creativity, collaboration, integrity, strategic thinking, problem solving and teamwork. We are dedicated to inherent curiosity, strong work ethic and a community-focused environment. We are passionate about what we do and providing value to our clients. We have an exciting opening for an Account Manager to join the team.
Parasol prioritizes employees and puts the team first. Benefits include health, robust holiday schedule and paid time off.
Please visit our website for more information on our clients, philosophy and featured work: www.parasolmarketing.com.
Job Description:
We are seeking an intelligent, enthusiastic and hard-working candidate with excellent communication, marketing skills and keen attention to detail. Candidates should have established media contacts and a track record of securing high-profile and quality media results. We look for independent workers with the ability to multitask - self-starters who can work within a team environment. If you have excellent writing skills, media relations, marketing and leadership attributes as well as an interest in travel, food and wine, we’d love to meet you. Luxury lifestyle media relationships are a major plus. Applicants must be available to travel. Great opportunity for growth.
Specific Job Responsibilities:
- Act as key client contact
- Build and manage strategic PR and marketing programs for clients
- Direct client strategy and manage client activity
- Develop/maintain strong relationships with key media and other key influencers Write compelling content for PR materials, including creative pitch plans and unique story angles
- Secure consistent and quality media placements
- Develop and participate in new business proposal writing and pitches, help secure new business
- Work successfully in a fast paced, high-energy environment
- Manage and mentor team members and other PR/Marketing resources and partners
- Domestic/International travel
Parasol is committed to the principal of equal employment opportunity and providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
- Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience
- 4-6 years in public relations/marketing (Must have agency and hotel/travel/tourism experience)
- Proven track record of success at Agency or Company
- Experience managing other team members such as AE’s, AAE’s, AC’s, interns or freelancers
- Superb written and verbal communication skills
- Strong network of established media contacts
- Strong client management skills
- Excellent organizational skills, proactive, and meet deadlines
- Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial, results-oriented environment
