PR agency based in New York City, MVPR, is looking for an experienced candidate to join its PR Editor department. The ideal candidate will possess a wealth of experience in women’s and men’s fashion, beauty, accessories and lifestyle. Successful applicants must have a minimum of 3-4 years of experience as a Public Relations agent in the fashion industry, with a proven track record of featured story, business story and market coverage .
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDES:
- Lead customer relationships across several department accounts (fashion, accessories, beauty and lifestyle)
- Strategic pitch & press coverage for clients including brand features, designer profiles & product placement in leading print & online media
- Plan, deploy and execute creatively and strategically across multiple accounts
- Maintain strong relationships with fashion, beauty, accessory and lifestyle editors and feature writers
- Create creative communication strategies to maximize brand visibility
- Contribute to new ideas for client opportunities and have unsurpassed knowledge of the evolving media landscape
- Daily leadership in customer communication, relationship building and customer reputation, based on trust and expert advice
- Ensure customer satisfaction with agency, service and staff, and promptly and effectively address customer issues or concerns
- Excellent team skills, working together with junior and senior members of the agency
- Manage, coach and motivate junior team members to ensure daily operations run smoothly and PR results are delivered; while helping them grow to the next level
- Efficient, organized with excellent time management skills and deadlines
- Monitor the creation and completion of client reports, agendas, recaps, etc.
- Manage and help coordinate press events, new product launches and desks (virtual or otherwise)
EVALUATE:
- Must have 3-4 years agency experience in a management role
- Exceptional knowledge of fashion, beauty and lifestyle communication practices
- Outstanding track record in capturing top coverage in print and digital media
- Must have a proven editor relationship
- Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, high-energy environment, with a positive attitude
- Excellent prioritization and time management skills
- The ability to multitask and not let things fall through the cracks
- Must have a tenacious, resourceful & problem-solving attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint
- Proficient in the launch indicators, fashion GPS
COMPENSATION:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- 401k after a year of work
- Health insurance paid by employer 50%
Please send your resume to Megan@mvpublicrelations.com
