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Open Position: Account Director

Ready to take on a high level of responsibility while working in a flexible, collaborative team environment? 3Points is a growing boutique PR firm with expertise in the Chicago tech and fintech spaces. We’re looking for self-starters who have strong communication skills, are dedicated to client service, and will positively contribute to our office culture.

Job Description

As an account director, you will be the primary day-to-day contact with multiple clients, leading earned media efforts and coordinating owned and social media efforts as well. You’re not just a client’s partner, but an extension of their team.

Responsibilities include:

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  • Facilitating and monitoring client projects and meetings

  • Managing account coordinators and/or account executives

  • Working on projects with the team’s content strategist or analyst as needed

  • Brainstorming content ideas and assisting in developing blog posts, case studies, infographics, etc.

  • Leading media relations work for clients, serving as liaison between reporters and clients

  • Pitching reporters and publications and securing earned media coverage

  • Leading interview preparation for clients

  • Overseeing clients’ social media accounts and strategy

  • Taking a leading role in company business development efforts

Preferred Qualifications

3Points is a boutique agency and it’s imperative that each team member be adaptable. We ask for applicants to be committed, driven, and hardworking individuals who are willing to take initiative and responsibility no matter the task.

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  • 5+ years’ experience in PR, social media, marketing, or other related roles

  • Experience in managing client accounts and managing team members

  • An appetite to learn new skills and an entrepreneurial mindset

  • Applicants must be based in Chicago

  • Applicants must be interested in attending industry events on behalf of 3Points

  • Experience in content creation and/or graphic design preferred

  • Familiarity with Google Apps (Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Contacts, Analytics, etc.) is requested

  • A solid understanding of social media platforms—including Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, forums, wikis, and blogs, among others—preferred

Why 3Points:

At 3Points, you will work with some of the leading voices in technology, and you will have opportunities to learn (and utilize) a wide range of PR and communications skills. You will not only be responsible for client initiatives, but you’ll have the ability to help shape our company and your own role as well. Our small size allows us to stay flexible and create a tight-knit team environment, but we’re proud to offer “big company” benefits, such as:
 

  • Generous and Flexible time off and work-from-home policy

  • 401k program

  • Health insurance (including dental/vision)

  • Monthly transit stipend

  • Professional development stipend for eligible employees

  • Potential opportunity to participate in employee shareholder program

To Apply:

Well-suited applicants may apply for the position by submitting a cover letter and resumé to info@3ptscomm.com.

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