Public Relations Account Director

Stanton & Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

S&Co in Los Angeles seeks a strategic, results-driven Public Relations Account Director to lead integrated communications campaigns during a period of agency growth. You’ll drive media relations, brand storytelling, influencer partnerships, and integrated marketing across lifestyle, health, wellness, beauty, and consumer brands.

You will partner with senior leadership, manage key accounts, mentor teams, and deliver measurable results for purpose-driven clients while growing your career at a

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of PR experience, preferably in lifestyle or consumer brands.
• Strong media relationships and proven top-tier coverage.
• Strategic thinker balancing long-term vision with daily execution.
• Experienced leader thriving in a fast-paced agency.

Responsibilities

• Lead client accounts, owning PR strategy, execution, and performance.
• Develop integrated programs across media, influencers, events, partnerships, and cultural moments.
• Secure top-tier coverage across broadcast, print, digital, podcasts, and emerging platforms.
• Create press materials, proposals, and strategic pitch angles.
• Provide senior-level client counsel and day-to-day account leadership.
• Manage team workflows, timelines, and quality while mentoring staff.
• Represent clients at media events, press tours, and activations.
• Build media relationships and support new business growth.
• Track budgets, KPIs, and performance reporting.

Skills

PR experience

Media relationships

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Organization

Creativity

Integrity

Job description

S&Co is seeking a strategic, results-driven Public Relations Account Director to lead integrated communications campaigns during a period of agency growth. This role is ideal for a PR leader with expertise in media relations, brand storytelling, influencer partnerships, and integrated marketing across lifestyle, health, wellness, beauty, and consumer brands. You’ll partner with senior leadership, manage key accounts, mentor teams, and deliver measurable results for purpose-driven clients while growing your career at a respected, relationship-driven PR agency.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead client accounts, owning PR strategy, execution, and performance
• Develop integrated programs across media, influencers, events, partnerships, and cultural moments
• Secure top-tier coverage across broadcast, print, digital, podcasts, and emerging platforms
• Create press materials, proposals, and strategic pitch angles
• Provide senior-level client counsel and day-to-day account leadership
• Manage team workflows, timelines, and quality while mentoring staff
• Represent clients at media events, press tours, and activations
• Build media relationships and support new business growth
• Track budgets, KPIs, and performance reporting

ATTRIBUTES:

• 8-10+ years of public relations experience, preferably in lifestyle, health & wellness, beauty, natural foods, or consumer brands
• Strong media relationships and a track record of securing top-tier coverage
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision and daily execution
• Experienced team leader who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment
• Organized, proactive, and solutions-oriented
• Creative, culturally aware, and knowledgeable about media trends
• High integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment

Why S&Co?

At S&Co, we believe great PR is about more than generating headlines. It's about building trust, shaping culture, and helping meaningful brands change the way people live. You'll work alongside a collaborative, ambitious team, partner with category-defining founders and thought leaders, and have the opportunity to make a real impact while continuing to grow your career. We offer competitive benefits, a flexible and supportive culture, and an environment where curiosity, creativity, and initiative are valued every day.