Public Relations Account Director

PUBLIC RELATIONS ACCOUNT DIRECTOR (REMOTE)

KCSA Strategic Communications is a premier, integrated communications agency specializing in Media & Technology, Cannabis & Psychedelics, Financial Services, Healthcare, and Women’s Health & Wellness. Our multidisciplinary team of public relations, investor relations, and digital specialists leverage substantial media relationships and sophisticated digital strategies to deliver persuasive, full-cycle campaigns. From elevating media profiles and raising capital to narrative development and crisis management, KCSA provides the strategic tools necessary to fuel growth. At KCSA, we don’t just tell your story—we celebrate it.

We are looking for an Account Director of Public Relations to add to our team. This person is a trusted advisor to clients and confidently leads a handful of accounts. This Account Director will span multiple verticals, so being able to champion clients in different industries simultaneously is paramount. This person is a media relations shark with a proven track record of earned media relationships and placements. Guiding and mentoring junior team members, as well as reporting up to senior leadership, is a daily part of the role so experience working in a heavily matrixed environment is a big plus.

At KCSA, our team is our most vital asset. We are committed to fostering a culture where our professionals are motivated, empowered, and positioned to thrive, investing in our talent with the same fervor that our clients invest in us. By joining KCSA, you will gain access to:

• A renowned collective of public relations specialists with unparalleled expertise in B2B communications

• A front-row seat to cutting-edge industries and the strategic communications driving unprecedented growth

• Integrated in-house investor relations and social media teams, facilitating full-cycle campaigns that amplify awareness and deliver results

• Remote work capabilities for all team members

• Significant monetary incentives for new client referrals

• Generous 401(k) contributions (50% match up to 12%), comprehensive benefits, and paid time off

• Quarterly mental health days and a paid day off to celebrate your birthday

• Half-day Summer Fridays

• A genuine commitment to work-life balance; at KCSA, we recognize that our best work stems from an energized mind and body.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a handful of client accounts

• Ideation & execution of strategy and tactical execution

• Day-to-day program management

• Substantial media relationships

• Executing final draft of strategic plan

• Final review of status reports / forecast / recaps to be provided to Managing Director / SVP

• Cultivate and manage junior staff SAE, AE and AAE level staffers

• Run five accounts with light supervision

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 5-8 years prior PR agency experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Team player with ability to take the lead on relevant projects