Vice President
- Agency - Tech
- New York, United States
We are partnering with a rapidly scaling New York–based Communications agency known for its ability to help high-growth companies craft compelling narratives, storytelling and earn meaningful media attention. Specializing in the technology and innovation sectors, the agency works with venture-backed startups and established brands to elevate their visibility, sharpen their positioning, and drive impactful coverage across top-tier media outlets.
Founded by a multi-award-winning journalist and communications leader, the firm is built on a storytelling-first philosophy—translating complex business ideas into clear, resonant narratives that land with both press and audiences. Its work spans media relations, executive visibility, thought leadership, and high-stakes moments such as launches, fundings, and reputation-sensitive announcements.
What sets this firm apart is its blend of editorial rigor, strategic context, and hands-on execution. Clients turn to the team not only for strong media instincts and relationships, but also for their ability to embed deeply in a company’s story and help shape how it is perceived externally. Headquartered in Manhattan, the agency combines the focus of a boutique practice with the ambition and caliber of a top-tier communications partner.
Role
- Oversee the composition and strategic direction of multiple client accounts, ensuring each engagement aligns with client goals, agency standards, and long-term outcomes for success.
- Lead proactive, hands-on media relations, particularly with top-tier national outlets, and navigate high-stakes or sensitive account situations where strategic press handling is critical.
- Serve as a point person for crisis communication and reputation management, providing sound counsel and swift execution during urgent or high-pressure moments.
- Mentor and guide team members, managing resources across accounts in alignment with broader agency priorities and fostering professional growth through coaching, feedback, and delegation.
- Identify and resolve issues on underperforming accounts, demonstrating a strategic mindset and operational agility to correct course before problems escalate.
- Proactively spot new opportunities for client and agency growth, leveraging industry insights and emerging trends to introduce fresh ideas, partnerships, or offerings.
- Inspire and elevate the performance of direct reports and cross-functional teammates, promoting a culture of accountability, confidence, and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate excellence in new business development, from pitch strategy and storytelling to prospect engagement and closing—helping drive agency expansion and brand recognition.
Requirements
- Proven experience in public relations, with a background in an agency setting
- Genuine enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with an interest in amplifying the stories of companies that are reshaping the future through innovation.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences—from journalists and executives to internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- World-class organizational abilities, balancing multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables across fast-moving accounts without dropping the ball.
- Extreme attention to detail, ensuring every pitch, plan, and email is clear, accurate, and on-brand—because the little things matter.
- An instinct for turning ideas into action, with a talent for distilling ambiguity into clear next steps, frameworks, and process improvements.
- A relationship-first approach to networking, grounded in authenticity and long-term value rather than transactional gains.
- A strong desire to learn, grow, and embrace candid feedback, viewing each project and challenge as an opportunity for development.
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