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We. Communications

Global communications agency driving brand connections

Account Director - Technology

PR & CommunicationsUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$113k - $130k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • The role requires 5–7+ years of experience in integrated communications or public relations, preferably in an agency setting and/or within an applicable industry.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the day-to-day execution of communications programs across several lines of business.
  • Drive news and storytelling around major client and industry moments and flagship events.
  • Develop compelling story angles, lead the action team in proactive pitching, and help shape earned media strategies.
  • Write and edit communications materials, including pitches, messaging, executive briefing documents, media lists, and coverage reports.
  • Build and maintain relationships with business, technology and artificial intelligence, and trade media; proactively engage around client opportunities and issues.
  • Monitor and analyze the media landscape, industry trends, cultural conversation, and competitors to identify timely story angles and potential reputational considerations.
  • Provide ongoing strategic and tactical counsel to clients on the evolving communications landscape and its implications for their business and brand.
  • Pursue and coordinate cross-account, cross-practice, and global business opportunities.
  • Lead preparation and delivery of organic growth or new business proposal content and in-person pitch meetings.
  • Contribute to agency strategic planning initiatives.
  • Manage account budgets, utilization, scopes, and financial performance.
  • Oversee team resource allocation, including staffing, hiring, and onboarding new talent.
  • Manage the career development and performance of direct reports, manage up to senior staff on issues, and oversee client and team satisfaction while holding the team accountable for agency values.

Desired Qualifications

  • Technology client experience is preferred.
  • Established media relationships and a demonstrated track record of proactively developing and placing compelling stories are preferred.
  • Experience developing earned media strategies is preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate industry developments, cultural trends, and audience insights into strategic communications recommendations are preferred.
  • Presentation and consulting skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English, are preferred.
  • A creative and strategic mindset is preferred.
  • Initiative and accountability for one's role on projects are preferred.
  • Experience building and managing a team from the ground up is preferred.
  • Experience working globally or with colleagues in multiple locations is preferred.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced agency environment is preferred.
  • Availability to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion is preferred.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds is preferred.

About the Company

We. Communications

Global communications agency driving brand connections

We. Communications is a global communications agency that helps brands navigate a changing world by turning new technologies and ideas into clear, meaningful experiences. They craft messaging and campaigns that connect with people, guiding brands through complexity to boost understanding, engagement, and progress across diverse industries and stakeholders. Their approach blends technology and human insight to deliver strategies, storytelling, and stakeholder communications that fit each client’s needs. What sets them apart is decades of experience at the tech-human interface, a global reach, and the ability to translate technical innovations into relatable, audience-focused experiences. The goal is to help brands communicate effectively in a fast-changing environment so they can build trust, drive connection, and achieve their objectives.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Bellevue, WA
Founded
1983

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