Vice President Corporate Media Relations

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Vice President, Corporate Media Relations','201412','Zeno','','','!*!About the JobWe are seeking a Vice President to join our Corporate Practice in Chicago to support a multinational telecommunications client. In this role, you will be landing

and supporting big business media wins across our corporate portfolio and working on programs involving national business media relations. You must think and do. We’re looking for masters of the craft, who are excellent people leaders, client counselors and will roll up their sleeves and stay close to the work.Responsibilities: Secure, maintain and grow the businessProvide strategic counsel and guidance to clients, as well as to colleagues in the Zeno network, to ensure successLead the client service function for program planning, problem solving and strategic counselExecute national business media relations strategy for programs/projectsMaintain financial responsibility for accounts including forecasting and account profitabilityDevelop media relations strategy and conduct outreach for programs/projectsUnderstand key client industry issues relating to products, product categories, technologies, primary and potential competition and general issues facing the industryUnderstand key competitors and their business strategiesWork across geographies and help shape direction and focus of practiceIdentify new growth opportunities based on insights into the company, client, industry and economy','!*!About You You will succeed at Zeno if you are fearless, resourceful, tenacious, and bring to the table an expertise in client relations, deep knowledge of traditional strategies and a passion for driving great results while building strong, productive relationships with your clients and your team. Bachelor’s degreeAt least 8 years of experience in Corporate PR, agency experience strongly preferredMust have a strong background in corporate communications and solid corporate media relations contactsMust have an in-depth knowledge of reputation management and a working knowledge of traditional and non-traditional media.  A current track record of success in building relationships with national business media, and driving results for clientsExcellent writing skills, solid presentation skills, experience developing and delivering client presentations, including new businessA history of success in providing sound creative and strategic counsel to clients and building credibility with senior level client contactsCollaborative spirit, results driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work against deadlinesDemonstrate the ability to think strategically, creatively and holistically about client programsProven leadership experience, mentoring and developing junior talentAbout Our BenefitsZeno Group offers a creative and differentiating benefits package including a variety of medical and dental choices, vacation and sick time. We also offer a 401(k) plan, pretax flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, a prescription drug benefit plan, a vision plan, long-term and short-term disability, life insurance and programs that support flexibility and promote work/life balance.  In addition, our unique ZenoFit wellness program offers financial support to pursue the wellness activity of your choice. Zeno Group's culture is innovative and energetic. If you thrive on a creative challenge and are looking for an opportunity that offers plenty of growth potential and career development, then we are looking for you!','!*!Zeno Group is a global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. The award-winning agency is committed to work that delivers true business value for clients across consumer, corporate, health and technology industries.  Zeno was named 2019 Agency of the Year and Outstanding Midsize Agency of the Year by PRWeek as well as 2019 Agency of the Year and Midsize Agency of the Year at the SABRE Awards North America.  Zeno also received high commendation as 2017 PRWeek International Agency of the Year, was named a Best Place to Work by PRWeek in 2016 and 2017 and received the distinguished Platinum SABRE Award for ‘Best in Show’ at the 2017 SABRE Awards North America.  The agency was recognized at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity in 2018, winning a Bronze PR Cannes Lion, and in 2016, winning a Gold Cannes Lion and a Bronze PR Cannes Lion. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company. For more information, visit us at www.ZenoGroup.com. ','!*!Zeno Group is a global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. The award-winning agency is committed to work that delivers true business value for clients across consumer, corporate, health and technology industries.  Zeno was named 2019 Agency of the Year and Outstanding Midsize Agency of the Year by PRWeek as well as 2019 Agency of the Year and Midsize Agency of the Year at the SABRE Awards North America.  Zeno also received high commendation as 2017 PRWeek International Agency of the Year, was named a Best Place to Work by PRWeek in 2016 and 2017 and received the distinguished Platinum SABRE Award for ‘Best in Show’ at the 2017 SABRE Awards North America.  The agency was recognized at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity in 2018, winning a Bronze PR Cannes Lion, and in 2016, winning a Gold Cannes Lion and a Bronze PR Cannes Lion. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company. For more information, visit us at www.ZenoGroup.com. ','Client Services - Corporate','United States-Chicago','','Experienced','Full-time','Dec 9, 2020','Vice President, Corporate Media Relations

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Zeno Group
Website : http://www.zenogroup.com/