Public Relations Director jobs in Lancaster, CA

DIRECTOR, Public Relations (Health)

imre is an independent marketing agency that creates purpose-driven ideas that work. We are a passionate team of innovators harnessing the twin powers of optimism and empathy to turn consumers into brand believers. Our Earned Activation team is seeking a strategic and ambitious leader to join the agency as a Director of PR (Health).

This role is an exciting opportunity for a leader in PR to join our dynamic and growing team of PR professionals. The Director or PR will be responsible for leading strategic Earned programming for key clients in the health and pharma space that focus on earning attention with consumers, caregivers and health-care professionals in unique ways while also providing guidance and leadership to our team on media relations excellence.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Develops dynamic media strategies that drive impact not just impressions
• Builds deep relationships with healthcare clients, providing fresh thinking, strategic POVs and guidance for execution.
• Leads planning for key clients
• Participates in new business efforts relevant to PR, supporting Earned leadership team
• Owns top-tier media relationships across healthcare verticals
• Manages and mentors junior PR staff, including Account Executives, Coordinators and interns
• Collaborates with internal integrated teams to deliver strong results for clients
• Participates in agency thought leadership

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• 
  Deep knowledge of the Public Relations industry; 6-8 years experience in PR either at an agency or in house role
• Strong experience in health - ideal candidate will have deep media relations skills in the healthcare and pharma vertical.
• Has a deep understanding of modern Earned; can develop strategic programming that will generate interest from editors
• Experience in managing junior team members and can be a strong mentor
• Has experience working on integrated teams and understands the full marketing spectrum (creative, social, digital, etc.)
• Extreme attention to detail with strong project management and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal communication skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.

THE PERKS:

• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Remote and Hybrid Work Options
• Reduced Friday Hours Year-Round
• 401k Plan With Employer Match
• $200 Quarterly Mind/Body Bonus
• Wellness Wednesdays
• Competitive Health Insurance
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program