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Join a passionate team with a consumer focus, leveraging a wide scope of expertise on behalf of clients that are established leaders in their industries.
PR Account Director – CGPR
Location: Marblehead, Mass (Hybrid)
About CGPR:
CGPR, a division of Off Madison Ave, a global creativity collective, is a leading consumer active lifestyle communications agency with deep roots in the outdoor category with over 33 years of a proven track record. Based in the beautiful ocean-side town of Marblehead, Massachusetts, its expertise spans fashion, outdoor, sustainability, fitness, B2B, winter and summer destinations, and the technology that drives these categories.
We are seeking an experienced part-time Account Director to lead key client partnerships, to drive strategy and ensure the execution of strategies result in success. This role is ideal for a passionate communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record of success in media relations and integrated communications.
Experience in outdoor, fashion and B2B technology preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Leadership and Strategy: Serve as a trusted advisor and lead client relationships, developing tailored PR strategies that align with business objectives, target audiences, and industry trends.
- B2B and Consumer Expertise: Develop and execute integrated PR campaigns for clients across both business and consumer-facing markets, including outdoor, fashion, active lifestyle, and emerging tech.
- Media Relations and Thought Leadership: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists and key industry voices, securing high impact earned media placements.
- Content Development and Storytelling: Craft compelling narratives, press materials, thought leadership articles, executive messaging, and op-eds to position clients as industry leaders.
- Crisis Management: Provide strategic counsel and support in times of crisis, guiding clients through reputation management and media response strategies.
- Team Leadership and Mentorship: Manage and mentor a team of PR professionals, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and professional development.
- New Business and Growth: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contribute to proposal development, and support the agency’s growth initiatives.
Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in public relations, strategic communications, or brand storytelling within an agency or in-house setting.
- Strong track record of media relations success with both consumer and B2B audiences.
- Exceptional writing, messaging, and storytelling skills, with the ability to distill complex information into compelling narratives.
- Ability to manage multiple accounts, clients, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven success in client management, executive counsel, and crisis communications.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with experience managing junior team members.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and creative problem-solving.
- Experience managing budgets and client contracts.
Why Join CGPR?
- Enjoy the best of both worlds—flexibility and leadership—as a part-time Account Director (32 hrs./week) at our dynamic, supportive PR agency.
Be part of a highly respected PR agency with deep industry expertise and a collaborative, hands-on approach. - Work with an exciting roster of active lifestyle, consumer active lifestyle brands shaping the future of their industries.
- Enjoy a hybrid work environment that values work-life balance and professional growth.
- Collaborate with a team of passionate, strategic communicators who love what they do.
If you’re a dynamic, results-driven PR leader ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you! Send a resume and writing sample to: [email protected]
About CGPR
CGPR provides strategic communications for the consumer active lifestyle category, with a special focus on outdoor brands that intersect fashion with technology. Clients have included adidas Terrex, Canada Goose, Helly Hansen, Houdini Sportswear, LOWA Boots, Merrell, Moncler, Nite Ize, Outdoor Industry Association, Outdoor Retailer, PrimaLoft, Reju, UYN Sports, and W.L. Gore & Associates, among others. Celebrating over 33 years of operations, CGPR creates long-term relationships with clients by providing senior counsel that drives businesses forward.
About Off Madison Ave
Now in its 27 years of operation, Off Madison Ave, a global creativity collective, provides holistic marketing that inspires people to visit cities, attractions, and the great outdoors. Founded in 1998 in Phoenix, Off Madison Ave’s services include integrated marketing campaigns, behavior change campaigns, brand development and brand transformation. Clients include WD-40, Arizona Office of Tourism, Grand Canyon Conservancy, Maricopa Association of Governments, Arizona Game & Fish, and Arizona State Parks & Trails, among others. OMA is a proud member of the Worldcom, global partnership of independently owned public relations firms, established in 1988. It comprises over 110 agencies operating in more than 95 cities .