Food & Beverage Account Director, Client Experience

Interpublic; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Shandwick in Chicago seeks an Account Director, Client Experience to lead earned-driven activations for food and beverage brands. You will guide client strategy, oversee cross-functional teams, and craft high-impact campaigns that blend storytelling with culture.

This hybrid role requires 6–8+ years in PR, strong leadership, budget discipline, and the ability to turn ideas into trusted programs that gain media attention and client win.

Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of experience in PR or communications.
• Experience on large-scale activations with earned/owned/paid media.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead account teams and key projects.
• Develop and execute integrated campaigns for food & beverage brands.
• Oversee media relations strategy and client programs.
• Manage budgets and allocate agency resources.

Skills

Integrated media strategy

Media relations

Team leadership

Budget management

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/Marketing/Business

Job description

Weber Shandwick in Chicago seeks an Account Director, Client Experience to lead earned-driven activations for food and beverage brands. You will guide client strategy, oversee cross-functional teams, and craft high-impact campaigns that blend storytelling with culture.

This hybrid role requires 6–8+ years in PR, strong leadership, budget discipline, and the ability to turn ideas into trusted programs that gain media attention and client win.