Strategic PR Manager for Urban Brand Storytelling

Thebrandguild; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision

FSA

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

The Brand Guild is a full-service communications agency based in Washington, DC, seeking a Public Relations Manager to drive strategic storytelling for real estate, design, and lifestyle clients. You will lead day-to-day client work, mentor juniors, and coordinate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

You will develop earned media strategies, craft press materials, and coach spokespersons, building strong media relationships to position clients at the center of

Qualifications

• Min 3 years PR experience in an agency setting.
• Proven ability to lead client accounts and manage direct reports.
• Strong network of media contacts in real estate and lifestyle press.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead earned media strategies for commercial real estate clients.
• Pitch and secure coverage across local, regional, and national outlets.
• Craft press releases, messaging documents, media briefings, and communication plans.
• Prepare and media-train client spokespeople for interviews and events.
• Serve as day-to-day lead for multiple accounts and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with creative, events, and marketing teams to align on goals.
• Concept and execute press-worthy activations from ribbon-cuttings to neighborhood events.

Skills

PR strategy

Media relations

Writing

Project management

Client leadership

Job description

The Brand Guild is a full-service communications agency based in Washington, DC, seeking a Public Relations Manager to drive strategic storytelling for real estate, design, and lifestyle clients. You will lead day-to-day client work, mentor juniors, and coordinate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

You will develop earned media strategies, craft press materials, and coach spokespersons, building strong media relationships to position clients at the center of