Strategic Account Director: Tech Storytelling & PR

We. Communications; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 113,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

HSA

PTO

Parental Leave

Wellness credits

Home office support

Tech stipend

401(k) match

Learning & Development

Job summary

We. Communications in the United States is seeking an Account Director to lead communications strategy and media engagement for Microsoft’s business. You will translate complex technical issues into clear, impactful stories and partner with clients to advance ongoing innovation storytelling.

You’ll manage day-to-day client relations, oversee earned and owned media programs, and mentor team members. Candidates should be proactive writers with strong relationship skills and a track record

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in integrated communications or PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within an applicable industry.
• 3-5 years of experience in integrated communications/PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within an applicable industry.
• 2-4 years of management experience required.
• 2+ years of experience with corporate image, issues/crisis management, and/or strategic communications across multiple audience segments.

Responsibilities

• As the account leader, grow, manage, and maintain client relationships and provide strategic and tactical counsel.
• Lead/own projects that demonstrate strategic planning, creative thinking, and measurable business value.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations, helping identify creative storytelling opportunities and new approaches to audience engagement.
• Partner with clients on news planning and execution across project steps and timelines. Support integrated campaigns (earned, owned, social) by coordinating deliverables and tracking performance. As needed, coordinate cross-functional efforts across multiple teams.
• Engage with key, senior level media/influencers, including on proactive pitches and corporate issues.
• Monitor and analyze media coverage, industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging issues; translate findings into actionable insights and recommendations for clients and teams.
• Write and edit a wide range of communications materials, including pitches, media materials like FAQs, executive briefing documents, reactive statements, and coverage reports.
• Oversee staff resources across team and develop budget/utilization management and resourcing skills.
• Manage career development and performance of direct reports, while holding the team accountable to demonstrating agency values. Manage up to senior staff on crisis issues, and client/team satisfaction
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

We. Communications in the United States is seeking an Account Director to lead communications strategy and media engagement for Microsoft’s business. You will translate complex technical issues into clear, impactful stories and partner with clients to advance ongoing innovation storytelling.

You’ll manage day-to-day client relations, oversee earned and owned media programs, and mentor team members. Candidates should be proactive writers with strong relationship skills and a track record