THE CONSULTANCY PR is a dynamic brand communications practice that merges the sophisticated, senior-level execution of a big agency with the more personalized approach and entrepreneurial spirit of a boutique firm. We pride ourselves on transcending the traditional client/agency relationship and serving as a true partner to our clients, and an extension of their internal teams, across all facets of their business. The firm’s clients represent the best-in-class brands and individuals within the home/design, architecture, and luxury lifestyle categories. Our core capabilities lie within the following areas:

• Communications + Digital Strategies
• Key Messaging + Brand Positioning
• Image Development
• Creative Consulting
• Brand Partnerships + Collaborations
• Event Management + Execution 
• Influencer Relations
• Social Media Community Management
• A+D Community Networking
• Affiliate Marketing

TCPR is seeking an Associate Account Director with a minimum of six years of experience to support its current client roster. An ideal candidate will have previous experience and/or a personal interest in the interior design, architecture, luxury lifestyle industries, or adjacent categories, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit and desire to grow with the company.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop creative and strategic communication strategies to appropriately position a range of home/design and lifestyle brands in the media marketplace
• Retain a network of senior-level media contacts across print and digital categories, as well as bloggers, to ensure successful placements on behalf of clients
• Secure top-tier, high-level media opportunities, including brand/founder profiles and feature stories in home and design, fashion (men’s and women’s), accessories, lifestyle, consumer and business outlets
• Independently lead client accounts on behalf of agency with minimal oversight
• Play leading role in the creation of communications plans and goals and management of effective timelines
• Serve as client lead, addressing client issues authoritatively, thoughtfully and effectively
• Provide strategic advisement to clients on a regular basis as related to specific opportunities as well as their general businesses
• Demonstrate proficiency in media relations, including creating and driving both media outreach plans
• Participate in and/or lead brainstorm sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients
• Review and approve all press materials – press releases, pitches, recaps, etc. – and other client-facing materials – agendas, status reports, clipbooks, etc.
• Oversee and manage a team across East and West Coast offices on all daily activities related to client management
• Ability to lead client events, previews and leverage client presence at industry shows and conferences
• Liaise with senior leadership on select new business activities, including participation in initial meetings/conversations, proposal development and onboarding
• Supervise staff by motivating, mentoring and coaching, consistently providing feedback and holding them accountable
• Commit to continuous learning and improvement of leadership skills

• B.S/B.A in Public Relations/Communications or related field
• Minimum six years of experience at a PR agency
• Relationships within the home/design, lifestyle, fashion as well as digital and regional media on both a national and regional level required
• Experience in client management and oversight
• Exceptional interpersonal, networking and verbal and written communications skills; team-oriented attitude
• Creative, efficient, detail-oriented and organized
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Solution-oriented with the ability to think critically and strategically
• Proactive with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative, yet fast-paced, environment
• Flexible, driven, curious and passionate about the design industry
• Excellent writing skills with attention to detail Experience managing and mentoring a junior team
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of PR databases/tools such as Cision, PR Newswire/Businesswire

Benefits

The mental health and well-being of our team members is of the utmost importance to TCPR. It is our top priority to ensure our employees maintain a positive balance in their lives, both professionally and personally. We are invested in our team members’ short- and long-term growth at the agency and in their overall career paths. Our current benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, “flex” and volunteer days, as well as maternity/paternity, bereavement, and family medical leave
• Summer Fridays beginning at 1:30 PM from Memorial to Labor Day
• Inclusive Holiday calendar
• December break from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day
• Flexible work-from-home policy
• Comprehensive health insurance for all employees
• 401k plan for you to invest in your future
• Monthly stipend for cell phone service
• Regular team-building activities

*Note, this is a hybrid role, requiring days in the NYC office.