Account Director, B2B Tech PR

Method Communications

Account Director leading B2B tech PR and integrated marketing programs for challenger brands. Managing client accounts, media relationships, teams, budgets, and business development.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeAlabama, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $105,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client accounts and leading high-performance teams while providing strategic guidance on public relations and integrated marketing programs. Possesses strong editing and writing capabilities, along with established relationships in the media industry to drive client success.

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Integrated Communications ProgramsClient Relationship ManagementTeam Leadership and DevelopmentPublic Relations StrategyMedia Outreach and Networking

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Hard Skills

Public RelationsIntegrated MarketingContent DevelopmentEditingWriting

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceJudgmentMotivationCoaching

Industry Keywords

Client ServiceMedia RelationshipsPerformance ManagementRecruitment and RetentionQuality Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and function as the day-to-day lead on multiple client accounts
Lead account teams, including client service, staffing, training, organizational development, and quality control
Participate in Method’s Leadership Team and collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations on internal agency initiatives
Provide input on agency decision-making involving new business, best practices, client service, and performance management
Motivate and lead high-performance teams with People Ops; contribute to recruitment and retention; deliver feedback
Mentor designated direct reports, oversee 360 reviews, and set career development goals
Provide strategic guidance on PR and integrated marketing programs, sensitive client issues, problem-solving, and evolving direction
Execute Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach
Oversee goals for internal team members and clients and lead teams against client strategy
Coach and support Account Supervisors and guide teams toward effective, high-quality work
Develop written content and newsworthy pitches aligned with client business objectives
Build reporter and publication relationships to secure business, broadcast, tech, and trade media coverage
Expand professional networks, participate in new business pitches, and support organic client growth
Manage account quality, processes, timely client requests, budgets, staffing, team structures, and profitability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically 6–10 years’ experience, or equivalent expertise and education, in public relations, communications, marketing, or related fields
Senior-level ability to conceptualize and execute integrated communications programs aligned with business goals and objectives
Ability to build positive rapport and trusted-advisor relationships with clients
Excellent judgment and emotional intelligence for navigating difficult conversations
Experience working with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories, staffing briefings, and conducting targeted outreach
Established relationships with journalists, analysts, and other media influencers
Ability to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports with varied managerial requirements
Strong editing and writing capabilities
Passion for the work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn daily
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Must be located in AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, MA, NJ, NM, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, or WA for remote eligibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, hybrid work
Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals
Two weeks of full office closure
Paid holidays
2 floating holidays
Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
Paid Family Leave
$500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
$1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities