About Spero Studio: Spero Studio is a maker-first strategic communications firm doing consequential work at the intersection of culture, politics, and strategy. We’ve won national awards. We stand on a legacy of empowering not just Black and Brown audiences but also disengaged and disenfranchised communities, alike. We work with the democratic ecosystem, and have helped to lead some of the most impactful civic initiatives in the country. And we’re just getting started.
If you’re an operator who thinks strategically, executes relentlessly, and wants to help build something that matters—this role is for you.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Account Manager to join our team. The Account Manager will be responsible for supporting multiple client accounts, managing the scopes of work, and ensuring the successful execution of various communication and marketing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agency-side communications. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and client management skills , ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Management and Relationship Building:
- Serve as a primary or secondary client contact, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
- Manage scopes of work across multiple accounts, ensuring timely and within-budget deliverables.
- Develop and implement PR and marketing communication plans aligned with client goals.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their brand, target audience, and messaging.
- Provide regular updates, address concerns promptly, and identify upsell opportunities.
Project Management and Team Collaboration:
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment.
- Facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas, and document outcomes.
- Oversee PR activities, including media relations and securing earned media coverage.
- Coordinate with internal teams to deliver high-quality materials and assets.
- Prepare regular reports and presentations on account progress and recommendations.
Content Development and Storytelling:
- Create compelling stories (written and visual) across various platforms.
- Develop and manage content for digital and print platforms, ensuring consistent engagement.
- Write press materials, including pitches, releases, op-eds, memos, and reports.
- Manage email marketing campaigns, crafting content and analyzing performance.
Strategic Communication and Research:
- Contribute research and creative ideas for strategic communication campaigns.
- Monitor industry trends and media coverage, providing strategic insights and recommendations.
Administrative Support:
- Assist with project documentation, including contracts, proposals, and reports.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in public relations, marketing, or a similar role within an agency.
- Exceptional client management skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for crafting messages and presentations.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in project management tools..
- Keen eye for detail and proactive problem-solving attitude.
- Strong understanding of PR strategies, earned media, email marketing, and graphic design principles.
- A strong interest in the media and corporate, advocacy and political industries, experience in press relations, message development and strategic planning (preferred).
- Creativity, energy, detail-orientation, and an entrepreneurial spirit (preferred).
What We Will Give You:
- Competitive salaries and annual bonus opportunity
- Flexible hybrid remote/in office plan
- Retirement plan with safe-harbor contribution