Account Director - Public Relations

Kirvin Doak Communications is a national full-service agency for PR, marketing, social media and digital influence - trusted by the brands defining Las Vegas and beyond. With deep Las Vegas roots and more than three decades of experience, Kirvin Doak is one of the country’s leading hospitality, F&B, sports, travel, gaming, special events and destination entertainment agencies.

The Account Director is responsible for leading and managing a portfolio of public relations accounts, ensuring strategic quality, client satisfaction, and team development. This role requires a seasoned PR professional with strong industry relationships, leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a book of business, including account service, strategic planning, execution, measurement, staffing, and administration.
• Develop and oversee strategic public relations programs with clear objectives, goals, strategies, and tactics.
• Serve as the lead client contact, fostering strong relationships and ensuring proactive, strategic development and execution of PR plans.
• Create and manage comprehensive PR plans, including audience targeting, story development, media materials, media outreach, pitching, coordination, vendor management, and communication.
• Lead engagement strategies for social media influencers as part of integrated campaigns to amplify client visibility and reach.
• Manage, mentor and develop a team of four public relations professionals.
• Serve as a trusted PR counselor and skilled conflict resolution manager.
• Achieve revenue and profitability targets; manage time and budget allocations effectively.
• Demonstrate strong leadership in delivering results, strategic planning, client relations, communication, staff development, and hiring.
• Contribute to new business development through targeting, outreach, and acquisition efforts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop creative concepts, strategies, and tactics.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of administrative tasks.
• Stay informed on trends and best practices in PR and influencer marketing.
• Actively attend industry, community, and non-profit events to network, cultivate relationships, and identify new business opportunities.
• Champion and promote KDC’s values and culture across teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in:
• PR Team Management
• Media Relations & Strategic Counsel
• Employee Mentoring & Coaching
• Press Kit Development
• Verbal & Written Communications
• Event Management & Presentation Skills
• Client & Vendor Relationship Management
• Minimum of 8 years of agency/in-house PR experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Las Vegas, NV 89118 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Las Vegas, NV 89118: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Las Vegas, NV 89118