Zeno Group Seeks Vice President, Corporate Media Relations
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a Vice President to join our Corporate Practice in Chicago to support a multinational telecommunications client. In this role, you will be landing and supporting big business media wins across our corporate portfolio and working on programs involving national business media relations. You must think and do. We’re looking for masters of the craft, who are excellent people leaders, client counselors and will roll up their sleeves and stay close to the work.
RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPECTATIONS
Secure, maintain and grow the business
Provide strategic counsel and guidance to clients, as well as to colleagues in the Zeno network, to ensure success
Lead the client service function for program planning, problem solving and strategic counsel
Execute national business media relations strategy for programs/projects
Maintain financial responsibility for accounts including forecasting and account profitability
Develop media relations strategy and conduct outreach for programs/projects
Understand key client industry issues relating to products, product categories, technologies, primary and potential competition and general issues facing the industry
Understand key competitors and their business strategies
Work across geographies and help shape direction and focus of practice
Identify new growth opportunities based on insights into the company, client, industry and economy
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree
At least 8 years of experience in Corporate PR, agency experience strongly preferred
Must have a strong background in corporate communications and solid corporate media relations contacts
Must have an in-depth knowledge of reputation management and a working knowledge of traditional and non-traditional media.
A current track record of success in building relationships with national business media, and driving results for clients
Excellent writing skills, solid presentation skills, experience developing and delivering client presentations, including new business
A history of success in providing sound creative and strategic counsel to clients and building credibility with senior level client contacts
Collaborative spirit, results driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work against deadlines
Demonstrate the ability to think strategically, creatively and holistically about client programs
Proven leadership experience, mentoring and developing junior talent
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HOW TO APPLY
Potential candidates can apply for the Vice President in Corporate Media Relations position here.
ABOUT US
Zeno Group is a global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the best talent to help clients across industries and sectors navigate complex business and brand challenges brought on by an increasingly digital, always-on world. We are committed to producing work that delivers true business value for clients. We excel at helping clients recalibrate their brands, reframe their positions and – most importantly – connect and engage with people.
Two-time winner of PRWeek’s Best Place to Work, Zeno was named 2017 Mid-Size Agency of the Year and 2016 Creative Agency of the Year by the Holmes Report. Zeno also received high commendation in 2017 as International Agency of the Year. The agency was recognized at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity in 2016, winning a Gold Cannes Lion and a Bronze PR Cannes Lion. Zeno is also the unprecedented three-time winner of PRWeek's US Mid-Size Agency of the Year award. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.
ABOUT OUR BENEFITS
Zeno Group offers a creative and differentiating benefits package including a variety of medical and dental choices, vacation, and sick time. We also offer a 401(k) plan, pretax flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, a prescription drug benefit plan, a vision plan, long-term and short-term disability, life insurance and programs that support flexibility and promote work/life balance. In addition, our unique ZenoFit wellness program offers financial support to pursue the wellness activity of your choice.