Account Manager

About Veritas Communications

Veritas Communications is a leading award-winning marketing and public relations agency recognized for its innovative approach that blends art and science to influence consumer preference and engagement, particularly in the music, entertainment, and pop culture domains. As a subsidiary of MDC Partners, Veritas is committed to inclusion, diverse talent development, and setting industry standards with a culture open to new ideas regardless of hierarchy.

Role Overview

We are seeking a PR-savvy Account Manager with leadership abilities, creativity, and deep cultural awareness. This individual will thrive in the music, entertainment, and lifestyle spaces, acting as a trusted resource within client networks and agency teams. Our new team member will foster collaborations, lead account units, and strategically support client objectives through integrated marketing and communication plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with agency senior leadership to strengthen client partnerships.
• Manage client demands primarily within consumer, retail, and lifestyle sectors.
• Exhibit leadership both with clients and internally within teams.
• Possess advanced understanding of traditional PR, influencer, and digital communication strategies.
• Oversee efficient workflow and assignment distribution within account teams.
• Deliver on billable targets while managing client expectations.
• Develop and implement plans derived from client briefs.
• Build and nurture productive relationships with clients and agency collaborators.
• Mentor and develop junior staff members, promoting professional growth.
• Propose innovative solutions addressing clients' business challenges.
• Incorporate research and exploration into integrated marketing strategies.
• Identify and support organic growth opportunities aligned with agency strategy.
• Contribute to new business pitches as necessary.
• Analyze and assess media coverage impacting clients.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum five years of dynamic agency experience, preferably in PR, managing multiple client accounts.
• Strong inter-agency collaboration skills within fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional project management capability with a proven history in client servicing and team coordination.
• Deep understanding of media landscapes across traditional, digital, and influencer channels.
• Passion for influencer culture, meme trends, and early adoption of emerging social media platforms.
• Excitement for working on culturally relevant, innovative brand strategies and digital content.

Culture and Corporate Commitment

Veritas emphasizes innovation and leadership in all its operations and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace embracing diversity across multiple dimensions including age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and background. The agency values openness to new ideas and strives to maintain transparency in its diversity and inclusion progress. Employees are encouraged to bring their full selves to work and contribute to ongoing cultural change in the industry.