Walker Sands Communications
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About Us
Senior Vice President
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for overall day-to-day development, servicing and satisfaction of assigned accounts and agency profitability.
  • Public relations planning and media relations for key accounts.
  • Manages all financial aspects for each assigned account.
  • Develop editorial calendars.
  • Place targeted story ideas with high technology and business media.
  • Client presentations.
  • Supervise, train, motivate and provide opportunities for Account Executives to assume increased responsibilities.
Experience Required
  • 7-9 years public relations or marketing experience, at least 3 years in public relations.
  • 5 years high-tech agency experience preferred.
Education Required
  • BA/BS
Skills Required
  • Experience managing and working with teams.
  • Strong ability to prioritize/multi-task and help others to do so.
  • Experience managing budgets.
  • Proven ability to manage projects-both up and down.
  • Familiarity with the high-tech market and landscape.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Superb writing skills.
  • Understanding of PR plans, strategy and programs.
  • Positive attitude in a deadline-oriented environment.
  • Superb problem solving and organizational skills.
  • Great understanding of media and analysts, including developing relationships.
  • Strong knowledge of basic computer skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Reporting Structure
  • Reports to Vice President.
Career Path