Public Relations Account Manager

Dalton; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work 1 day per week

Dog-friendly office

Paid cell phone service

9 paid holidays + remote week between/

Flexible PTO

401k with company match

Parental leave

Life, AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Dalton is seeking a Public Relations (PR) Account Manager to lead and execute PR strategies for multiple clients. You’ll craft press releases, pitch stories, and secure interviews while managing relationships with reporters and influencers.

You’ll also plan events, write across channels, and coordinate with marketing teams to deliver integrated campaigns. A strong writing background and B2B experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in public relations/public affairs with a proven track record of media placements.
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, communications, or related field.
• Direct experience in B2B preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to craft compelling stories.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple clients and projects.
• Analytical skills to evaluate PR campaigns and inform decisions.
• Ability to handle crises quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as account lead, providing overall strategy and direction.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with reporters, bloggers, and influencers.
• Draft and distribute press releases, pitch stories, and secure interviews.
• Plan and execute PR events, launches, conferences, and media tours.
• Write and edit press releases, articles, blogs, and social content.
• Address client inquiries promptly and keep internal teams informed.
• Coordinate integration with other marketing disciplines.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic planning

Project management

Writing

Pitching

Research

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/journalism/marketing/communications

Job description

The Public Relations (PR) Account Manager is responsible for leading the creation and execution of public relations strategies for various clients as well as demonstrates proficiency in writing, researching, reporting, idea generation and pitching. The role involves a combination of strategic planning, media relations, client communication and project management.

What you’ll be doing in the role:

• Serve as account lead, providing overall strategy and account direction
• Identify and cultivate relationships with reporters, bloggers, and influencers in relevant markets and industries
• Draft and distribute press releases, pitch story ideas, and secure media interviews
• Plan and execute PR events, such as, product launches, press conferences, and media tours
• Write and edit press releases, articles, blog posts and social media content
• Address client inquiries and concerns promptly and keep your internal team informed
• Facilitate integration with other marketing disciplines within the agency

What you’ll bring to the role:

• 3-5 years of experience in public relations/public affairs with a proven track record of successful media placement and client management
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, communications, or related field
• Direct experience in B2B highly desired
• Solid written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to craft compelling stories and messaging
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously
• Analytical skills to evaluate the success of PR campaigns and make data-driven decisions
• Quick thinking and problem-solving abilities to address crises effectively

Including but not limited to:

• Flexible work schedule with remote work one day per week (4 days in office, 1 day remote)
• Dog-friendly office
• Paid cell phone service + discounted new phone
• 9 paid holidays plus remote week between Christmas and New Year’s
• Flexible and generous paid time off
• 401k plan with automatic company match
• Parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers
• Employer-paid life, AD&D insurance, voluntary disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees + dependents
• A fun, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment

It is the Agency’s policy not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.