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Public Relations Account Manager Jobs in New York, United States at KARLA OTTO
Title: Public Relations Account Manager
Company: KARLA OTTO
Location: New York, United States
Karla Otto is a renowned public relations and communications agency with offices across 13 locations in the UK, EMEA, US, and Asia. Established in 1982 by Karla Otto herself, the agency has since grown to become a global leader in luxury brand PR and events.
With offices in major fashion capitals such as Milan, London, New York, and Los Angeles, Karla Otto represents some of the most prestigious fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands in the industry.
In 2017, Karla Otto and K2 merged to form The Independents, a global community for industry leaders across luxury and lifestyle, comprising Atelier ATHEM, Atelier LUM, Bureau Betak & Bureau Future, CTZAR, INCA Productions, Karla Otto, K2, Lefty, Prodject and The Qode. Providing clients with end-to-end solutions to become key culture brands, the group aligns a global perspective with on-the-ground, local insights. As such, the collective is powerfully positioned to offer streamlined strategy, creative services, talent partnerships, influencer marketing, communications and bespoke experiences for leading brands across key markets, by way of its presence in Milan, Paris, London, Munich, New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul, Dubai and Riyadh.
Our network of expert strategists, designers, planners, and publicists work tirelessly to deliver exceptional results and establish long-term partnerships with our clients. We are passionate about the world of fashion, beauty, and luxury, with everyone bringing their unique expertise and insights to the table. We are driven by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the ever-evolving industry landscape.
Karla Otto New York is looking for an enthusiastic Account Manager for our Fashion Comms division. The individual will be a self-starter as well as a team player with the ability to lead and motivate others. An individual in this role will possess substantive industry knowledge and have strong relationships with fashion media (consumer, trade and digital). The candidate must have an understanding of the fashion trends, luxury culture and ideally also with jewelry brands. A true team player and committed mentor, this individual will be collaborative and eager to share ideas and information with all Karla Otto teams.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Work closely with clients to execute compelling PR programs that drive brand awareness and purchase behavior.
Proactively pitch long lead, short lead and digital media
Secure media coverage, features, and news items
Assist in the drafting of PR materials
Compile monthly status reports that include brands’ progress comparing each month’s performances
Prepare agendas and media updates for client calls
Partner with Karla Otto events team and outside vendors to ensure seamless execution of brand vision and deliverables.
Pitch and manage accounts and execute profile stories and editorial coverage
Oversee the management of sample ordering and replenishment and manage product send outs.
Able to lead, encourage, mentor, and develop junior staff members
KEY ATTRIBUTES
Minimum 5 years of experience preferably handling multiple luxury labels
Outstanding interpersonal communication and writing skills
Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Generates novel and useful ideas and solutions to everyday problems and challenges
Sets goals, monitors and reviews plans, and p…
