Strategic Communications Director

6 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States Spark Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a seasoned PR executive to lead our integrated marketing and public relations programs for a growing list of tech clients. As a member of our leadership team, you will co-lead a practice group responsible for managing campaigns that drive business growth and brand awareness.

About Spark
From startups to Fortune 20 members, we specialize in helping technology-focused and innovation-minded companies transform their brands by bringing powerful narratives to life through public relations and integrated marketing programs. Our full suite of services includes content and social development, programmatic distribution, and data-driven insights to inform strategic planning and measure go-to-market plans.

Your Responsibilities
• Serve on the senior management team actively contributing to the agency culture, strategy, and direction
• Meet and exceed practice group metrics, including revenue and billability goals of $1.5 million
• Provide timely revenue forecasts, meet targets, and work with unforeseen circumstances
• Cultivate and retain a practice group of clients that includes prominent brands and sought-after start-ups
• Grow practice group client base by organically growing existing clients, vetting, pitching, and winning in-bound leads from our network, and prospecting new opportunities from your personal network and outreach
• Liaise with executive teams and be a respected counselor to client companies
• Provide hands-on leadership in the success of accounts
• Develop internal team leaders across accounts
• Be a lead-by-example Spark ambassador, both internally and externally, by continually highlighting examples of our best work and educating employees about our high standards
• Grow, mentor, and manage an exceptional team of talent. Coach junior staff to eventually lead their own practice group
• Run accounts efficiently and effectively, adhering to internal operations processes such as budgeting, invoicing, and time-management

Requirements
• Ability to transition effortlessly from visionary planner to hands-on executor
• Broad client experience across Enterprise Technology, with a general technology background
• Extensive experience in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
• Ability to achieve, evaluate, and measure campaign results against objectives
• A team-player with strong hands-on leadership qualities
• Capacity to effectively manage multiple teams
• At least 10 years of progressive experience

What We Offer
• Competitive salary range: $100,000 - $150,000 per year
• 95-100% insurance contribution from us
• Unlimited PTO
• Fully remote work environment

Why Work at Spark?
At Spark, we prioritize work-life balance, diversity, and inclusion. Our dynamic team is passionate about delivering exceptional results and making a meaningful impact in the industry. Join us and discover a fulfilling career in strategic communications.

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