VP, Earned Media & Strategic Storytelling

Zeno Group

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 160,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan
Paid time off
Health benefits
Be Kind to Your Mind program

Job summary

Zeno Group is a leading, fearless communications agency seeking a Vice President, Earned Media to guide national media strategies for a diverse client portfolio. You will shape high-impact storytelling, build senior client relationships and mentor a growing team in a fast-evolving media landscape.

You will work with senior clients and cross-disciplinary teams to secure meaningful coverage, advise on spokesperson positioning and drive thought leadership across earned media programs.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in earned media, PR or related field in agency or in-house
  • Established relationships with national business, financial, broadcast and mainstream media
  • Proven ability to craft angles, pitches and executive positioning strategies
  • Strong writing, editing and presentation skills for client-ready recommendations
  • Experience mentoring junior staff and leading cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead earned media strategies that align with client priorities and deliver coverage
  • Leverage relationships to secure high-profile coverage and executive interviews
  • Shape narratives translating business priorities into journalist-friendly stories
  • Provide media counsel to executives and guide spokesperson positioning
  • Monitor media landscape to identify opportunities and risks
  • Collaborate across Corporate Affairs, Brand, Digital and Creative teams
  • Mentor and develop junior team members and share best practices
  • Contribute to new business pitches and agency thought leadership

Skills

Earned media strategy
Media relations
Story development
Executive visibility
News judgment
Client counseling
Writing/editing
Team leadership
Cross-team collaboration
Mentoring

Job description

Zeno Group is a leading, fearless communications agency seeking a Vice President, Earned Media to guide national media strategies for a diverse client portfolio. You will shape high-impact storytelling, build senior client relationships and mentor a growing team in a fast-evolving media landscape.

You will work with senior clients and cross-disciplinary teams to secure meaningful coverage, advise on spokesperson positioning and drive thought leadership across earned media programs.

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