Account Director, PR

MMGY Global; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework policy

Training program

Road Warrior benefits

Anniversary travel benefits

Job summary

MMGY Global seeks an Account Director, PR in the Los Angeles area to lead strategic counsel, manage key client relationships, and oversee project teams across travel and lifestyle brands.

The role focuses on strategic thinking, client guidance, and team mentorship within a collaborative agency culture that values travel storytelling and industry leadership.

Qualifications

• BA/BS college degree in communications or journalism

Responsibilities

• Strategic thinking, account management, client counsel, partnership development and team oversight.

Education

BA/BS in communications or journalism

Job description

At MMGY Global, we believe nothing shapes your view of the world like travel. So every day, we share our clients’ stories from a perspective that inspires people to see the world differently. Our personalized service and strategy connect media, consumers and influencers across the globe, taking people to new places and changing their views for the better. At MMGY, we inspire people to go places.

We have an immediate opening for an Account Director, PR in our Los Angeles office.

If you are looking for a PR agency home where your career path is our priority, let’s talk. At MMGY, keeping our executives engaged and fulfilled is just as important as keeping our clients happy. We have an exciting roster of major brands for which we are seeking a talented ACCOUNT DIRECTOR (AD) at our LOS ANGELES (CULVER CITY) office. If you are outgoing, energetic, innovative, resourceful and love to think big, then this role is for you.

The primary focuses of this position are: strategic thinking, account management, client counsel, partnership development and team oversight. The Account Director is an integral member of our management team, helping shape our office dynamic, mentoring junior teammates and participating in new business pitches.

In addition to a hybrid telework policy, we offer industry-leading benefits, enjoying half-day Summer Fridays and closing the week between Christmas and New Year’s. Our Culture Crew throws exciting team events, and we have a robust training program. After two years, we offer generous anniversary travel benefits because we want our employees to see the world -- and help pay for it. Plus, the more business trips you take, the more Road Warrior benefits you’ll receive to unlock upgrades, lounge passes and more. Yes, work/life balance is a real focus for us.

Requirements

• BA/BS college degree in communications or journalism and 5-8 years PR/related experience with direct travel and lifestyle client background preferred
• A personal network of high-level print, digital and broadcast media contacts and the know-how to engage them
• Strong mentorship and coaching skills
• Self-starting and hands‑on
• Organized and thoughtful
• Superior people management and presentation skills
• Problem solving techniques
• Savvy client counsel
• Creative and critical thinking skills
• Finally, a zest for storytelling and a love for travel are musts!

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 + BONUS

MMGY Global provides a comprehensive PTO + benefits package that includes a hybrid telework policy. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa. MMGY Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Who Are We? We’re a travel-obsessed collective of more than 600 people across the country and around the globe. And when we say we inspire people to go places, we mean ALL people. That’s why we’re focused on nurturing a workforce that is representative of the places we visit.