Account Director, Beauty

PURPLE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PURPLE is seeking an Account Director in their New York office to lead high-profile beauty and wellness accounts. The role requires at least 8 years of PR experience, strong media contacts, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively. This position aims to enhance the agency's client wins and secure impactful coverage across various media platforms.

Qualifications

• 8 years+ of beauty and wellness public relations experience.
• Established network of strong contacts across media and influencers.
• Experience managing and mentoring a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee client PR strategies.
• Manage client budgets across events and campaigns.
• mentor junior team members and foster professional development.

Skills

Public Relations

Communication

Problem-solving

Media Relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Muck Rack

LaunchMetrics

Job description

Join to apply for the Account Director, Beauty role at PURPLE

Continue with Google Continue with Google

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Account Director, Beauty role at PURPLE

Description

PURPLE is seeking a senior level publicist to join our global PR agency’s New York office leading high-profile beauty and wellness accounts. This senior-level role is developed to support with new client wins and is ideal for a communications expert with 8+ years of PR experience and a demonstrated ability to secure meaningful, high-impact coverage across print, digital, broadcast, podcasts, and speaking opportunities.

Department: Beauty

Location: PURPLE New York

Compensation: $95,000 - $120,000 / year

Description

PURPLE is seeking a senior level publicist to join our global PR agency’s New York office leading high-profile beauty and wellness accounts. This senior-level role is developed to support with new client wins and is ideal for a communications expert with 8+ years of PR experience and a demonstrated ability to secure meaningful, high-impact coverage across print, digital, broadcast, podcasts, and speaking opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing and developing junior team members and working with their teams to deliver best-in-class results. Strong media contacts and relationships is a must. The Account Director will be the primary point of contact on accounts and projects, serving as a trusted strategist and expert voice for clients; reporting into the division’s SVP & EVP. Experience leading and delivering PR strategies is a must.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and oversee client PR strategies from conceptual ideation to execution and oversee account teams to support client goals
· Lead account teams across multiple beauty clients, ensuring client needs and KPIs are met and exceeded and adhere to timelines
· Evaluate and understand client business objectives and crafts strategies that reflects those business objectives
· Manage client benchmarks and deliver strong strategic placements through leadership and guidance
· Mentor junior team members and foster professional development
· Manage client budgets across events, influencer campaigns and other initiatives
· Consistently produce high quality internal and external communications
· Maintain close relationships with senior-level media and notable industry contacts
· Ensure all client reporting, communication, brand decks and press materials are created to the highest standard and deliver polished, impactful presentations and work
· Secure impactful feature coverage, business coverage and thought leadership opportunities that support client goals
· Collaborate with agency division heads to integrate through our own network of clients
· Provide strategic counsel and industry insights, offering innovative recommendations and keeping clients informed on emerging trends and market developments
· Oversee paid and organic influencer programs, setting strategic goals, advising on budget allocation, negotiating contracts, and delivering comprehensive post-campaign analysis and reporting
· Contribute to new business proposals as needed

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 8 years+ of beauty and wellness public relations experience at a PR agency
• Established network of strong contacts across media and people of influence
• Proven track record of securing meaningful, impactful feature stories with top publications
• Experience managing and mentoring a team
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Clear and concise communication and public speaking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively and strategically
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience using industry database services (Muck Rack, LaunchMetrics)
• Experience negotiating influencer contracts and managing paid campaign budgets

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Public Relations and Communications Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at PURPLE by 2x

Get notified about new Account Director jobs in New York, NY.

New York, NY $120,000 - $170,000 3 weeks ago

New York, NY $232,000 - $354,000 2 days ago

Brooklyn, NY $105,000 - $135,000 1 day ago

New York, NY $101,000 - $145,000 5 days ago

Account Director - Top Luxury Travel/Hospitality Firm

New York City Metropolitan Area
$100,000.00
-
$122,000.00
5 days ago

New York, NY
$101,000.00
-
$145,000.00
1 week ago

New York, NY
$225,000.00
-
$255,000.00
1 week ago

New York, NY
$150,000.00
-
$200,000.00
1 day ago

New York, NY
$210,000.00
-
$294,000.00
5 days ago

Sr. Director, Field Sales - North America

New York, NY
$180,000.00
-
$200,000.00
2 weeks ago

New York, NY
$117,250.00
-
$164,500.00
2 days ago

New York City Metropolitan Area
$150,000.00
-
$170,000.00
5 days ago

New York, NY
$350,000.00
-
$950,000.00
3 weeks ago

New York, NY
$120,000.00
-
$130,000.00
4 weeks ago

New York City Metropolitan Area
$110,000.00
-
$120,000.00
2 days ago

New York, NY
$87,500.00
-
$200,000.00
1 week ago

Intimates Director of Sales or Account Executive

New York, NY
$85,000.00
-
$150,000.00
1 week ago

New York City Metropolitan Area
$130,000.00
-
$190,000.00
1 week ago

Director, Sales & New Business Development

New York, NY
$75,000.00
-
$195,000.00
3 weeks ago

New York City Metropolitan Area 4 weeks ago

New York, NY
$125,000.00
-
$150,000.00
11 months ago

New York City Metropolitan Area
$70,000.00
-
$80,000.00
4 weeks ago

New York City Metropolitan Area 1 month ago

Senior Account Director (Food & Beverage)

New York, NY $110,000 - $125,000 1 day ago

New York City Metropolitan Area 3 days ago

Director of Sales, Key Accounts – US Primary & Boutiques

New York, NY $150,000 - $170,000 2 weeks ago

New York, NY $150,000 - $160,000 2 weeks ago

National B2B Sales Director (Snow Joe, TruVolt)

New York, NY $140,000 - $180,000 1 week ago

Brooklyn, NY $135,000 - $150,000 3 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.