Account Director, Technology

As a Senior Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing and executing strategic PR and Communications campaigns for our consumer technology client, for a gloabl audience. You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies, building strong client relationships, and leading a team to achieve campaign objectives. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and strategic thinker who enjoys working with and supporting clients in a fast paced environement. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned consumer technology clients, understanding their business goals and providing strategic counsel to exceed their expectations.
• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies and campaigns tailored to client objectives, market trends, and audience insights in the technology sector.
• Manage and mentor a team of account executives and junior staff, providing guidance on project execution, media relations, and best practices in PR.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists, influencers, and media outlets in the consumer technology space to secure positive media coverage and enhance client visibility.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality PR materials, including press releases, media kits, case studies, and pitch documents, ensuring alignment with client messaging
• Monitor media coverage and campaign performance, analyzing results to provide actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage budgets for client accounts, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial constraints.
• Assist clients in managing communications during challenging situations, developing appropriate messaging and strategies to protect their reputation.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and developments in the consumer technology industry to provide clients with informed counsel and innovative ideas.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of public relations experience, with a strong focus on consumer technology clients or industries, with agency experience.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful PR campaigns that drive results.
• Excellent English and Korean writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
• Strong media relations skills and a robust network of contacts within the consumer technology sector
• Relationships with Tier 1 media would be beneficial
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience of mentoring junior memebers of the team
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in PR tools and analytics platforms to measure campaign performance.

 

Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Due to the large number of applications received, we apologize if we are unable to provide a response or feedback on unsuccessful applications. We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick.

 

 

※ Notice on the Return of Job Application Documents

1. This notice is in accordance with Article 11, Paragraph 6 of the Act on the Fairness of Recruitment Procedures, which states that job applicants, excluding the final successful candidates, may request the return of previously submitted recruitment documents.

2. However, if the documents were submitted via the website or email, or if the applicant submitted them voluntarily without the company’s request, they cannot claim for return. And if the documents are destroyed due to natural disasters or other reasons not attributable to the Company, the Company shall be deemed to have fulfilled its obligation to return the documents.

3. The company will keep the recruitment documents for 30 days from the date of completion of employment in preparation for the return request of the job seeker, and if the company does not request the return of the recruitment documents until then, all the recruitment documents will be destroyed without delay in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act.

For any other inquiries related to job application documents, please contact us via the following email.

  ※ Email: RecruitKR@webershandwick.com

※ If any false information is found in the job application documents, the job offer may be cancelled even after the final hiring decision.

 

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Weber Shandwick Korea is seeking an experienced communications professional with a passion for content marketing to join Seoul office. You will be part of our Digital & Analytics team which develops online content targeting an international audience for leading global companies. As a manager/senior manager, you will be responsible for seamless project delivery across client accounts. The primary focus of the role will be managing the planning and production of content for clients’ social media accounts and websites, devising the editorial calendar, stakeholder management, and overseeing the project lifecycle through analytical reporting.

 

What You Will Do:

      Client:

• Work with clients to develop creative and innovative initiatives to support brand strategy, brand awareness, and PR;
• Keep client programs on schedule and ensure all deadliness are met
• Structure long term plans and program recommendations for clients
• Earn the confidence of mid-to-senior level client contacts and other executives with a client’s organization
• Plan and implement programs; forecast and manage budgets, profitability and receivables for new and existing clients
• Proactively handle client problems quickly and adeptly
• Contribute to and promote business development by counseling clients
• Support and contribute to client presentations
• Actively participate in new business initiatives including taking a lead role in research and scoping of new business opportunities as requested.

      Team Management: 

• Act as key contact for internal account staff to address issues
• Train and motivate team members
• Contribute to performance reviews
• Create opportunities for team members to enhance growth with agency
• Attend account reviews and staff meetings – provide ongoing communications and feedback
• Ensure account team members adhere to agency time reporting and financial guidelines
• Participate in systems improvement

 

What You Will Need:

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in the digital PR or communications field, coupled with the ambition to build a rewarding career
• Knowledge of the full digital eco-system: Social media, websites (particularly corporate newsrooms) & blogs, digital ads, SEO, analytics, EDMs, apps, etc.
• Able to operate various digital platforms, conduct performance analysis, and write reports
• Holistic ability in corporate content marketing from developing strategic plans to production and amplification
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills that bring your ideas to life through explanations that engage and excite internal and external audiences
• Flawless attention to detail with a proven ability to manage full project lifecycles from brief to delivery and measurement
• Enthusiasm for strategic planning, creative ideation, new business development and long-term client partnerships
• Understand the elements that make a story exciting, what brands are doing in the press and on social platforms, and what they should do next
• A team player who can collaborate with a range of people to devise the best approach to the work in hand and bring your team along with you throughout the journey
• Fluency in Korean and English (Ability to do business smoothly in Korean and English);

 

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Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Due to the large number of applications received, we apologize if we are unable to provide a response or feedback on unsuccessful applications. We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick.

 

 

※ Notice on the Return of Job Application Documents

1. This notice is in accordance with Article 11, Paragraph 6 of the Act on the Fairness of Recruitment Procedures, which states that job applicants, excluding the final successful candidates, may request the return of previously submitted recruitment documents.

2. However, if the documents were submitted via the website or email, or if the applicant submitted them voluntarily without the company’s request, they cannot claim for return. And if the documents are destroyed due to natural disasters or other reasons not attributable to the Company, the Company shall be deemed to have fulfilled its obligation to return the documents.

3. The company will keep the recruitment documents for 30 days from the date of completion of employment in preparation for the return request of the job seeker, and if the company does not request the return of the recruitment documents until then, all the recruitment documents will be destroyed without delay in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act.

For any other inquiries related to job application documents, please contact us via the following email.

  ※ Email: RecruitKR@webershandwick.com

※ If any false information is found in the job application documents, the job offer may be cancelled even after the final hiring decision.