Communications Account Manager

Blueprint Creative Group

Communications Account Manager supporting communications and public relations for client initiatives at Blueprint Creative Group. Requires strong writing skills and 3-7 years experience in public relations and strategic communications.

Posted 7/16/2026part-timeRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public relations and strategic communications, with a strong focus on media relations, client management, and content creation. Proven ability to develop and execute effective communication strategies that enhance visibility and engagement.

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Public RelationsMedia RelationsClient Relationship ManagementWriting and EditingCrisis Communication

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Hard Skills

Media Strategy DevelopmentPress Release WritingNews Story PitchingProject ManagementFact CheckingQuality AssuranceCommunications CampaignsSocial Media UnderstandingContent CreationAudience Engagement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementResponsive CommunicationJudgment

Industry Keywords

CommunicationsPublic RelationsJournalismMarketingPublic AffairsMedia Coverage MonitoringCrisis ManagementCommunity EngagementStakeholder RelationshipsMedia Outlets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Blueprint's primary point of contact for assigned client initiatives.
Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders through responsive communication and exceptional service.
Lead recurring client meetings and coordinate follow-up actions.
Ensure all client deliverables are completed accurately, on schedule, and within contract requirements.
Proactively identify communications opportunities and recommend strategic solutions.
Develop media strategies that increase visibility and positive public awareness.
Research, develop, and pitch compelling news stories to local, regional, and national media.
Draft news releases, media advisories, talking points, key messages, and media statements.
Coordinate media interviews, press events, and reporter requests.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and media outlets.
Monitor earned media coverage and prepare regular media reports and analysis.
Create engaging communications that support organizational goals.
Research, write, edit, and proofread newsletters, blogs, website copy, executive messaging, presentations, speeches, and other communications materials.
Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to ensure messaging is accurate and compelling.
Perform thorough fact checking and quality assurance prior to publication.
Respond quickly to emerging issues requiring communications support.
Assist in developing crisis communication plans, messaging, media statements, FAQs, and executive talking points.
Monitor media coverage throughout active news cycles and provide leadership with timely updates.
Coordinate communications support before, during, and following crisis events.
Exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive or confidential information.
Identify opportunities to increase community awareness and audience engagement.
Recommend outreach strategies for underserved or untapped audiences.
Support communications campaigns promoting library programs, initiatives, and special events.
Assist in strengthening community partnerships through strategic communications.
Manage multiple communications projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Track deliverables, priorities, and timelines across multiple assignments.
Coordinate with internal creative teams to ensure seamless project execution.
Maintain organized project documentation and status updates.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, Public Affairs, or a related field.
3-7 years of professional experience in public relations, communications, media relations, or strategic communications.
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Experience developing media pitches, press releases, and executive communications.
Experience managing client relationships and multiple concurrent projects.
Strong understanding of traditional, digital, and social media landscapes.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel locally occasionally for client meetings, media events, and special projects.
Ability to work outside normal business hours during crisis communications events when necessary.

Benefits

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