Job Description
Join Vanguard Communications, a leading boutique PR firm shaping brand narratives for Fortune 500 clients. We seek a strategic Senior PR Manager to amplify client voices in the competitive media landscape. Lead integrated campaigns, manage high-profile media relationships, and drive measurable brand impact in our fast-paced NYC headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies aligned with client business objectives
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with top-tier journalists, influencers, and media outlets
- Lead crisis communication protocols and reputation management initiatives
- Drive digital PR campaigns including SEO-optimized content and social media amplification
- Manage cross-functional teams and agency partners for integrated campaign delivery
- Track and analyze PR performance metrics to demonstrate ROI
- Lead media training sessions for C-suite executives
Qualifications
- 8+ years of progressive PR experience with agency-side background
- Proven track record securing tier-1 media placements in Tech/Finance sectors
- Mastery of Cision, Meltwater, and similar PR analytics platforms
- Crisis communication certification or demonstrable crisis management experience
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
- Exceptional writing skills with portfolio of press releases, bylines, and pitch decks
- Experience managing multi-million dollar PR budgets