Factory PR is a preeminent communications agency with offices in New York, and Los Angeles. We sit at the unique intersection of style and innovation, deeply rooted in both current culture and our twenty-year legacy.
We work with companies to create moments that will spark the brand transformation to cult status. Our strategies combine traditional and digital activities, including public relations, brand development, social media, content creation, and influencer and celebrity integration.
Factory is entering an exciting new chapter filled with growth and creativity. Our team continues to impress with their ability to work nimbly across various industries and achieve award-winning results for our clients. We are also fun to grab a drink with!
From an industry perspective, we’re the agency behind media-fueled launches and creative storytelling for a dynamic portfolio of clients, including ASOS, Henry Rose by Michelle Pfieffer, Kora Organics by Miranda Kerr, Ever/Body, Ourself, Rebag, Miansai & IKEA.
Factory PR seeks a Director to join its Beauty Division. The candidate should be an avid consumer of media and popular culture, have a deep affinity and understanding of beauty, wellness and business and have experience working with celebrity talent and Founders.
The position calls for an expert press strategist and relationship builder and reports to the VP, Beauty and Wellness. The candidate will supervise, develop, and mentor a dynamic team.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
● Serve as account lead and primary point of contact for Beauty Brands
● Lead the development and execution of communications strategies for national and international brands
● Write and produce high-impact press materials including press kits, releases and pitches
● Maintain and expand relationships with beauty, sustainability, wellness, entertainment and business editors
● Coordinate and staff press interviews with clients
● Secure high-level business features and product placements in top national, regional and online media outlets
● Create, maintain and manage the timely distribution of editorial reports and briefing documents
● Build out thought leadership content and programs for designers and executives
● Execute press events for clients with the support of Factory’s event team
● Effectively manage a dynamic team, and act as a strong mentor and guide
● Minimum 5-7 years of experience working with companies ranging from startups to global fashion brands
● In depth knowledge of the media landscape across beauty, wellness and business
● Proven track record of securing top-tier coverage in print and online media and broadcast
● Have a strong network of editors, influencer and industry friends
● Excellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detail
● Superior ability to work swiftly and independently and alongside a dynamic team
● Strong and effective writing, communication and presentation skills
● Superior ability to articulate ideas to clients, agency principals and colleagues
● Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment and actively contribute to Factory’s creative and fun culture
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
CULTURE
Life at Factory offers all the benefits of a stable, profitable and established company, but with a dynamic start-up culture. We place great importance on our people and their professional development. We seek creative thinkers, effective doers, glass ceiling breakers and the I-dont-know-if-thats-possible-but-let’s-find-out-ers.
We are the people who get great satisfaction in a job well done, who grab a ball and run with it and who celebrate together when we ace it. We take great pride in being different and promoting a workplace environment and culture based on positivity, inclusivity and collaboration.
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● Competitive salary commensurate with experience
● 401K with employer matching
● Life insurance
● Birthday bonus
HEALTH & WELLNESS
● Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 100% covered
● Discounted gym and ClassPass memberships plus monthly credit
● Wellness Stipend - $500 per year
● Flexible Spending Account
PERKS
● CitiBike 100% covered
● Discounted Metrocard/commuting
WORK LIFE BALANCE
● Generous vacation offering
● End-of-year holiday; two-week office closure in addition to vacation package
● Summer Friday Program between Memorial Day and Labor Day
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