Job Title: Public Relations Account Supervisor

Department: Public Relations

Reports To: Associate PR Director

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Job Summary

The Public Relations Supervisor leads day-to-day client relationships and oversees the development and execution of public relations campaigns across multiple clients and industries. This role is responsible for driving media strategy, managing press outreach, and ensuring the successful execution of earned media initiatives aligned with client objectives.
The Public Relations Supervisor collaborates closely with internal teams, including account service, creative, social, and digital, to integrate PR efforts into broader marketing campaigns. The ideal candidate brings strong media relationships, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary day-to-day client contact for PR-focused accounts and initiatives
  • Develop and execute media relations strategies, including press outreach and storytelling
  • Manage project timelines, deliverables, and overall PR campaign execution
  • Draft and oversee the development of press materials, including press releases, media pitches, and briefing documents
  • Participate in client reporting through KPI identification, program insights and recommendations, and development of reporting materials
  • Build and maintain relationships with media, journalists, and industry influencers
  • Participate in client meetings and present PR strategies, updates, and results
  • Provide account-related oversight to junior team members, offering feedback and guidance for growth
  • Contribute to new business opportunities through proposal research, content development, and participation in presentations

Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong writing and editing skills, particularly for press materials
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously
  • Established relationships with media and journalists preferred
  • Understanding of integrated marketing and communications strategies

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
  • 5–8 years of public relations experience in an agency or in-house environment
  • Proven experience managing media relations and executing PR campaigns

Here are just a few reasons you’ll love LAVIDGE

When you join our team, you can expect solid work-life balance and fulfilling career potential in one of Phoenix's most recognized and well-respected agencies. We’re proud to be an inclusive company that celebrates diversity, and we appreciate the value it adds to our agency.

  • Competitive pay with opportunities for growth.
  • Remote-first work environment with flexible schedule.
  • Low medical insurance premiums, with additional coverage available at an incremental cost, including family medical, dental, and vision.
  • Employer-paid life insurance, with the option to purchase additional life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability plans.
  • Employee wellness program designed to support your physical, financial, and overall health journey.
  • Employee mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with issues that may negatively affect performance and productivity.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with automatic enrollment.
  • 401(k) Plan with 100% vested annual Safe Harbor contribution.
  • Generous and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), offering 15 days immediately upon your start date to help you establish and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Additional PTO days increasing with tenure.
  • Opportunity to celebrate and commemorate eight paid federal holidays.
  • In addition to your regular PTO and paid company holidays, enjoy a paid Winter Break each year, from Christmas Day through New Year’s Day.
  • Beautiful office for collaboration with colleagues and clients with free underground parking.
  • Semi-annual office supply gift cards to keep your remote work environment running efficiently.
  • Generous Professional Development Policy including paid memberships to professional organizations to expand your knowledge base and increase your expertise.
  • Professional Development Coaching: Whether you're looking to sharpen your leadership skills, uncover your strengths, or gain a fresh perspective on your career journey, this benefit is designed to empower you.
  • The LAVY Awards recognize and reward excellence.
  • Fun Committee and team-building events to foster collaboration within the agency.
  • LAVIDGE has been named Arizona’s Top Advertising Agency and one of the state’s Best Places to Work.
  • We’re committed to our community. Employees are encouraged to use up to 16 hours per year of paid company time to volunteer with charitable organizations through LAVIDGE IMPACT.

More about LAVIDGE

  • LAVIDGE was founded in 1982 and we've grown to be one of Arizona's largest and most innovative digital, marketing, and advertising agencies.
  • Our mantra: Bring us your toughest. We pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and goals, no matter how big the challenge.
  • We’re invested in you and your professional growth. We’ll help you learn and grow so you’re ready for whatever comes next, with LAVIDGE or elsewhere.

Interested in applying?

Tell us your story and what you can bring to the team by sending your resume and cover letter to careers@lavidge.com.

 

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